Senior Network Security Engineer/Lead
We are seeking an experienced Senior Network Security Engineer / Lead to drive the end-to-end engineering, deployment, and management of DMZ security services across the APAC region within a global banking environment. The role involves designing, implementing, and supporting secure network infrastructure, serving as a senior escalation point, and leading geographically distributed engineering teams.
Key Responsibilities:
· Lead the design, engineering, deployment, and lifecycle management of security solutions.
· Implement and manage Firewalls(Fortinet, Check Point), IDS/IPS, Web Proxies(Bluecoat/McAfee), and Load Balancers.
· Ensure security controls, compliance requirements, and regulatory standards are embedded in all solutions.
· Troubleshoot complex network and web connectivity issues involving TCP/IP, HTTP/S, SSL, FTP, PAC files, and related technologies.
· Collaborate with global engineering, operations, and information security teams to deliver critical infrastructure projects.
· Drive risk mitigation, operational excellence, capacity planning, documentation, and audit readiness.
· Lead and mentor engineers across APAC while providing executive-level updates and technical guidance.
Required Qualifications:
· 10+ years of experience in large-scale network/DMZ environments, preferably in banking or financial services.
· Strong expertise in Firewall, IDS/IPS, Web Content Filtering, and Load Balancing technologies.
· Hands-on experience with Fortinet, Check Point, Bluecoat, McAfee Proxy, and enterprise network security solutions.
· Strong knowledge of network security, protocols, and troubleshooting (TCP/IP, HTTP, HTTPS, SSL,FTP, SOCKS).
· Experience with automation tools such as Python and Ansible.
· Familiarity with ITIL processes, regulatory compliance, and global banking environments.
· Relevant certifications such as CCIE, CISSP, Check Point, or Fortinet certifications preferred.
· Bachelor's degree in IT, Engineering, or a related field.
If you believe you fit the requirements for the role, please submit your application below or drop us an email directly quoting the job title.
Due to an anticipated high volume of applicants, we regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. The information provided is for recruitment purposes only.
Cornerstone Global Partners (EA License Number: 19C9859) is an affirmative equal-opportunity employer and recruitment firm. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
(Scarlett) Zhang Jifan
Scarlett.Zhang@cornerstoneglobalpartners.com
EA Registration Number: R26159541.
Cornerstone Global Partners Pte Ltd (EA License: 19C9859)