Chubb

Email Security Engineer

In short

An early-career Email Security Engineer role at Chubb India (Hyderabad, hybrid) supporting administration and tuning of the enterprise Proofpoint email security platform (Email Protection, TAP, TRAP, Tessian) against phishing, malware, BEC, and spam. The role involves managing DLP policies, email authentication (SPF/DKIM/DMARC), SIEM/SOAR integration, and collaborating with infrastructure teams on mail flow. Requires 6 years of overall experience with 2-3 years in email security or cybersecurity operations, foundational knowledge of SMTP and email protocols, and familiarity with log analysis tools; certifications and scripting skills are a plus.

About Chubb
Chubb is a world leader in insurance. With operations in 54 countries and territories, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. The company is defined by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength and local operations globally. Parent company Chubb Limited is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CB) and is a component of the S&P 500 index. Chubb employs approximately 40,000 people worldwide.
About Chubb India
At Chubb India, we are on an exciting journey of digital transformation driven by a commitment to engineering excellence and analytics. With a team of over 2500 talented professionals, we foster a startup mindset that promotes collaboration, diverse perspectives, and a solution-driven attitude. We are dedicated to building expertise in engineering, analytics, and automation, empowering our teams to excel in a dynamic digital landscape.
Position Details
•Job Title: Email Security Engineer
•Function/Department: Support
•Location: Hyderabad
•Employment Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Chubb seeks an Email Security Engineer to support the administration and continuous improvement of the enterprise email security platform. Working under the guidance of senior engineers and reporting to this early-career role, the position contributes to protecting the organization against phishing, malware, and spam; assists in implementing data loss prevention rules across inbound and outbound email channels; and develops hands-on expertise across Proofpoint products.
Key Responsibilities
•Assist in the administration and maintenance of Proofpoint Email Protection, TAP (Targeted Attack Protection), TRAP, Tessian, and related modules in a large enterprise environment.
•Support the design, implementation, and tuning of email filtering policies, sandboxing rules, and URL defense configurations to reduce false positives while maximizing threat detection.
•Help manage Proofpoint DLP policies for outbound email, including classification rules, dictionaries, and incident response workflows, under senior engineer oversight.
•Monitor threat dashboards and telemetry; escalate and assist in the investigation of email-borne threats including BEC, phishing campaigns, and malware delivery.
•Support integration of Proofpoint with SIEM, SOAR, and ticketing platforms (e.g., Splunk, ServiceNow).
•Assist in maintaining email authentication standards: SPF, DKIM, and DMARC — including monitoring and enforcement activities.
•Collaborate with infrastructure and messaging teams on mail flow architecture, MTA routing, and relay configurations.
•Contribute to the development and maintenance of runbooks, standard operating procedures, and technical documentation.
•Support security awareness programs by pulling phishing simulation data and end-user reporting metrics from Proofpoint Security Awareness Training (PSAT).
•Assist with vendor coordination activities, including tracking license renewals and preparing notes for platform roadmap discussions.
•Stay current with threat intelligence feeds, Proofpoint release notes, and industry best practices to support continuous improvement efforts.
•6 years of overall experience and minimum 2-3 years of experience in email security, cybersecurity operations, or a related technical role; internship or academic project experience considered.
•Foundational understanding of SMTP, MX records, TLS, and email header analysis.
•Basic awareness of email authentication standards: SPF, DKIM, and DMARC.
•Familiarity with the email threat landscape: phishing, BEC, malware delivery, and account compromise.
•Exposure to log analysis or query tools (Splunk, Elastic, or equivalent); willingness to develop proficiency.
•Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and a desire to learn in a fast-paced environment.
•Any hands-on exposure to Proofpoint, Tessian, or similar email security platforms.
•Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Google Cybersecurity Certificate, or equivalent.
•Familiarity with Microsoft 365 or Exchange Online mail flow concepts.
•Basic scripting knowledge (Python or PowerShell) for reporting or automation tasks.
•Experience in a regulated industry (insurance, financial services, or healthcare) is advantageous.
Preferred Qualifications
•Any hands-on exposure to Proofpoint, Tessian, or similar email security platforms.
•Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Google Cybersecurity Certificate, or equivalent.
•Familiarity with Microsoft 365 or Exchange Online mail flow concepts.
•Basic scripting knowledge (Python or PowerShell) for reporting or automation tasks.
•Experience in a regulated industry (insurance, financial services, or healthcare) is advantageous.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
•Eager to learn and develop technical expertise under mentorship from senior engineers.
•Strong written and verbal communication skills for documenting technical processes clearly.
•Good organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
•Collaborative team player who works effectively across time zones and with diverse teams.
•Demonstrates commitment to accuracy, security best practices, and continuous improvement.
Employee Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including:
•Savings and Investment plans: Corporate NPS (National Pension Scheme), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP), Retiral Benefits and Car Lease.
•Upskilling and career growth opportunities: Education Reimbursement Programs, Certification programs, and access to global learning programs.
•Health and Welfare Benefits: hybrid work environment, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Yearly Free Health campaigns, and comprehensive Insurance benefits.
Application Process
•Step 1: Submit your application via the Chubb Careers Portal.
•Step 2: Engage with the recruitment team for an initial discussion.
•Step 3: Participate in HackerRank assessments/technical/functional interviews and assessments (if applicable).
•Step 4: Final interaction with Chubb leadership.

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