Z2_Product Hardening Compliance Specialist
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About the role
Req ID: 379231
We are currently seeking a Z2_Product Hardening Compliance Specialist to join our team in Bangalore, Karnātaka (IN-KA), India (IN).
Experience: 3 – 6 Years
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Role Overview
We are looking for a Product Hardening Compliance Specialist with a solid understanding of secure configuration and hardening standards to support the implementation, validation, and governance of security hardening across Operating Systems, Network Devices, Databases, Virtualization, and Cloud Platforms.
This role will work closely with platform owners, infrastructure teams, security architects, and IT stakeholders to ensure that approved hardening benchmarks are implemented, compliance is measured, deviations are managed, and audit ready evidence is maintained in line with organizational security requirements.
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Key Responsibilities
Product Hardening Compliance
Support the implementation and governance of Product Hardening Compliance (PHC) across multiple technology domains.
Ensure systems are aligned with approved secure configuration benchmarks (e.g., CIS).
Validate hardening compliance results from configuration and posture management tools.
Track and manage deviations, exceptions, false positives, and remediation plans.
Ensure production systems are validated against defined compliance targets.
Technical Coordination
Collaborate with technical teams responsible for:
o Operating Systems (Windows, Linux – server client)
o Network Devices
o Databases
o Virtualization Cloud Platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure)
Support onboarding of platforms into hardening and compliance scanning processes.
Review scan outputs and ensure gaps are addressed with the right technical owners.
Governance, Reporting Audit Support
Maintain hardening compliance documentation and evidence.
Prepare compliance dashboards, scorecards, and status reports for stakeholders.
Support internal reviews, audits, and compliance assessments.
Ensure adherence to approved security standards and organizational policies.
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Required Skills
Technical Knowledge
Strong understanding of system, infrastructure, and product hardening concepts.
Working knowledge of CIS Benchmarks and secure configuration standards.
Familiarity with security configuration / compliance scanning tools (e.g., Qualys, CIS CAT, Wiz).
Ability to interpret security scan results and compliance reports.
Foundational knowledge of:
o OS security hardening
o Network security controls
o Cloud and virtualization security fundamentals
Compliance Coordination Skills
Experience in security compliance, governance, or control validation roles.
Strong stakeholder coordination across infrastructure and security teams.
Experience with deviation management, risk tracking, and compliance monitoring.
Clear and structured documentation and reporting skills.
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Preferred Skills
Experience working within Product Security, GRC, or Security Engineering programs.
Exposure to security frameworks (CIS, NIST, ISO 27001).
Experience supporting enterprise scale infrastructure environments.
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Educational Qualification
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science / Information Security / IT / Engineering or equivalent.
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Key Deliverables / KPIs
Validated Product Hardening Compliance across onboarded platforms
Accurate compliance dashboards and scorecards
Timely closure of deviations and exceptions
Audit ready evidence and documentation
Effective engagement with platform and IT stakeholders
About NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in RD.
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