Job Description
Security Lead – Cloud & IT Security
This role has been designed as ‘Hybrid’ with an expectation that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.
Who We Are:
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.
Job Description:
HPE Operations is our innovative IT services organization. It provides the expertise to advise, integrate, and accelerate our customers’ outcomes from their digital transformation. Our teams collaborate to transform insight into innovation. In today’s fast paced, hybrid IT world, being at business speed means overcoming IT complexity to match the speed of actions to the speed of opportunities. Deploy the right technology to respond quickly to market possibilities. Join us and redefine what’s next for you.
We are seeking a highly experienced Security Lead to design, implement and manage enterprise-grade IT security measures across cloud and hybrid environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in deploying, configuring and maintaining advanced security solutions, including Burpsuite, firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, DDoS mitigation and security compliance frameworks. This role demands strong leadership, hands-on technical skills, and the ability to drive security strategy in alignment with business objectives.
What you will do:
• Security Strategy & Architecture
• Develop and maintain the organization’s IT security roadmap aligned with cloud and enterprise infrastructure.
• Lead security design reviews for new systems, services, and cloud deployments.
• Implementation & Configuration
• Deploy, configure, and manage network security appliances including next-generation firewalls, IDS/IPS, and web application firewalls.
• Implement and maintain cybersecurity protocols, including endpoint protection, identity management, and access control policies.
• Design and operate DDoS protection mechanisms to ensure availability of critical systems.
• Cloud & Hybrid Security
• Implement and enforce security measures in public, private, and sovereign cloud environments.
• Monitor and audit cloud configurations to ensure compliance with industry standards (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, etc.).
• Threat Management & Incident Response
• Lead threat modeling, risk assessment, and vulnerability management initiatives.
• Oversee incident detection, response, and recovery processes to minimize business impact.
• Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)
• Ensure adherence to regulatory and compliance requirements such as GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS.
• Maintain security documentation, playbooks, and audit readiness.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration
• Mentor and guide security engineers and analysts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed security into all phases of system development and operations.
What you need to bring:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
Minimum 10 years in IT security, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Technical Expertise:
• Proven track record in deploying and managing enterprise firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, Check Point).
• Strong knowledge of cloud security for AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud.
• Experience with DDoS mitigation solutions (e.g., Cloudflare, Akamai, AWS Shield).
• Experience with Burpsuite
• Hands-on knowledge of SIEM, SOAR, EDR, and vulnerability management tools.
• Certifications (preferred): CISSP, CISM, CCSP, CEH, or equivalent.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, excellent communication, and stakeholder management.
Additional Skills:
Accountability, Accountability, Active Learning, Active Listening, Bias, Business Growth, Client Expectations Management, Coaching, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Customer Centric Solutions, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Design Thinking, Empathy, Follow-Through, Growth Mindset, Information Technology (IT) Infrastructure, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Intellectual Curiosity (Inactive), Long Term Planning, Managing Ambiguity, Process Improvements, Product Services, Relationship Building {+ 5 more}
What We Can Offer You:
This role has been designed as ‘Hybrid’ with an expectation that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.
Who We Are:
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.
Job Description:
HPE Operations is our innovative IT services organization. It provides the expertise to advise, integrate, and accelerate our customers’ outcomes from their digital transformation. Our teams collaborate to transform insight into innovation. In today’s fast paced, hybrid IT world, being at business speed means overcoming IT complexity to match the speed of actions to the speed of opportunities. Deploy the right technology to respond quickly to market possibilities. Join us and redefine what’s next for you.
We are seeking a highly experienced Security Lead to design, implement and manage enterprise-grade IT security measures across cloud and hybrid environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in deploying, configuring and maintaining advanced security solutions, including Burpsuite, firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, DDoS mitigation and security compliance frameworks. This role demands strong leadership, hands-on technical skills, and the ability to drive security strategy in alignment with business objectives.
What you will do:
• Security Strategy & Architecture
• Develop and maintain the organization’s IT security roadmap aligned with cloud and enterprise infrastructure.
• Lead security design reviews for new systems, services, and cloud deployments.
• Implementation & Configuration
• Deploy, configure, and manage network security appliances including next-generation firewalls, IDS/IPS, and web application firewalls.
• Implement and maintain cybersecurity protocols, including endpoint protection, identity management, and access control policies.
• Design and operate DDoS protection mechanisms to ensure availability of critical systems.
• Cloud & Hybrid Security
• Implement and enforce security measures in public, private, and sovereign cloud environments.
• Monitor and audit cloud configurations to ensure compliance with industry standards (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, etc.).
• Threat Management & Incident Response
• Lead threat modeling, risk assessment, and vulnerability management initiatives.
• Oversee incident detection, response, and recovery processes to minimize business impact.
• Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)
• Ensure adherence to regulatory and compliance requirements such as GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS.
• Maintain security documentation, playbooks, and audit readiness.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration
• Mentor and guide security engineers and analysts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed security into all phases of system development and operations.
What you need to bring:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
Minimum 10 years in IT security, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Technical Expertise:
• Proven track record in deploying and managing enterprise firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, Check Point).
• Strong knowledge of cloud security for AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud.
• Experience with DDoS mitigation solutions (e.g., Cloudflare, Akamai, AWS Shield).
• Experience with Burpsuite
• Hands-on knowledge of SIEM, SOAR, EDR, and vulnerability management tools.
• Certifications (preferred): CISSP, CISM, CCSP, CEH, or equivalent.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, excellent communication, and stakeholder management.
Additional Skills:
Accountability, Accountability, Active Learning, Active Listening, Bias, Business Growth, Client Expectations Management, Coaching, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Customer Centric Solutions, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Design Thinking, Empathy, Follow-Through, Growth Mindset, Information Technology (IT) Infrastructure, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Intellectual Curiosity (Inactive), Long Term Planning, Managing Ambiguity, Process Improvements, Product Services, Relationship Building {+ 5 more}
What We Can Offer You:
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Security Lead – Cloud & IT Security position is now open for candidates interested in the Helper Jobs sector. This role in Bangalore offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Helper Jobs is a plus.