Network Security Lab Manager, India

At AlgoSec, what you do matters! AlgoSec helps the world’s leading organizations secure application connectivity across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Trusted by more than 2,200 global organizations, our platform delivers visibility, security policy management, risk reduction, and compliance automation across complex enterprise networks. As we continue to expand our cloud and enterprise business globally, we are looking forr a Network Security Lab Manager to own and evolve the company’s network security lab environment, supporting QA, automation, and R&D teams. The role includes driving modern,

AI-assisted lab operations to improve efficiency, scalability, and troubleshooting. This is an opportunity to join a profitable, growing cybersecurity company with strong market traction, a collaborative culture, and significant growth potential.

Reporting to: ASMS QA Group Lead

Location: Gurugram, India

What You’ll Do

• 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 new 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

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ 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 virtualisation (VMware) – must
• Cloud experience (AWS/Azure) – must
• Scripting/automation mindset (Python/Bash) – advantage
• Experience in QA of network security products – advantage
• Strong troubleshooting skills, ownership, and ability to support multiple stakeholders AlgoSec is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), committed to creating a friendly, diverse and inclusive company culture.