Position Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient Senior Security
Operations Center (SOC) professional responsible for the engineering, optimization, and
maintenance of the tools and infrastructure used to protect the organization from cyber
threats
The Senior SOC Engineer will be responsible for the design, deployment, management,
and optimization of security tools and platforms. This role is critical in enhancing the
organization's threat detection, incident response, and threat hunting capabilities. The
ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in a wide range of security
technologies and a proven track record of building and improving SOC infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Security Tool Engineering \& Management:* Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of core security platforms,
including SIEM (Security Information and Event Management), EDR/XDR
(Endpoint Detection and Response/Extended Detection and Response), SOAR
(Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response), and Threat Intelligence
Platforms.* Develop and fine\-tune SIEM correlation rules, dashboards, and alerts to reduce
false positives and improve the effectiveness of threat detection.* Integrate new log sources and threat intelligence feeds into the SIEM and other
security tools.
Assess existing security controls, identify gaps, and recommend improvements to the overall security posture.
Advanced Threat Detection \& Hunting:* Develop and implement proactive threat hunting methodologies and queries to
identify undetected threats and anomalies across the network, endpoint, and
cloud environments.* Conduct in\-depth analysis of security logs and network traffic to identify
sophisticated attacks and adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, technologies, and industry best practices.
Incident Response \& Automation:* Develop, implement, and maintain incident response playbooks and procedures,
leveraging SOAR platforms to automate incident triage and response workflows.* Perform forensic analysis on compromised systems to determine the root cause,
scope, and impact of an incident.
Mentorship \& Leadership:* Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior SOC analysts and engineers.
the skills of the SOC team.* Contribute to the strategic direction of the SOC, including the evaluation of new
security technologies and the development of long\-term goals.
Required Qualifications
Experience:* Minimum 5 years of experience in a Security Operations Center, with a minimum
of 3 years in a senior or engineering\-focused role.* Proven hands\-on experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, IBM QRadar,
Microsoft Sentinel, or Elastic Stack.* Extensive experience with EDR/XDR solutions (e.g., CrowdStrike, Microsoft
Defender for Endpoint, SentinelOne).* Familiarity with cloud security concepts and experience securing environments in
AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Technical Skills:* Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and models such as MITRE
ATT\&CK, NIST* Excellent problem\-solving skills and the ability to think critically in high\-pressure
situations.* High attention to detail and a proactive approach to security.
Education \& Certifications:* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity,
or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.* Relevant industry certifications such as GIAC certifications (GCIH, GCFA, GCTI),
OSCP, CISSP, or vendor\-specific certifications (e.g., Splunk Certified Architect)
are highly desirable.
Soft Skills:* Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex
technical information to both technical and non\-technical audiences.* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast\-paced, dynamic
environment.* High attention to detail and a proactive approach to security.
Updated Date
27\-05\-2026
Job ID
Job\_304281
Practice
Cyber Security
Location
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Experience
5 \- 10 Years
Employee Type
Full Time Employee
Salary Range
INR 1200000 \- 1500000 (Annual)
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