Lead Security Engineer

Who we are and what do we do

Innovation in every byte

NPST is a fintech company bridging the banking and fintech worlds with its product suite of technology and payments, for over 10 years. We provide software and digital payment solutions to the BFSI Industry as a Technology service provider. We function as a Technology Service Provider (TSP) and a Third-Party Aggregator Provider (TPAP), catering to stakeholders across the financial value chain, including banks, merchant aggregators, merchants, and consumers.

We got listed targeting SME IPO in Aug 2021 on the NSE Emerge platform with a market cap of 2000 Cr (as of Mar 24) and became NPCI- an approved Merchant Payment Service Provider, acquiring merchants and facilitating payment. NPST has a marquee clientele having 10 Banks and 30+ PAPG and Merchants.

What will you do:

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with firewalls like Sophos, FortiGate/Fortinet, Fortify etc., security policy implementation, compliance management, and governance. This role demands excellent communication skills, leadership capability, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Firewall & Network Security Management

• Administer, configure, and maintain firewalls like Sophos, Fortinet (FortiGate), Fortify etc.
• Implement and regularly update security policies, rules, and access control lists (ACLs) across network security devices.
• Monitor firewall logs and performance; identify, investigate, and remediate anomalies or threats.
• Conduct regular firewall audits and optimize configurations for performance and compliance.

2. Compliance & Governance

• Ensure organizational compliance with industry regulations and security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, RBI guidelines).
• Develop and enforce internal security policies, procedures, and standards.
• Lead internal and external IT security audits, manage documentation, and ensure timely closure of audit points.
• Collaborate with Risk & Compliance teams to align infrastructure practices with regulatory requirements.

3. Security Operations & Risk Management

• Perform risk assessments for new infrastructure deployments or configuration changes.
• Lead or support investigations related to security incidents and develop preventive measures.
• Drive vulnerability assessments and remediation processes.

4. Cloud & Endpoint Security

• Support secure implementation and management of cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure).
• Oversee endpoint security controls including anti-virus, encryption, and patch management.

5. Collaboration & Leadership

• Work closely with cross-functional teams including IT, DevOps, and Compliance to integrate security best practices.
• Mentor junior team members and foster a security-first culture.
• Effectively communicate risks, incidents, and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What are we looking for:

• 8-12 years of experience in IT Security, with a strong focus on firewall management.
• In-depth experience working on Sophos, Fortinet/FortiGate, Fortify, and other network security tools.
• Proven expertise in security policy creation, implementation, and maintenance.
• Strong experience in managing compliance and governance in a regulated environment (preferably fintech or BFSI).
• Excellent understanding of network protocols, security frameworks, and infrastructure hardening.
• Exceptional communication skills - verbal, written, and presentation.
• CISSP / CISM / CEH / ISO 27001 LA / Fortinet NSE Certifications / Sophos Certified Engineer is a plus.

Education Qualification - Bachelor's degree in software engineering or computer science.

Experience - 8-12 years

Industry - IT/Software/BFSI/ Banking /Fintech

Work arrangement - 5 days working from office

Location - Noida/Bengaluru

What do we offer:

• An organization where we strongly believe in one organization, one goal.
• A fun workplace which compels us to challenge ourselves and aim higher.
• A team that strongly believes in collaboration and celebrating success together.
• Benefits that resonate 'We Care.'

If this opportunity excites you, we invite you to apply and contribute to our success story. If your resume is shortlisted, you will hear back from us.