Netskope Principal Engineer
- England
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead the deployment, configuration, and ongoing management of Netskope cloud security solutions.
- Design and implement effective security policies across multiple cloud platforms using Netskope.
- Monitor and respond to security alerts generated by Netskope and coordinate remediation efforts.
- Develop best practices and standard operating procedures for Netskope usage organization-wide.
- Collaborate with cloud architects, network engineers, and security teams to integrate Netskope with existing systems.
- Conduct threat analysis and risk assessments related to cloud applications and data using Netskope insights.
- Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis of security incidents involving Netskope.
- Manage upgrades, patching, and lifecycle of Netskope deployments.
- Stay updated on Netskope releases, features, and industry trends to continuously enhance the deployment.
- Mentor and provide training for security engineers on Netskope functionalities and cloud security principles.
- Produce documentation on system architecture, configurations, and workflow automation related to Netskope.
- Engage with Netskope support and professional services for issue resolution and strategic advice.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
- 10 + years of cybersecurity experience, with a minimum of 3 years hands-on work with Netskope solutions.
- Strong knowledge of Cloud Security, including CSPM, CASB, and Cloud Data Loss Prevention (DLP) for large environments (20k plus users).
- Expertise with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.
- Working knowledge of network security concepts, firewalls, proxies, VPN, and endpoint security.
- Experience scripting or programming for automation (Python, PowerShell, or similar).
- Familiarity with SIEM, SOAR tools, and incident response processes.
- Effective leadership, communication, and project management skills.
- Relevant certifications are a plus (e.g., CCSP, CISSP, Netskope Certified Security Professional).
- Industry Experience: Preferred for any Pharma, Bioscience, and/or other federally regulated industries
- Strong technical background: Deep understanding of cloud computing, networking, security principles, and data loss prevention.
- Proficiency in programming languages: Expertise in languages like C++, Go, or Python.
- Experience with distributed systems: Familiarity with technologies like Kafka, Spark, and Kubernetes.
- Proven track record: Demonstrated experience in designing, developing, and deploying complex software systems.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills: Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts, mentor team members, and collaborate across different teams.
- Leadership qualities: Ability to lead and influence technical teams, drive innovation, and make sound technical decisions.
- Problem-solving skills: Ability to identify and resolve complex technical issues, analyze performance bottlenecks, and optimize system performance.
- Knowledge of Netskope's product offerings: Familiarity with Netskope's cloud security platform, including SWG, DLP, and CASB.
- Experience integrating Netskope with identity providers (Okta, Azure AD).
- Knowledge of Zero Trust Security model.
- Ability to analyze logs and generate custom reports.
- Hands-on experience with JSON, REST APIs, and automation frameworks.