24 Security Protocols jobs in Pakistan

ARE YOU READY TO RISE WITH PTCL GROUP

We are not just industry leaders; we are redefining excellence with groundbreaking solutions. PTCL Group stands out in the technology industry with its commitment to high-end innovation and leading the way in delivering integrated ICT and Cellular Network services in Pakistan, all rooted in our journey of Culture Transformation & Change Management.

PTCL Group actively cultivates an inclusive & diverse culture that values and uplifts every individual, regardless of their gender, social background, religion, belief, or disability .

PTCL Group Vision & Values:

With a clear vision to become the largest technology player and the national champion driving the digital transformation of Pakistan, PTCL Group is guided by a set of our unified core values:

• Be Resilient
• Think Big
• Win Every Battle
• Value Success

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL

Be responsible to Manage Network Security & Datacenter Operations. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in network security, along with the ability to take initiatives for enhancing Network Security posture of IP Core & Edge Network domain, ensure compliance of internal policies & procedures, and enhance overall operational efficiency. This role also requires collaborating with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and align security measures with business objectives.

HOW CAN YOU EXPRESS YOUR TALENT

• Deploy, configure, and maintain multi-vendor security infrastructure, including firewalls (Juniper, Cisco, Huawei) and data center switches (Juniper, Huawei). Troubleshoot and manage data center connectivity, firewall policies, and VPN technologies (IP/MPLS, BGP, VPLS, L2/L3 VPNs).
• Evaluate and enhance security controls by collaborating with NIS/SOC teams, implementing recommendations to strengthen IP operations. Develop and update SOPs for network security operations, ensuring adherence to Access Control, Change Management, and Network Security Policies.
• Manage change requests, maintenance windows, and vendor/3rd-party engagements to minimize operational disruptions. Oversee PMR activities, DR drills, and HA testing to ensure high availability and resilience of IP security infrastructure.
• Mentor and upskill the security team through knowledge-sharing sessions, fostering expertise in emerging threats and technologies.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

Qualification

• Bachelor`s Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or IT.

Experience:

• Expertise in Multi-vendor Firewalls (Cisco, Juniper & Huawei), Routing & Switching Protocols, Expert in three tier datacenter topology & demonstrated ability to work independently.

Technical Competency:

• Expert in Network Security Protocols (SSL/TLS, IPsec, GRE, TACACS, Radius)
• Expert in Routing/Switching Protocols (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, L2VPN, L3VPN, VLANs)
• Demonstrated leadership, effective teamwork and strong interpersonal skills

PTCL Group's family-centric policies, offering 6-month maternity and 30-day paternity leave, along with a hybrid work model, redefine the workplace for a balanced and fulfilling career.

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Job Summary

Astera Software is looking for a dynamic and experienced Network, Security & Communications Manager to develop and manage our network infrastructure and security strategies. In this role, you'll lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of a secure and scalable network, ensuring high availability of services, including LAN/WAN, wireless, and cloud connectivity. You'll oversee network deployments, lifecycle management, and budgeting, while also contributing to disaster recovery and business continuity planning. Collaborating with stakeholders across IT and the business, you’ll align security capabilities and maintain relationships with vendors to enhance and upgrade our current environment.

What You'll Do

• Develop and execute strategies for network equipment lifecycle management, including planning for upgrades, replacements, and decommissioning.
• Oversee the deployment of network infrastructure for new locations, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems and adherence to company standards.
• Oversee the design, implementation and maintenance of a robust, secure, resilient and scalable network infrastructure to support business operations.
• Ensure high availability of network services, including LAN/WAN, wireless and hybrid & cloud connectivity.
• Plan and manage the IT Network budget for corporate assets including our regional distribution centers and stores. Identify opportunities to improve cost effectiveness of our expense budget.
• Monitor system performance, provide capacity planning, automate processes, perform refreshes/upgrades and provide operational and technical support for network and security infrastructure areas.
• Contribute to the development, ongoing maintenance and execution of an enterprise-wide disaster recovery and business continuity plan.
• Prepare RFPs, contracts, statements of work, and other documentation for network projects.
• Engage proactively with key stakeholders and partners across IT and the business to understand technology direction and align security capabilities accordingly.
• Build and maintain relationships with key vendors to facilitate enhancements and upgrades to the current environment.
• Ensure compliance with all internal policies with respect to data protection.
• Work closely with the Project Management team to define and estimate team contributions, and ensure the team completes project work on time and with an excellent level of quality.
• Assist in response to external audits, penetration tests, vulnerability assessments and forensic investigations.
• Contribute to release management, change control, incident and problem management.
• Implement and enforce network security policies and procedures to protect company assets and data. Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Work closely with services partners to oversee Network Operations Center (NOC) and Operations Support.
• Establish and monitor service level agreements (SLAs).

