Junior Cybersecurity Expert (Infrastructure)
thyssenkrupp · Thane, Maharashtra, India
- On site
- Full-time
- $50,000 / year
- Thane, Maharashtra, India
Job highlights
- Protect global IT infrastructure through security control operations.
- Monitor and respond to security alerts and incidents.
- Operate enterprise security solutions like EDR and firewalls.
- Manage vulnerability, patch, and compliance activities.
- Collaborate with international IT and security teams.
About the role
Junior Cybersecurity Expert (Infrastructure)
thyssenkrupp is seeking a Junior Cybersecurity Expert to support the protection of global IT infrastructure. This role involves operating, monitoring, and improving key security controls as part of the Infrastructure team in India. You will collaborate with global IT Security and Infrastructure stakeholders to maintain a secure and compliant IT environment.
Responsibilities:
- Support daily cybersecurity operations within the IT infrastructure landscape.
- Monitor, analyze, and assist in responding to security alerts and incidents.
- Operate and support enterprise security solutions (endpoint, network, and threat detection platforms).
- Support endpoint, server, and network security controls.
- Assist with firewall rule reviews and basic configuration tasks.
- Support vulnerability management, patch coordination, and remediation tracking.
- Contribute to security documentation, procedures, and operational runbooks.
- Support audits, internal controls, and compliance-related activities.
- Collaborate with global IT, infrastructure, and security teams.
Your Profile:
- 1-3 years of experience in IT security, IT infrastructure, or a related technical role.
- Mandatory: Practical experience with at least 2 of the following technologies: Microsoft Endpoint Detection & Response (Microsoft Defender for Endpoint / EDR), Darktrace (enterprise threat detection / NDR), Check Point Firewall (operations, monitoring, rule reviews).
- Solid understanding of IT infrastructure fundamentals (networks, servers, endpoints).
- Basic knowledge of cybersecurity principles (CIA triad, threats, vulnerabilities, incident response).
- Good communication and documentation skills in English.
Nice-to-Have Qualifications:
- Entry-level cybersecurity or cloud certifications (e.g. Security+, SC-900, AZ-900, ISO 27001 basics).
- Exposure to SIEM tools or identity and access management concepts.
- Experience in an international or enterprise IT environment.
Personal & Professional Competencies:
- Strong willingness to learn and develop cybersecurity expertise.
- Structured, reliable, and methodical working style.
- Team-oriented mindset with the ability to follow defined processes.
- Professional communication skills when working with global teams.
- The role requires working from the office at least two days per week.
Key skills/competency:
- Cybersecurity
- IT Infrastructure
- Security Operations
- Incident Response
- Endpoint Security
- Network Security
- Vulnerability Management
- Compliance
- Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- Check Point Firewall
Skills & topics
- Cybersecurity Expert
- IT Security
- Infrastructure Security
- Endpoint Detection and Response
- Network Security
- Vulnerability Management
- Incident Response
- Check Point Firewall
- Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- Darktrace
- Junior
- IT Operations
- Compliance
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight relevant experience in IT security, infrastructure, and specific technologies like Microsoft Defender or Check Point Firewall.
- Showcase your skills: Emphasize your understanding of cybersecurity principles and IT infrastructure fundamentals.
- Demonstrate learning ability: Mention your eagerness to develop cybersecurity expertise and any relevant certifications.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with security alerts, incident response, and collaboration with global teams.
- Address work arrangement: Be prepared to discuss the hybrid work model requiring office presence.
Technical preparation
Familiarize with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.,Study Check Point Firewall operations and monitoring.,Understand Darktrace threat detection principles.,Review IT infrastructure fundamentals (networks, servers).
Behavioral questions
Describe a security alert you managed.,How do you handle compliance tasks?,Share experience working with global teams.,How do you stay updated on cyber threats?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the core responsibilities for a Junior Cybersecurity Expert at thyssenkrupp?
- The Junior Cybersecurity Expert at thyssenkrupp will support the protection of global IT infrastructure by operating, monitoring, and improving key security controls. This includes managing daily security operations, responding to alerts, operating security solutions, assisting with firewall reviews, and contributing to documentation and compliance efforts.
- What specific technologies are mandatory for the Junior Cybersecurity Expert role at thyssenkrupp?
- For the Junior Cybersecurity Expert position at thyssenkrupp, practical experience with at least two of the following technologies is mandatory: Microsoft Endpoint Detection & Response (Microsoft Defender for Endpoint / EDR), Darktrace (enterprise threat detection / NDR), or Check Point Firewall (operations, monitoring, rule reviews).
- Does thyssenkrupp offer remote work for the Junior Cybersecurity Expert position?
- No, the Junior Cybersecurity Expert role at thyssenkrupp requires working from the office at least two days per week, indicating a hybrid work arrangement.
- What kind of collaboration is expected for the Junior Cybersecurity Expert at thyssenkrupp?
- The Junior Cybersecurity Expert at thyssenkrupp is expected to collaborate closely with global IT Security and Infrastructure stakeholders, as well as with global IT, infrastructure, and security teams to ensure a stable, secure, and compliant IT environment.
- Are certifications required for the Junior Cybersecurity Expert role at thyssenkrupp?
- Entry-level cybersecurity or cloud certifications such as Security+, SC-900, AZ-900, or ISO 27001 basics are considered 'Nice-to-Have' qualifications for the Junior Cybersecurity Expert role at thyssenkrupp, but not strictly mandatory.
- What is the experience level sought for the Junior Cybersecurity Expert position at thyssenkrupp?
- thyssenkrupp is looking for candidates with 1-3 years of experience in IT security, IT infrastructure, or a related technical role for their Junior Cybersecurity Expert position.
- How can I apply for the Junior Cybersecurity Expert job at thyssenkrupp?
- To apply for the Junior Cybersecurity Expert position at thyssenkrupp, you should tailor your resume to highlight relevant experience and skills, especially in cybersecurity and IT infrastructure. The contact person for recruitment is Vinit Poojary at tkmits-in-recruitment@thyssenkrupp-materials.com.