Network Security Manager

At HexaPrime, we want to reach out with the message We can help. We've been there. Our vision united us and brought us together with the firm belief that we can contribute innovatively and remain on par with the growth and development of the field. We are confident that we can enrich our clients' experience with our commitment to excellence.

We are devoted to contributing and assisting in this everlasting digital transformation that the world is witnessing and the need to secure it. Our goal crystalizes in providing skill sets that can help our customers achieve their vision in Cyber Security, Managed Services, SOC Operations & Cloud Services.

Responsibilities:

1. Network Security Architecture and Design
   • Design, document, maintain, and implement network/security solutions.
   • Develop and enforce network security policies, standards, and best practices across the organization.
   • Perform regular security assessments, audits, and vulnerability scans to maintain a secure network environment.
2. Project Management and Leadership
   • Lead and manage network/security projects from initiation through completion, ensuring delivery on time.
   • Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource requirements to align with business objectives.
3. Team Leadership and Mentorship
   • Serve as a mentor and technical lead for network security engineers, providing guidance and support on technical issues and best practices.
   • Assign tasks, monitor progress, and evaluate team performance to ensure project and individual objectives are met.
4. Strategic Communication and Stakeholder Alignment
   • Act as a strategic link between senior management and the technical team, effectively translating complex security issues into actionable insights for executive decision-making.
   • Communicate project status, potential risks, and mitigation strategies clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
   • Collaborate closely with management to align network security initiatives with organizational objectives, supporting informed decision-making and resource allocation.
5. Incident Response and Threat Management
   • Lead network incident response activities, collaborating with IT teams to contain, investigate, and remediate security incidents.
   • Develop and maintain incident response plans and procedures, continuously improving them based on industry best practices and lessons learned.
   • Proactively monitor network security alerts and potential threats, implementing mitigation measures as necessary.
6. Coordination with Security Operations Center (SOC)
   • Work closely with the SOC team to ensure coordinated incident response efforts, enabling swift action and effective containment of security threats.
   • Facilitate the sharing of threat intelligence, vulnerability findings, and incident reports to enhance situational awareness and improve defense strategies.
   • Lead regular review sessions with the SOC team to assess security posture, review recent incidents, and implement improvements to detection and response capabilities.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field; or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in network security engineering.
• PMP certification or equivalent experience in project management, with demonstrated skills in leading security projects.
• Deep knowledge of network protocols, security principles, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong understanding of network and security infrastructure (firewalls, switches, load balancers, WAF, etc.).

Preferred:

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, PMP, CCIE, NSE8, etc.
• Experience with hybrid network environments.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for security process optimization.
• Strong knowledge of emerging tools, applications, and systems for attaining best-in-class network security posture across the enterprise.
• ITIL certification or knowledge of IT Service Management principles.