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 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 miniumum 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.
Why Join Us?
Be at the forefront of digital transformation in the insurance industry.
Lead impactful initiatives that simplify claims processing and enhance customer satisfaction.
Work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment.
Why Chubb?
Join Chubb to be part of a leading global insurance company!
Our constant focus on employee experience, along with a start-up-like culture, empowers you to achieve impactful results.
Industry leader: Chubb is a world leader in the insurance industry, powered by underwriting and engineering excellence
A Great Place to Work: Chubb India has been recognised as a Great Place to Work® for the years 2023-2024, 2024-2025 and 2025-2026
Laser focus on excellence: At Chubb, we pride ourselves on our culture of greatness, where excellence is a mindset and a way of being. We constantly seek new and innovative ways to excel at work and deliver outstanding results
Start-Up Culture: Embracing the spirit of a start-up, our focus on speed and agility enables us to respond swiftly to market requirements, while a culture of ownership empowers employees to drive results that matter
Growth and success: As we continue to grow, we are steadfast in our commitment to provide our employees with the best work experience, enabling them to advance their careers in a conducive environment
Employee Benefits
Our company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees’ health, well-being, and professional growth. Employees enjoy flexible work options, generous paid time off, and robust health coverage, including treatment for dental and vision-related requirements. We invest in the future of our employees through continuous learning opportunities and career advancement programs, while fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. Our benefits include:
Savings and Investment plans: We provide specialised benefits like Corporate NPS (National Pension Scheme), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP), Retiral Benefits and Car Lease that help employees optimally plan their finances
Upskilling and career growth opportunities: With a focus on continuous learning, we offer customised programs that support upskilling like Education Reimbursement Programs, Certification programs and access to global learning programs.
Health and Welfare Benefits: We care about our employees’ well-being in and out of work and have benefits like a hybrid work environment, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Yearly Free Health campaigns and comprehensive Insurance benefits.
Application Process
Our recruitment process is designed to be transparent and inclusive.
Step 1: Submit your application via the Chubb Careers Portal.
Step 2: Engage with our 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.
Join Us
With you, Chubb is better. Whether you are solving challenges on a global stage or creating innovative solutions for local markets, your contributions will help shape the future. If you value integrity, innovation, and inclusion, and are ready to make a difference, we invite you to be part of Chubb India’s journey.
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