Cyber Security Engineer

Job Description: Hiring of Cyber Security Experts (CSEs)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Participate in incident reporting, digital forensics, malware analysis, and log correlation.
• Perform vulnerability management, application security assessments, and security audits for telecom and IT infrastructure.
• Support red teaming activities to assess and enhance the security posture of critical and sensitive infrastructure.
• Monitor and analyze network threats; coordinate incident triage and response across LSAs and agencies.
• Assist in securing network of Telecom-CSIRT Stakeholders.
• Analyze and monitoring of Telecom Security Operation Center (TSOC)
• Liaise with CERT-In, NCIIPC, CyMAC, NSCS, law enforcement, and other stakeholders for coordinated cybersecurity efforts.
• Contribute to the formulation of cybersecurity policies, incident management workflows, and reporting templates.
• Organize and participate in training and capacity-building initiatives for LSAs, young professionals, and service providers.
• Provide technical guidance and inputs during vendor selection, contract finalization, and technology procurement.
• Analyze cyber threat intelligence data, correlate threat information, and disseminate actionable intelligence.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with Telecom Cyber Security Rules 2024 and other regulations.
• Continuously monitor the global threat landscape and recommend enhancements to the T-CSIRT framework and tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment to ensure robust cybersecurity posture.

Essential Qualifications:

BE/B.Tech. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunications, or equivalent from a recognized university/institute, OR MCA.

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in

  vulnerability management

  , application security, and information security audits.

Desirable Qualifications and Certifications:

• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), CompTIA Security+, CySA+, OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional), CISSP, CISM, or GIAC certifications (GCFA, GCIH).
• Experience in

  red teaming

  and securing critical infrastructure such as telecom, government, and banking sectors.
• Telecom/network-specific certifications like CCNA Security, CCNP Security.
• Certifications related to cyber threat intelligence analysis (e.g., Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst - CTIA).

Preferred Experience & Skills:

• Strong expertise in incident reporting, digital forensics, malware analysis, and log correlation.
• Proficiency with security tools such as Wireshark, Nessus, Splunk, ELK Stack, SIEM platforms, and forensic tools.
• Hands-on experience with TCP/IP, DNS, routing, firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and other network protocols.
• Knowledge of CERT-In guidelines, NCIIPC frameworks, national cybersecurity policies, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and application security.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with up-to-date awareness of emerging cyber threats and mitigation techniques.
• Familiarity with incident management frameworks and standard operating procedures.
• Capability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders and agencies.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and training skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Basic scripting/programming skills (Python, Bash) and familiarity with cloud security concepts (preferred for HQ roles).
• Leadership and mentoring ability (preferred for HQ roles).

Additional Requirements:

• Strong teamwork and situational awareness.
• Ability to adapt quickly and manage multiple priorities.
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.