Network Security Architect

Title: Firewall & Automation Architect Duration: Minimum 1-year contract engagement Possible Extension Location: Chennai, Bangalore, Coimbatore, Hyderabad (Work from Office). Other locations: Hybrid model with a minimum of 3 days per week from the nearest office. Overview We are supporting a strategic banking client initiative and are seeking a senior Architect-level professional to join the Engineering Architecture team. This role will drive the alignment of firewall engineering, automation, and development practices while supporting the organization's transition toward modern and open-source security technologies. Key Responsibilities Provide architectural leadership for firewall and network security platforms. Define and drive automation strategies across firewall operations and engineering functions. Align development and automation initiatives with the broader Engineering Architecture roadmap. Lead the evaluation and adoption of open-source firewall technologies and related secur...