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, information technology, electronics, telecommunications or a related field. Master's preferred in relevant field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in network operations, network design, network project implementation, security infrastructure & communications with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
• Experience in network lifecycle management and network deployment management.
• Proven track record of balancing multiple priorities simultaneously including large-scale production network and security projects, and operations in a multi-site retail environment with minimal downtime and limited impact on systems and applications.
• Strong knowledge of network architecture, protocols, and technologies, including TCP/IP, MPLS, VPN, VoIP, SD-WAN, and cloud networking.
• Expert knowledge of Network access methods including T1, DS3, OC3, Ethernet, and Cellular.
• Expert understanding of Layer 2 switching protocols.
• Expert understanding of routing protocols EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS, BGP.
• Experience with network security technologies, such as Next Generation Firewalls (NGFWs) – Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco, Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS), DNS & URL Filtering, Application Control Visibility (ACV) and encryption.
• Experience designing enterprise network/security and data center solutions.
• Advanced experience with routing, core switching, Cisco Nexus, ASA firewalls, Palo Alto Firewalls, VLAN, VPN, WLAN, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, monitoring tools & network topologies.
• Relevant network related certifications (highly desirable) such as CCNA, CCNP, CCDP, NSE, or equivalent.
• Relevant information/cyber security training/certifications (highly desirable) such as ISO27001, CISSP.
• Relevant cloud related training/certifications (highly desirable) such as Cloud Architect/Cyber Security under AWS, Azure, Google, Alibaba Cloud.

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ARE YOU READY TO RISE WITH PTCL GROUP We are not just industry leaders; we are redefining excellence with groundbreaking solutions. PTCL Group stands out in the technology industry with its commitment to high-end innovation and leading the way in delivering integrated ICT and Cellular Network services in Pakistan, all rooted in our journey of Culture Transformation & Change Management. PTCL Group actively cultivates an inclusive & diverse culture that values and uplifts every individual, regardless of their gender, social background, religion, belief, or disability . PTCL Group Vision & Values: With a clear vision to become the largest technology player and the national champion driving the digital transformation of Pakistan, PTCL Group is guided by a set of our unified core values: Be Resilient Think Big Win Every Battle Value Success IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL Be responsible to Manage Network Security & Datacenter Operations. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in network security, along with the ability to take initiatives for enhancing Network Security posture of IP Core & Edge Network domain, ensure compliance of internal policies & procedures, and enhance overall operational efficiency. This role also requires collaborating with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and align security measures with business objectives. HOW CAN YOU EXPRESS YOUR TALENT Deploy, configure, and maintain multi-vendor security infrastructure, including firewalls (Juniper, Cisco, Huawei) and data center switches (Juniper, Huawei). Troubleshoot and manage data center connectivity, firewall policies, and VPN technologies (IP/MPLS, BGP, VPLS, L2/L3 VPNs). Evaluate and enhance security controls by collaborating with NIS/SOC teams, implementing recommendations to strengthen IP operations. Develop and update SOPs for network security operations, ensuring adherence to Access Control, Change Management, and Network Security Policies. Manage change requests, maintenance windows, and vendor/3rd-party engagements to minimize operational disruptions. Oversee PMR activities, DR drills, and HA testing to ensure high availability and resilience of IP security infrastructure. Mentor and upskill the security team through knowledge-sharing sessions, fostering expertise in emerging threats and technologies. WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL Qualification Bachelor`s Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or IT. Experience: Expertise in Multi-vendor Firewalls (Cisco, Juniper & Huawei), Routing & Switching Protocols, Expert in three tier datacenter topology & demonstrated ability to work independently. Technical Competency: Expert in Network Security Protocols (SSL/TLS, IPsec, GRE, TACACS, Radius) Expert in Routing/Switching Protocols (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, L2VPN, L3VPN, VLANs) Demonstrated leadership, effective teamwork and strong interpersonal skills PTCL Group's family-centric policies, offering 6-month maternity and 30-day paternity leave, along with a hybrid work model, redefine the workplace for a balanced and fulfilling career. #ExpressYourTalent #ReadyToRise #TayyarHo

