SOC Lead Engineer

2 days ago

Bengaluru India Versa Networks Full time

Job Description SOC Lead Engineer Location: Bangalore Experience: 8- 15 YRS Job Summary The SOC Lead Engineer is responsible for overseeing the Security Operations Center team, ensuring 24/7 monitoring, detection, analysis, and response to security threats. This role involves managing incident response processes, optimising security tools, and leading a team of security analysts to protect the organisation's assets from cyber threats. Key Responsibilities 1. SOC Operations Management - Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the Security Operations Center. - Oversee threat monitoring, detection, analysis, and incident response activities. - Ensure efficient triage, investigation, and remediation of security incidents. - Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and best practices. - Monitor security dashboards and logs to identify potential threats. 2. Incident Response & Threat Management - Lead the investigation and resolution of security incidents. - Develop and implement incident response playbooks. - Conduct root cause analysis and recommend improvements. - Collaborate with internal teams and external partners on threat intelligence sharing. - Perform post-incident reviews to enhance response effectiveness. - Work closely with the infrastructure security team for threat mitigation. 3. Security Tools & Technology Optimization - Manage and optimize SOC tools including SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, and threat intelligence platforms. - Work with IT teams to improve security logging, correlation, and automation. - Ensure timely updates and patching of security tools and systems. - Evaluate and recommend new security technologies. 4. Team Leadership & Development - Supervise and mentor SOC analysts, providing guidance and technical expertise. - Conduct regular training and upskilling sessions for SOC personnel. - Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for SOC performance. - Foster a culture of continuous improvement and cybersecurity awareness. 5. Compliance & Risk Management - Ensure compliance with industry regulations such as NIST, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, GDPR, etc. - Conduct security risk assessments and gap analysis. - Maintain documentation and reporting for audits and compliance requirements. - Work with the risk management team to develop mitigation strategies. Required Qualifications & Skills Technical Skills - Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and best practices. - Hands-on experience with SIEM (e.g., Wazuh, Splunk, QRadar), EDR/XDR, IDS/IPS, and firewall technologies. - Proficiency in incident response, threat hunting, and forensic analysis. - Familiarity with scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, etc.). - Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus. Soft Skills - Strong leadership and team management abilities. - Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. - Effective communication and reporting skills. - Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Education & Experience - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field. - 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 2 years in a SOC lead role. - Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, GCIH, or equivalent preferred. Work Schedule & Additional Information - Availability for on-call support as needed. - Shift flexibility to support a 24/7 SOC environment. - Occasional travel for training, conferences, or incident response coordination

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