software engineer - security

Chennai full-time

Job description

The role involves assisting in vulnerability assessments, collaborating with various teams to remediate security issues, and supporting compliance initiatives. Required skills include 1-3 years of experience in cybersecurity, understanding of security principles and tools, and strong analytical skills.

Responsibility

  • Assist in vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security audits to identify and mitigate risks.
  • Collaborate with developers and infrastructure teams to remediate security issues in applications and infrastructure.
  • Support compliance and regulatory initiatives by aligning security best practices with standards such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, and GDPR.
  • Research and stay updated on emerging security threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices.
  • Document security policies, procedures, and assessment findings to improve internal security practices.

Qualifications

  • 1-3 years of experience in cybersecurity, security assessments, or related fields.
  • Basic understanding of security principles, including OWASP Top 10, network security, encryption, and familiarity with security tools such as Burp Suite, Wireshark, Nmap, and Metasploit.
  • Exposure to scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python, Bash, Java).
  • Experience working with Linux, Windows, and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is a plus.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Eagerness to learn, adapt, and collaborate in a fast-paced environment.

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Last Seen: 2025-03-07

Job Type: full-time

Location: Chennai

First Seen: 2025-02-11

Company Summary

Freshworks is a customer engagement software company offering innovative SaaS products like Freshdesk, Freshservice, and Freshsales. Founded in Chennai, India, in 2010, it simplifies business operations, enhances customer support, and drives user-friendly experiences. Now global, it’s recognized for its intuitive design and accessible customer service solutions.