Network Administrator – NOC & SOC Specialist at Zinnov

Koramangala, Bangalore, Karnataka, IndiaFull-timeCF - Infra and ITPosted about 2 months ago

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<div class="content-intro"><h3 data-start="401" data-end="419">About Zinnov</h3> Zinnov is a global management consulting firm that helps organizations make decisions that actually get used — and deliver results that matter. For over two decades, we’ve partnered with leading enterprises, high-growth technology companies, and investors to answer some of the toughest questions they face: <ul data-start="732" data-end="840"> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" data-start="732" data-end="759"> Where should we invest? </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" data-start="760" data-end="789"> How do we scale globally? </li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" data-start="790" data-end="840"> What capabilities will win in the next decade? </li> </ul> Our work shapes market entry strategies, global operating models, M&A decisions, and long-term growth bets. We’re known for being data-led, execution-focused, and outcome-driven — not opinion-heavy slideware. At Zinnov, how you work matters as much as what you deliver. We value independent thinking, crisp communication, and early ownership. With 450+ professionals across 10 global offices, we work across industries including Digital Services, ER&D, Enterprise Software, Semiconductors, Healthcare, BFSI, Automotive, Media & Telecom, and Private Equity. Zinnov isn’t for everyone. It’s for people who want steep learning curves, honest feedback, and the chance to see their work influence real business decisions — not just presentations.</div><h2>Why Zinnov – Network & Security Operations</h2> At Zinnov, our Network & Security teams ensure seamless, secure, and high-performing infrastructure across enterprise and cloud environments. In this role, you will: <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Work across Network Operations (NOC) and Security Operations (SOC) </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Manage and secure hybrid network environments (on-prem + cloud) </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Be at the forefront of incident management and threat response </li> </ul> <h2>About the Role</h2> As a Network Administrator – NOC & SOC Specialist, you will manage network performance and security across enterprise environments. This role is ideal for someone who: <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Has strong hands-on experience in network operations and cybersecurity </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Can operate in a fast-paced, high-availability environment </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Enjoys solving real-time incidents and security challenges </li> </ul> <h2>What You’ll Do</h2> <h3>1. Network Operations (NOC)</h3> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Monitor and manage network infrastructure across: <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> LAN, WAN, MPLS, SD-WAN, and cloud environments </li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Track network performance metrics such as: <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Uptime, latency, bandwidth utilization </li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Handle incidents using standard runbooks and escalation processes </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Maintain network documentation and asset records </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Support telecom integrations and connectivity setups </li> </ul> <h3>2. Security Operations (SOC)</h3> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Perform security monitoring, threat detection, and incident response </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Use SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel) for log analysis and alerting </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Conduct network traffic analysis to identify anomalies and threats </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Execute SOC playbooks and escalate critical incidents </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Perform threat hunting and vulnerability assessment </li> </ul> <h3>3. Security Governance & Compliance</h3> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Manage firewall rules, VPN configurations, and access controls </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Implement network security practices (Zero Trust, segmentation, DDoS protection) </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Ensure compliance with frameworks like ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2 </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Support audits and compliance reporting </li> </ul> <h3>4. Automation & Continuous Improvement</h3> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Automate repetitive tasks using Python, Bash, PowerShell, or automation tools </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Contribute to incident reviews (RCA/PIR) and process improvements </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Collaborate with DevOps, Cloud, and Infra teams on security initiatives </li> </ul> <h3>5. Incident & Operations Management</h3> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Own incident lifecycle aligned with ITIL practices </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Reduce alert noise and improve monitoring efficiency </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Participate in 24x7 operations with rotational shifts </li> </ul> <h2>What You Bring</h2> <h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> 5–7 years of experience in network and/or security operations </li> </ul> <h3>Core Skills</h3> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, switching) </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Experience with NOC tools (SolarWinds, PRTG, Datadog, etc.) </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Hands-on exposure to SIEM platforms (Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar, etc.) </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Knowledge of firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and EDR tools </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Familiarity with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Experience with scripting/automation </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Strong incident handling, communication, and troubleshooting skills </li> </ul> <h2>Why This Role is Unique</h2> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Opportunity to work across both NOC and SOC functions </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Exposure to enterprise-scale hybrid network environments </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Hands-on role in real-time incident response and cybersecurity </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Work with modern tools across networking, cloud, and security domains </li> </ul> <h2>Ideal Profile</h2> A hands-on network and security professional who can manage operations, detect threats, and ensure reliable, secure infrastructure in a 24x7 environment. <h2>What Success Looks Like</h2> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> High network uptime and strong SLA adherence </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Faster incident detection and resolution (reduced MTTD/MTTR) </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Improved security posture with effective threat detection and response </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Reduced false positives in monitoring systems </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Strong audit compliance and well-maintained documentation </li> </ul><div class="content-conclusion">Zinnov is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, communities, and experiences.</div>

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