Cyber Security Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced SOC Lead with 4 to 8 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity, specializing in threat detection, incident management, you will be responsible for overseeing the operation and performance of our Security Operations Center, ensuring efficient threat monitoring, detection, and response for multiple client organizations. You will manage and guide a team of L1, L2, and L3 analysts while maintaining high service standards, meeting SLAs, and ensuring client satisfaction. Key Responsibilities: ? Manage the day-to-day operations of the Security Operations Center (SOC), overseeing the efforts of L1, L2, and L3 analysts to ensure effective incident detection, investigation, and response. ? Ensure continuous improvement of SOC processes, with a focus on enhancing threat detection, incident response times, and automation capabilities. ? Serve as the primary point of contact for client security incidents, providing guidance and managing reporting, incident resolution, and improvement strategies. ? Monitor and ensure service-level agreements (SLAs) are met consistently, ensuring that clients receive exceptional, timely security services. ? Prepare and present regular client reports on incident analysis, threat trends, and operational performance. ? Carryout the incident response activities, including the development and execution of response plans, to mitigate threats and limit impact on clients. ? Fostering a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and excellence within the SOC. ? Drive the development of security policies, procedures, and incident response frameworks to ensure best practices and compliance with industry standards. ? Collaborate with other cybersecurity teams and leadership to align security operations with broader business goals and initiatives. ? Skills & Qualifications: ? 4 to 8 years of professional experience in cybersecurity, managing a Security Operations Center or a similar security function. ? Understanding of SOC operations, threat intelligence, incident management, SIEM tools, and security frameworks. ?Interested in managing and mentoring cybersecurity teams, with a focus on developing junior and mid-level analysts and enhancing team performance. ? Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with clients, explain complex security incidents, and deliver high-level reports and recommendations. ? Hands-on experience with security tools (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection) and an in-depth understanding of cybersecurity vulnerabilities and mitigation techniques. ? Familiarity with compliance regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, and NIST frameworks. ? Relevant certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, or similar, are highly preferred. ? Strong problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to threat detection and incident response. Preferred Certification* 1. CEH ? (Certified Ethical Hacker) 2. CSA ? (EC Council Certified SOC Analyst 3. CISCO Certified CyberOps Associate 4. CompTIA Security+