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Job Summary

Astera Software is looking for a dynamic and experienced Network, Security & Communications Manager to develop and manage our network infrastructure and security strategies. In this role, you'll lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of a secure and scalable network, ensuring high availability of services, including LAN/WAN, wireless, and cloud connectivity. You'll oversee network deployments, lifecycle management, and budgeting, while also contributing to disaster recovery and business continuity planning. Collaborating with stakeholders across IT and the business, you’ll align security capabilities and maintain relationships with vendors to enhance and upgrade our current environment. What You'll Do

Develop and execute strategies for network equipment lifecycle management, including planning for upgrades, replacements, and decommissioning. Oversee the deployment of network infrastructure for new locations, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems and adherence to company standards. Oversee the design, implementation and maintenance of a robust, secure, resilient and scalable network infrastructure to support business operations. Ensure high availability of network services, including LAN/WAN, wireless and hybrid & cloud connectivity. Plan and manage the IT Network budget for corporate assets including our regional distribution centers and stores. Identify opportunities to improve cost effectiveness of our expense budget. Monitor system performance, provide capacity planning, automate processes, perform refreshes/upgrades and provide operational and technical support for network and security infrastructure areas. Contribute to the development, ongoing maintenance and execution of an enterprise-wide disaster recovery and business continuity plan. Prepare RFPs, contracts, statements of work, and other documentation for network projects. Engage proactively with key stakeholders and partners across IT and the business to understand technology direction and align security capabilities accordingly. Build and maintain relationships with key vendors to facilitate enhancements and upgrades to the current environment. Ensure compliance with all internal policies with respect to data protection. Work closely with the Project Management team to define and estimate team contributions, and ensure the team completes project work on time and with an excellent level of quality. Assist in response to external audits, penetration tests, vulnerability assessments and forensic investigations. Contribute to release management, change control, incident and problem management. Implement and enforce network security policies and procedures to protect company assets and data. Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments. Work closely with services partners to oversee Network Operations Center (NOC) and Operations Support. Establish and monitor service level agreements (SLAs). What You'll Need

Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, information technology, electronics, telecommunications or a related field. Master's preferred in relevant field. Minimum 8 years of experience in network operations, network design, network project implementation, security infrastructure & communications with at least 5 years in a managerial role. Experience in network lifecycle management and network deployment management. Proven track record of balancing multiple priorities simultaneously including large-scale production network and security projects, and operations in a multi-site retail environment with minimal downtime and limited impact on systems and applications. Strong knowledge of network architecture, protocols, and technologies, including TCP/IP, MPLS, VPN, VoIP, SD-WAN, and cloud networking. Expert knowledge of Network access methods including T1, DS3, OC3, Ethernet, and Cellular. Expert understanding of Layer 2 switching protocols. Expert understanding of routing protocols EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS, BGP. Experience with network security technologies, such as Next Generation Firewalls (NGFWs) – Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco, Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS), DNS & URL Filtering, Application Control Visibility (ACV) and encryption. Experience designing enterprise network/security and data center solutions. Advanced experience with routing, core switching, Cisco Nexus, ASA firewalls, Palo Alto Firewalls, VLAN, VPN, WLAN, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, monitoring tools & network topologies. Relevant network related certifications (highly desirable) such as CCNA, CCNP, CCDP, NSE, or equivalent. Relevant information/cyber security training/certifications (highly desirable) such as ISO27001, CISSP. Relevant cloud related training/certifications (highly desirable) such as Cloud Architect/Cyber Security under AWS, Azure, Google, Alibaba Cloud.

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Position: Security Engineer

Location: The University of Buner, Lahore, Pakistan

Job Posting Date: December 15, 2024

Application Deadline: December 26, 2024

Job Description:

The University of Buner is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Security Engineer. This role is essential for ensuring the security protocols and systems within the university environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Implement and manage security measures to protect the university's information and physical assets.
2. Conduct regular security audits and assessments.
3. Develop security policies and procedures.
4. Collaborate with other departments to enhance overall security posture.
5. Respond to security incidents and breaches.

