AI-Enabled Network Security Lab Manager (Kochi)

We have an excellent opportunity with a global product-based cybersecurity company specializing in network security for Lab Manager Role.

Responsibilities:
- Maintain and enhance the firewall devices lab
- Configure and support LAN/WAN, routing, and network segments
- Install, configure, and manage multi-vendor firewalls (Checkpoint, Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, etc.)
- Drive AI-assisted workflows for troubleshooting, lab optimization, and knowledge management
- Build and maintain test setups for QA and automation teams
- Own the device certification process (install, upgrade, validation, documentation)
- Work closely with security vendors on recent versions, updates, and certifications
- Lead onboarding and integration of new devices
- Maintain lab inventory and environment visibility
- Troubleshoot lab issues (environments, licenses, upgrades)
- Define lab needs (HW, FW, cloud) and track priorities
- Act as a technical focal point and consultant for internal teams
- Identify and implement opportunities for automation and intelligent lab management

Position Requirements:
- 4+ years of experience in a similar role (Lab Manager / Network Engineer / NOC)
- Hands-on System/Network Administration experience (Linux)
- Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, routing, switching, DNS, HTTP, SMTP
- Experience with network hardware: routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers
- Good understanding of Prompt Engineering principals
- Familiarity with AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Cursor) for troubleshooting, automation, or scripting – must
- Proven ability to effectively use/develop skills
- Experience with at least 2 firewall vendors
- Experience with virtualization (VMware) – must
- Cloud experience (AWS/Azure) – must
- Scripting/automation mindset (Python/Bash) – advantage
- Experience in QA of network security products – advantage
- Robust troubleshooting skills, ownership, and ability to support multiple stakeholders Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.in/job/4mxyrz