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Cyber Security Engineer

IIT Freshers

Location

Chennai, India

Work type

Hybrid

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Experience flexible

Compensation

Compensation not disclosed

Posted

21h ago

Summary and responsibilities

Role overview

Summary

Monitor security events, investigate threats, and assist in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing. Support security audits, compliance initiatives, and incident response activities. Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to implement security best practices and research emerging threats.

Role Overview:

We are looking for highly motivated IIT graduates who are passionate about Cyber Security and eager to build a career in securing enterprise applications, cloud infrastructure, and digital assets. The candidate will work closely with senior security professionals to identify vulnerabilities, assess risks, and implement security controls.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor security events and investigate potential threats.

  • Assist in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing activities.

  • Support security audits and compliance initiatives.

  • Analyze security incidents and contribute to incident response activities.

  • Work with development and infrastructure teams to implement security best practices.

  • Conduct research on emerging cyber threats and security technologies.

  • Support cloud security and network security initiatives.


Required Qualifications:

  • Strong understanding of Computer Networks, Operating Systems, and Security Fundamentals.

  • Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, Firewalls, and Network Protocols.

  • Understanding of Cyber Security concepts such as Authentication, Encryption, Malware Analysis, and Threat Detection.

  • Familiarity with Linux and Windows environments.

  • Basic scripting knowledge in Python, Shell, or PowerShell.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Exposure to Ethical Hacking, CTF competitions, or Security Projects.

  • Knowledge of Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

  • Familiarity with Security Tools such as Wireshark, Burp Suite, Nmap, or Splunk.


Soft Skills:

  • Strong communication and presentation skills.

  • Quick learner with a research-oriented mindset.

  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Updated 21h ago

Candidate fit

Skills and qualifications

Additional skills

Computer Networks • 1+ yrs
Operating Systems • 1+ yrs
Security Fundamentals • 1+ yrs
TCP/IP • 1+ yrs
Python • 1+ yrs
Analytical skills • 1+ yrs
Problem-solving skills • 1+ yrs
Communication • 1+ yrs

Experience

Experience flexible

How this role is positioned

Role classification

Job domains

IT & System Administration
Software Engineering

Industries

Technology & IT
Cybersecurity

Employment

Full Time

Contract duration

Permanent

Hiring type

Direct

Global hiring

Location specific

Offer details

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

Compensation not disclosed

VisibilityShared on listing
CurrencyUSD
PeriodYearly

Location, schedule, and role shape

Work setup

Work conditions

Primary locationChennai, India
Work typeHybrid
Global hiringNo

Bandwidth profile

peopleMedium6/10
physicalLow2/10
cognitiveHigh8/10
executionMedium7/10
creativityMedium6/10
uncertaintyMedium6/10
communicationMedium7/10

Context on the employer

Company snapshot

Company

Objectways

Team size

Growing team

Location

Chennai, India

We are looking for highly motivated IIT graduates who are passionate about Cyber Security and eager to build a career in securing enterprise applications, cloud infrastructure, and digital assets. The candidate will work closely with senior security professionals to identify vulnerabilities, assess risks, and implement security controls.

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Cyber Security Engineer

Chennai, IndiaFull Time