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
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.