The Network Security Analyst is responsible for protecting the organization’s network infrastructure by designing, implementing, and monitoring security controls. The role involves identifying vulnerabilities, responding to security incidents, managing firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems, and ensuring compliance with security policies and standards. Work closely with IT teams to assess risks, strengthen defences, and maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of network systems.
Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain secure network architectures (on-prem, cloud, and hybrid environments)
Configure, manage, and monitor firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, NAC, and secure remote access solutions
Perform network security assessments, vulnerabilities scanning, and penetration testing remediation
Monitor security events and logs; investigate and respond to security incidents
Implement and enforce network security policies, standards, and best practices
Manage network segmentation, access controls, and zero-trust security models
Secure network protocols, routing, switching, and wireless infrastructure
Collaborate with IT, cloud, and SOC teams to integrate security across infrastructure and applications
Support compliance with regulatory and security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, PCI-DSS)
Maintain documentation, diagrams, and incident response procedures
Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies
Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Head, Security Technology & Engineering
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong knowledge of network security principles, TCP/IP, routing, switching, and DNS
Hands-on experience with firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, WAFs, and network access control (NAC)
Experience securing cloud and hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Experience conducting vulnerability assessments, risk analysis, and remediation
Familiarity with zero trust architecture, network segmentation, and least-privilege access models
Knowledge of secure network protocols and encryption technologies
Experience responding to and investigating network security incidents
Understanding of common attack techniques (e.g., DDoS, MITM, malware, lateral movement)
Ability to develop and enforce network security policies, standards, and procedures
Experience supporting compliance and regulatory frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, PCI-DSS, CIS)
Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
Qualification & Experience
Mandatory
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
3–6 years’ relevant experience
Industry-recognized certifications, such as:
o CISSP, CISM, or CISA
o CCNP Security or CCIE Security
o CEH, GSEC, or equivalent network security certifications
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