Senior Network Security Engineer (Akamai & AWS)

About Birlasoft : Birlasoft is a global technology company enabling next-generation digital transformation through expertise in Cloud, AI, Data, and enterprise solutions. Combining industry proficiency with advanced digital capabilities, it helps businesses accelerate change with speed, scale, and purpose, delivering future-ready solutions that enhance agility, resilience, and customer experience. Part of the CKA Birla Group and led by Chairman Mrs. Amita Birla, Birlasofts nearly 12,000 professionals drive innovation while building a diverse, inclusive, and learning-oriented culture. With a strong focus on sustainability and long-term value creation, Birlasoft transforms enterprises and communities, earning its reputation as a trusted partner and one of the best places to work

About the Job : We are hiring a Cloud Network & Security Engineer with strong expertise in AWS networking and Akamai CDN integration. This role will support secure connectivity and performance optimization for a Drupal migration project, ensuring seamless cloud-to-on-prem communication and robust security compliance.

Title : Senior Network Security Engineer (Akamai & AWS)

Job Location : Multiple Location (Noida, Mumbai, Pune, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad)

Educational Background : Bachelors degree in computer science, Management Information Systems, Mathematics or related field is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities :

Configure secure cloud-to-on-prem connectivity using AWS Direct Connect, VPN, and Transit Gateways.

Implement and manage AWS network components : VPCs, subnets, route tables, security groups, and NACLs.

Set up and manage AWS security services including WAF, Shield, and IAM policies.

Monitor network and application security, troubleshoot performance issues, and ensure SLA compliance.

Integrate and manage Akamai CDN for optimized web traffic, caching, and global content delivery.

Skills Required :

Minimum 7 years of experience in cloud networking and security.

Strong hands-on experience with AWS networking (VPC, subnets, route tables, Transit Gateways).

Proven experience in secure connectivity setups (Direct Connect, VPN).

Expertise in AWS security services (WAF, Shield, IAM).

Deep understanding of network security controls (Security Groups, NACLs).

Mandatory experience with Akamai CDN integration and optimization.

Strong troubleshooting skills and knowledge of SLA / compliance standards.