Cybersecurity Engineer

Infosys is hiring for the role of Cybersecurity Engineer!

Responsibilities of the Candidate:

• Monitor security tools such as SIEM, endpoint protection, vulnerability scanners, and firewalls to ensure continuous visibility across the environment.
• Ensure all systems, devices, and components within the network comply with defined security policies, standards, and configurations.
• Implement and maintain security controls across systems, networks, applications, and cloud environments.
• Apply and enforce security standards and hardening guidelines (e.g., CIS Benchmarks, NIST).
• Conduct regular security assessments, audits, and configuration reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, DevOps, Cloud, Application) to embed security into design and operations.
• Support incident response activities and perform root cause analysis for security events.
• Maintain and update documentation for security policies, procedures, and configurations.
• Assist in compliance initiatives by aligning security practices with regulatory and industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR).
• Continuously evaluate and improve security posture through gap analysis and remediation planning.
• Proficiency in scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell) for automation and remediation.
• Exposure to Zero Trust architecture and microsegmentation.
• Relevant certifications such as:
  • CompTIA Security+
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
  • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
  • GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity across multiple domains.
• Strong understanding of security principles, risk management, and threat mitigation.
• Experience implementing security baselines and standards (e.g., CIS, NIST, OWASP).
• Familiarity with security tools such as Tenable, Qualys, CrowdStrike, Splunk, Palo Alto, etc.
• Knowledge of identity and access management (IAM), secure authentication, and least privilege principles.
• Exposure to cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and secure configuration practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Foundational → Cybersecurity Competency Development → Cyber Workforce Skill Development & Position Qualification Standards
• Bachelor of Engineering
• Information Systems