Network & cyber security Lead

We’re Hiring | Senior Information Security & Network Security Lead

Client:
Wipro

Employment Type:

Full Time

Location:

Mumbai

Work Mode:
Onsite / Hybrid

Experience:

15+ Years

Notice Period:
Immediate / ≤30 Days preferred

About the Role

We are looking for a highly experienced Senior Information Security & Network Security Lead with deep hands-on expertise in network security and strong exposure to information security governance. This role will be responsible for driving the organization’s security strategy, ensuring secure infrastructure operations, and maintaining compliance with global security standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and govern the overall information security strategy and security governance

• Approve and oversee network security changes and secure architecture decisions

• Define, implement, and maintain information security policies, standards, and procedures aligned with ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS benchmarks

• Conduct enterprise risk assessments and guide mitigation and remediation initiatives

• Provide hands-on expertise in network security technologies (Firewalls, IPS/IDS, WAF, VPN, DNS, Proxies, Application Gateways)

• Ensure secure design, deployment, and operations of network and infrastructure environments

• Align information security controls with business objectives and regulatory requirements

• Track emerging threats and recommend proactive security measures

• Mentor junior team members and foster a security-first culture

Required

Skills & Qualifications

Technical Expertise:

✔ Firewalls, IPS/IDS, DNS, WAF

✔ Routing & Switching

✔ Strong hands-on Network Security experience

✔ Working knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, Oracle Cloud) and cloud security best practices

Compliance & Governance:

✔ ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Benchmarks

✔ SOC 2, GDPR

Education &

Certifications:

✔ Bachelor’s or Master’s in Information Security / Cybersecurity / IT / Computer Science

✔ CISSP / CISM (Highly Desirable)