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Senior Network Security Engineer - Detection & Protection

AT Applied Materials
Applied Materials

Senior Network Security Engineer - Detection & Protection

Bangalore, India

Overview

We are seeking a senior-level network security engineer to lead the design, deployment, and optimization of advanced network detection and protection capabilities across our enterprise. This individual will play a key role in enabling threat-informed defense strategies and ensuring malicious activity is detected and mitigated before it can cause impact.

This is a hands-on and strategic role, ideal for a seasoned security engineer with deep expertise in network-layer defenses, strong architectural thinking, and experience contributing to complex investigations and incident response efforts.

Key Responsibilities

  • Architect, implement, and operate key detection and protection technologies, including:

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  • API gateways
  • WAF, and RASP solutions
  • DDoS protection platforms
  • NDR & NGFWs with IPS
  • Web and email proxies
  • DNS/content filters
  • Serve as technical lead and escalation point for network detection and protection engineering
  • Develop and maintain detection logic informed by MITRE ATT&CK and current adversary tactics
  • Partner with CTI and purple teams to proactively simulate and detect real-world attack techniques and validate the effectiveness of the network detection and protection toolset
  • Optimize telemetry from network and enterprise services for threat detection (SIEM, NDR, proxy/firewall logging, etc.)
  • Support Tier 3 incident response, especially involving network-centric attacks or evasive techniques
  • Conduct internal platform assessments, audits, and configuration reviews
  • Lead or guide cross-functional security projects aimed at enhancing enterprise detection maturity

  • Required Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field
    • 7+ years of experience in security engineering with strong expetise in network detection and protection
    • Hands-on experience deploying and managing:

      • API gateways, Web/email proxies, , DNS filtering, WAF, and NGFWs
      • Familiarity with DDoS protection platforms (e.g., Azure/AWS/Google native services)
    • Strong understanding of MITRE ATT&CK, adversary behaviors, and detection engineering principles
    • Demonstrated ability to lead technical investigations and collaborate across disciplines
    • Experience with packet analysis, threat hunting, and log correlation techniques (L3-L7)
    • Experience working with or tuning SIEM, NDR, or security analytics platforms

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Familiarity with NIST CSF and CIS Controls
    • Knowledge of DevSecOps, infrastructure-as-code, and API security best practices
    • Relevant certifications: GCIA, GCTI, OSCP, CISSP, or equivalent

    Qualifications

    Education:

    Bachelor's Degree

    Skills

    Certifications:

    Languages:

    Years of Experience:

    7 - 10 Years

    Work Experience:

    Additional Information

    Shift:

    Day (India)

    Travel:

    Yes, 10% of the Time

    Relocation Eligible:

    Yes

    Referral Payment Plan:

    Employee Referral (Standard)

    Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

    Client-provided location(s): Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
    Job ID: Applied_Materials-R2515154
    Employment Type: Full Time

    Perks and Benefits

    • Health and Wellness

      • Health Insurance
      • Dental Insurance
      • Vision Insurance
      • Life Insurance
      • Short-Term Disability
      • Long-Term Disability
      • FSA With Employer Contribution
      • HSA With Employer Contribution
      • Health Reimbursement Account
      • FSA
      • HSA
      • On-Site Gym
      • Pet Insurance
      • Mental Health Benefits
    • Parental Benefits

      • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
      • Fertility Benefits
      • Adoption Leave
      • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
      • Adoption Assistance Program
      • Family Support Resources
      • On-site/Nearby Childcare
    • Work Flexibility

      • Flexible Work Hours
      • Work-From-Home Stipend
    • Office Life and Perks

      • On-Site Cafeteria
      • Commuter Benefits Program
      • Casual Dress
      • Holiday Events
    • Vacation and Time Off

      • Paid Vacation
      • Paid Holidays
      • Personal/Sick Days
      • Unlimited Paid Time Off
      • Leave of Absence
    • Financial and Retirement

      • 401(K) With Company Matching
      • Stock Purchase Program
      • 401(K)
      • Performance Bonus
      • Relocation Assistance
      • Financial Counseling
    • Professional Development

      • Tuition Reimbursement
      • Access to Online Courses
      • Internship Program
      • Work Visa Sponsorship
      • Associate or Rotational Training Program
      • Promote From Within
      • Mentor Program
      • Shadowing Opportunities