Network Security Team Member , Security Services Group - Solution Service Development 2 Section , Enterprise Solution Development Department , Group Sales Division (GSD)

Job Description

This role supports the development and delivery of network security services for enterprise customers. Responsibilities may include gathering customer and market requirements, planning security solutions, coordinating with internal engineering and sales teams, evaluating technologies, preparing proposals, and supporting service launches. Candidates are expected to have practical knowledge of network security, firewalls, VPNs, cloud security, threat protection, or related infrastructure technologies. Experience in solution design, service development, systems integration, or technical consulting is advantageous. Strong communication, documentation, project coordination, and problem-solving skills are important. Business-level Japanese is likely required for customer and internal communication, while English may be useful in Rakuten's international environment.

Company Info

Rakuten Group, Inc. is a major Japanese technology and internet company headquartered in Tokyo. Founded in 1997, it operates a broad ecosystem covering e-commerce, fintech, mobile communications, digital content, travel, advertising, and professional technology services. Rakuten connects millions of consumers and businesses through its membership and loyalty platform, while its mobile and enterprise businesses provide communications, cloud, data, and digital solutions. The company has an international workforce and promotes collaboration across its many services and markets. This position sits within Rakuten's Group Sales Division and focuses on developing network security services and enterprise solutions. Employees may work with sales teams, engineers, customers, and technology partners to create secure and commercially viable services. Rakuten generally offers a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment, with opportunities to work on large-scale platforms and emerging digital technologies.

Destination Guide

Japan offers strong opportunities in software engineering, cybersecurity, cloud computing, telecommunications, manufacturing, finance, healthcare, tourism, and international business. Tokyo has the largest concentration of technology and corporate jobs, while Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, and Sapporo provide growing alternatives. Japanese workplace culture values punctuality, preparation, respect, teamwork, and careful communication, although global companies often use more flexible practices. Daily life is safe and convenient, with excellent public transport, reliable services, and varied food and entertainment. Housing and commuting costs are highest in Tokyo. Foreign professionals normally need an appropriate work visa, commonly the Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services visa; employers usually sponsor the application. Highly skilled professionals may qualify for preferential treatment or a faster route to permanent residence. New arrivals should arrange a residence card, local address registration, health insurance, pension enrollment, banking, and tax procedures. Learning practical Japanese greatly improves workplace and community integration.