About Position:

We are looking for a Security Engineer to design, implement, and operate security controls across applications, infrastructure, and cloud as part of our Security Practice.

- Role: Security Engineer
- Location: Chennai
- Experience: 8 to 12 Years
- Job Type: Full-Time Employment

What You'll Do:

- Design, deploy, and operate security controls across infrastructure, applications, and cloud.
- Perform vulnerability management scanning, triage, prioritization, and remediation tracking.
- Implement and tune security tooling and integrate it into engineering workflows.
- Support incident detection and response and harden systems against threats.
- Conduct security reviews and recommend improvements to posture.
- Document standards, runbooks, and operational procedures.

Expertise You'll Bring:

- Between 8 to 12 years of experience in security engineering.
- Hands-on experience in security engineering across multiple domains.
- Strong understanding of vulnerability management, hardening, and security controls.
- Knowledge of cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP), networking, and operating system security.
- Scripting/automation skills (Python, Bash) for security tasks.
- Familiarity with security frameworks (NIST, CIS, OWASP).
- Relevant certifications (Security+, CEH, cloud security) are a plus.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary and benefits package




- Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
- Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
- Annual health check-ups
- Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Setting:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

- We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
- Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
- If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

Let's unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers

"Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind."

📌 Security Engineer (Tamil Nadu)
🏢 Persistent
📍 Tamil Nadu