Senior Lead Zero Trust Micro Segmentation Engineer

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Network Security Engineer to drive S&P Global’s Cybersecurity Resilience and Segmentation initiatives. In this role, you will be a key technical engineer for Project Faraday, managing our global Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) strategy and zero-trust infrastructure. The ideal candidate possesses deep, hands-on expertise with Akamai Guardicore for advanced micro segmentation, Zscaler (ZIA and ZPA) platforms, and enterprise firewall technologies. This is a full-time, 100% onsite position located at our corporate facility in India.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Faraday Execution: Implement and own global micro-segmentation policies using Akamai Guardicore.
• SASE & Zero Trust Access: Deploy, configure, and manage Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) and Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) to enforce secure user access and web security.
• Micro segmentation & Access Control: Map network workflows into granular asset tags and enforces strict zero-trust containment profiles.
• Firewall Engineering: Deploy, optimize, and manage enterprise firewall technologies to secure corporate zone boundaries.
• Tier-3 Troubleshooting: Resolve complex routing, SASE, and network security faults using packet-level diagnostics.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience: 8+ years in Enterprise Networking and Network Security.
• Micro-segmentation: Proven, hands-on experience with Guardicore platforms.
• SASE Platforms: Deep operational engineering experience with Zscaler (ZIA and ZPA).
• Firewall Expertise: Technical engineering knowledge of enterprise firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet).
• Core Networking: Strong mastery of BGP, OSPF, DMZ design, and hybrid-cloud network security.
• Work Arrangement: Must work 100% onsite at our India office.

Preferred Certifications:

• Zscaler: Zscaler Certified Cloud Administrator (ZCCA) or Zscaler Certified Cloud Professional (ZCCP)

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: [email protected] and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.

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