Qualifications:

1. Relevant degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
2. Experience in security engineering or a related role.
3. Strong knowledge of security protocols and systems.
4. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their CV/resume to the university before the application deadline.

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Position:

Security Engineer

Location:

The University of Buner, Lahore, Pakistan

Job Posting Date:

December 15, 2024

Application Deadline:

December 26, 2024

Job Description:

The University of Buner is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Security Engineer. This role is essential for ensuring the security protocols and systems within the university environment.

Responsibilities:

Implement and manage security measures to protect the university's information and physical assets.

Conduct regular security audits and assessments.

Develop security policies and procedures.

Collaborate with other departments to enhance overall security posture.

Respond to security incidents and breaches.

Qualifications:

Relevant degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Experience in security engineering or a related role.

Strong knowledge of security protocols and systems.

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their CV/resume to the university before the application deadline.

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Contour Software has grown from a dozen people to over 2,000 staff across 3 cities, in less than 14 years.

As a subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., we are proud to be part of a global enterprise software conglomerate that has grown to become one of the top 10 software companies in the world, with employees and customers in 100+ countries. With a broad-based and ever-growing portfolio of market-leading, vertical-market enterprise solutions covering more than 100 industry domains in predominantly mature markets, CSI's recipe creates the perfect environment for professionals to build fulfilling, long-term careers.

What started as an R&D & Accounting back-office, has progressed into a full-service Global Centre serving all functions and departments, at the divisional as well as operating group/corporate level. Today Contour employees, located in Karachi, Lahore & Islamabad, are serving CSI divisions located in time zones spanning the globe, from Sydney to Vancouver. With the global growth of Constellation as the wind in our sails, we are only just getting started!

Job Overview

The IT Security Engineer is responsible for proactively maintaining our information security systems, processes, and procedures to protect and preserve the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of all data and systems. This position will also drive company-wide support for security programs through the operationalization and documentation of all security-related tasks, working very closely with development & operations teams, product owners, and other groups.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Reviews current corporate policies and helps redefine policies and procedures

• Stays current on IT security trends and news

• Manages security monitoring and threat detection systems for cloud environments

• Proactively updates and maintains tools for monitoring and support

• Supports cloud compliance/certification activities and participates in security audits/reviews.

• Provides consulting and influences other teams to mature cloud/DevOps security.

• Serves as a security expert and provides technical leadership to other staff members.

• Conducts security reviews of web applications, services, integrations, and APIs

• Pinpoints methods and attack surfaces attackers use to exploit weaknesses and logic flaws

• Conducts Cloud & Network infrastructure reviews, Systems infrastructure, Application configurations, and Software Code reviews.

• Reviews maintain and enhance current scanning and testing tools

• Verifies security vulnerabilities identified by automated tools

• Performs manual testing to supplement results of automated scanning and testing tools

• Documents identified security vulnerabilities and related matters in a clear, concise, and timely manner

• Meet with the operations and application teams to review and explain identified security vulnerabilities and possible remediation

• Resolves issues and provides statuses that may impact testing

• Applies fixes and remediation for detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high-security standard

• Organizes/facilitates retest of infrastructure, system, and application updates or deployed remediation logic to verify resolution of security vulnerabilities

• Maintains electronic or trail of testing activity for audit purposes

• Maintains confidentiality of authentication credentials, sensitive application information, and test results before, during, and after completing testing and/or retesting

• Investigates potential security breaches and other cybersecurity incidents

• Works with R&D, Cloud, Support, and QA Teams to perform tests and uncover potential network/systems/application vulnerabilities

Qualifications for Security Engineer

• At least 2 years of experience in the cybersecurity industry

• Strong understanding of security controls/services in public cloud environments (Azure)

• Ability to prioritize projects and Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

• Experience with other security solutions, such as EDR, SASE, firewalls, DLP, NAC, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability assessment tools

• Certifications such as CISSP, GSEC, CEH, or CISM desired

• Strong understanding of web application security assessment techniques.

• Knowledge of static and dynamic security analysis tools.

• Knowledge of the Security Development Lifecycle (SDLC).

