Network Security Engineer - Firewall

IDFC FIRST Bank

View Salaries, Reviews, and more

Job Description

Job Requirements

Job Description:

Position: Network Security Engineer - Firewall

Job Type: Full-Time

We are seeking a Network Security Engineer – Firewalls & Perimeter to own and operate enterprise network firewall and perimeter security controls in a regulated banking environment.

This role has deep focus on firewall architecture, segmentation, traffic control, and perimeter defence, while collaborating closely with teams managing ZTNA, SWG, and Web/API Protection.

Key Responsibilities

Primary Focus – Network Firewalls

Design, configure, and operate enterprise-grade firewall platforms across data centres, cloud, and hybrid environments.
Enforce network segmentation, least-privilege access, and controlled ingress/egress.
Perform firewall rule lifecycle management, including reviews, recertification, optimization, and cleanup.
Troubleshoot complex network security and connectivity issues across multiple layers.
Support secure connectivity for applications, users, vendors, and cloud workloads.

Security Operations & Governance

Monitor firewall logs and alerts; integrate with SIEM and SOC workflows.
Participate in incident response related to network-based attacks.
Support internal, external, and regulatory audits (RBI, ISO 27001, NIST).
Maintain architecture diagrams, SOPs, and audit evidence.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the banking or financial industry

If you are a self-motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for security, we want to hear from you. Join our dynamic team at IDFC FIRST Bank and help us ensure the safety and security of our organization's IT infrastructure.