Sr. IT Security Engineer

Job Description

We re on a mission to change the future of clinical research. At Perceptive, we help the biopharmaceutical industry bring medical treatments to the market, faster. Our mission is to change the world but to do this, we need people like you. Apart from job satisfaction, we can offer you: HEALTH: - Medical plan for you and your dependents. - Personal Accident Insurance - Life Insurance - Critical illness cover WEALTH: - Salary structure and Flexi basket - Provident fund of 12% - Gratuity scheme YOURSELF: Internal growth and development programs trainings Key Responsibilities Security Engineering Implementation Deploy, configure, and maintain security technologies, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint security, and XDR solutions. Work closely with IT and DevOps teams to integrate security into system and application architectures. Threat Detection Incident Response Monitor security alerts and investigate incidents to identify root causes and remediation actions. Support security operations teams in responding to threats and improving detection and response capabilities. Endpoint, Cloud, and Network Security Implement and manage security controls for endpoints, cloud environments, and networks. Work on securing hybrid cloud infrastructures and enforcing Zero Trust principles Vulnerability Patch Management Conduct security assessments and penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities. Work with IT teams to prioritize and apply security patches and remediations. Compliance Risk Management Assist in maintaining compliance with industry regulations (ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA). Participate in security audits, risk assessments, and policy development to strengthen the organization s security framework. Security Awareness Collaboration Work closely with internal teams to provide security guidance and training. Contribute to security awareness programs to enhance the organizations security culture. Functional Competencies (Technical knowledge/Skills) Strong knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls). Hands-on experience with security tools such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, EDR, and XDR solutions. Understanding of cloud security in AWS, Azure, or GCP. Experience with vulnerability management and penetration testing. Knowledge of IAM, PAM, and Zero Trust security principles. Strong analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities. Effective communication skills to work with technical and non-technical teams. Experience, Education, and Certifications 9+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with hands-on expertise in security engineering. Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, OSCP, or equivalent are preferred. Experience in security operations, incident response, and vulnerability management. Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements in cybersecurity. Come as you are. Were proud to be a Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.