• Understanding the best practices, control frameworks, and applicable existing and new legal/regulatory requirements

• An understanding of best practices and how to implement them at a business-wide level

• Public Trust security clearance, or a willingness to obtain one

• Critical thinking skills and the ability to solve problems as they arise

• Basic coding skills, such as HTML, CSS, and other languages

Exciting Benefits we offer:

Medical Coverage – Self & Dependents

Parents Medical Coverage

Provident Fund

Employee Performance-based bonuses

Home Internet Subsidy

Conveyance Allowance

Profit Sharing Plan (Tenured Employees Only)

Child Care Facility

Company Provided Lunch/Dinner

Professional Development Budget

Recreational area for in-house games

Sporadic On-shore training opportunities

Friendly work environment

Leave Encashment

Disclaimer: At Contour, we attribute our success to the unique contributions of our diverse staff. We’re committed to fostering a culture of respect that thrives on the varied perspectives and experiences of all individuals we recruit, employ, promote, and compensate. Since day one, we’ve adhered to a policy that champions a work environment honoring the worth and dignity of each person while being free from all forms of employment discrimination.

In our continuous effort to promote inclusivity, we extend our commitment to individuals with special needs by providing reasonable accommodations. We actively encourage qualified individuals with special needs to apply for the various openings within our company. Should you require assistance in completing the application process or have any inquiries regarding special facilities, please do not hesitate to contact our HR team. Your unique talents and abilities are welcomed and valued here.

As a subsidiary of CSI, Contour Software serves as a dedicated Global Centre, currently housing employees and teams for more than 150 Divisional and Corporate departments. Contour employees are key players in implementing, supporting, extending, enhancing, and renewing enterprise systems that run thousands of medium and large businesses, as well as public institutions, globally!

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We are seeking a skilled Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Specialist to join our team in Islamabad. The ideal candidate will play a key role in deploying and managing Microsoft Defender for Endpoint solutions to ensure robust endpoint security across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

1. Deploy and configure Microsoft Defender for Endpoint solutions across diverse environments.
2. Integrate endpoint security with Active Directory and Microsoft 365 infrastructure.
3. Monitor, analyze, and respond to endpoint security incidents.
4. Optimize endpoint security configurations for performance and protection.
5. Collaborate with IT teams to ensure compliance with security standards and best practices.
6. Document configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guidelines.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field (mandatory).
2. Proven experience with Active Directory and Microsoft 365 administration .
3. Hands-on experience with deploying and managing Microsoft Defender for Endpoint .
4. Strong understanding of endpoint security concepts and incident response.
5. Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
6. Ability to work under tight deadlines and deliver quality results.

Location

We are looking for a Microsoft Defender EDR/XDR Specialist in our Islamabad office. You may apply if you are willing to work in any of the locations and have relevant experience.

What Are We Offering?

1. Health Insurance
2. Provident Fund
3. Compensation Plans
4. Paid Certifications & Training
5. Stars Of the Month Rewards
6. Quarterly Meetups
7. Anniversary & Eid Gifts
8. Employee Loans for Hajj, Umrah and events

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We are looking for an experienced Senior Security Engineer to become part of our growing team. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to safeguarding digital assets, with a strong focus on security best practices. You should be highly collaborative and committed to delivering high-caliber protection, always keeping the needs of our clients at the forefront.

As a Senior Security Engineer specializing in Offensive Security, you'll be responsible for performing pentest activities across various domains, including: conducting in-depth penetration testing for Web & APIs, Mobile Applications, Cloud environments (AWS), and Active Directory.

Required Expertise: Web Application and API Pentest:

• Demonstrated expert-level knowledge of web application functioning, authentication, and authorization mechanisms.
• Proficiency in identifying and understanding code-level vulnerabilities, including OWASP Top 10, and collaborating with development teams for effective remediation.

Mobile Applications:

• Comprehensive understanding of platform-native vulnerabilities and strategies for remediation.
• Understanding in SSL Pinning and root check implementation, including circumvention of these security measures and improvement suggestions.
• Strong familiarity with major AWS services (IAM, EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, etc.).
• Ability to identify misconfigurations in IAM policies and hands-on experience in initial access, enumeration, privilege escalation, and data exfiltration in cloud environments.
• Articulate knowledge of prevention and remediation strategies for identified cloud vulnerabilities.

Good to Haves:

• Certifications such as OSCP, CRTP, CRTO, CREST CRT are advantageous but not mandatory; emphasis is on practical skills and expertise.
• Hands-on experience in performing Active Directory Assessment and familiarity with CI/CD Pipelines.

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