The Network and Security Engineer will manage network operations and IT security, perform upgrades, monitor performance, and conduct assessments.
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled Network and Security Engineer with 2-3 years of relevant experience to join our Information Technology team in India. This role focuses on network operations and IT security, ensuring the stability, performance, and security of our global infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in networking and IT security, with hands-on experience managing and upgrading network components and security tools. Collaboration, attention to detail, and technical expertise are critical to success in this position.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
We Value Diverse Perspectives
We know that the best ideas and solutions come from multi-dimensional teams-teams that reflect a variety of backgrounds and professional experiences. If you are excited about this role and believe your experience can make an impact, please don't be shy-apply today.
About Rapid7
Rapid7 (NASDAQ: RPD) helps organizations across the globe protect what matters most so innovation can thrive in an increasingly connected world. Our comprehensive technology, services, and community-focused research simplify the complex for security teams, helping them reduce vulnerabilities, monitor for malicious behavior, be in 10 places at once, and shut down attacks. We're on a mission to make security solutions easier to use and access so we can bring safety and resilience to more people.
With more than 10,000 customers across 140+ countries, Rapid7 is a leader in cybersecurity that has earned numerous industry accolades and recognition for our technology and culture.
We are seeking a skilled Network and Security Engineer with 2-3 years of relevant experience to join our Information Technology team in India. This role focuses on network operations and IT security, ensuring the stability, performance, and security of our global infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in networking and IT security, with hands-on experience managing and upgrading network components and security tools. Collaboration, attention to detail, and technical expertise are critical to success in this position.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform access-level switch upgrades (excluding core/data center switches).
- Conduct Meraki dashboard upgrades and post-upgrade validations.
- Manage SSL certificate renewals for tools and services.
- Monitor network performance, including reviewing alarms and dropped packets.
- Analyze firewall application usage and provide optimization recommendations.
- Verify patching completeness against the source of truth for all assets.
- Troubleshoot and follow up on failed patch installations.
- Communicate updates and manage approvals for recurring issues.
- Review current exception tracking systems and process exclusion requests.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and handle exclusion requests as needed.
- Manage alerts and metrics from PRTG and Duo monitoring systems.
Required Qualifications
- Experience with Cisco IOS and IOS-XE.
- Familiarity with Next Gen firewalls.
- Knowledge of Active Directory and MFA tools.
- Understanding of patch management processes and vulnerability management.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Meraki dashboard operations.
- Familiarity with Cisco Umbrella.
- Knowledge of PRTG Network Monitor.
- Experience with IPAM/CMDB
- Exposure to Microsoft Intune.
We Value Diverse Perspectives
We know that the best ideas and solutions come from multi-dimensional teams-teams that reflect a variety of backgrounds and professional experiences. If you are excited about this role and believe your experience can make an impact, please don't be shy-apply today.
About Rapid7
Rapid7 (NASDAQ: RPD) helps organizations across the globe protect what matters most so innovation can thrive in an increasingly connected world. Our comprehensive technology, services, and community-focused research simplify the complex for security teams, helping them reduce vulnerabilities, monitor for malicious behavior, be in 10 places at once, and shut down attacks. We're on a mission to make security solutions easier to use and access so we can bring safety and resilience to more people.
With more than 10,000 customers across 140+ countries, Rapid7 is a leader in cybersecurity that has earned numerous industry accolades and recognition for our technology and culture.
Top Skills
Active Directory
Cisco Ios
Cisco Umbrella
Ios-Xe
Meraki Dashboard
Mfa Tools
Next Gen Firewalls
Prtg Network Monitor
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