Lead Cyber Security Engineer

Job Overview: We are seeking a proactive and skilled Lead Cyber Security Engineer to join our expanding team. This role is ideal for someone with strong leadership attributes who can help build and enhance our Security Operations Center (SOC). You will play a critical role in developing processes, metrics, and integration strategies, focusing on blue team activities to ensure our cyber defense capabilities are robust and effective.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Building: Collaborate with leadership to shape and grow the cyber defense team, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Data Source Management: Evaluate and optimize data sources that feed into the SOC. Create processes and metrics to assess and enhance the effectiveness of the program.
• Technology Leadership: Lead the implementation and ongoing improvement of the SWORD automation platform, specifically within the Palo Alto Cortex X ecosystem.
• Documentation & Integration: Read and interpret technical documentation, and oversee the integration of various platforms to improve SOC functionalities.
• Metrics Development: Work closely with SWORD teams to design metrics for the SOC that leverage our SWORD platform, ensuring alignment with operational goals.
• Management Functions: Establish and manage functions around the SOC technology stack to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Testing & Evaluation: Utilize Pentera and other tools to continuously test and assess SOC capabilities, ensuring readiness against potential threats.
• Collaboration: Engage with detection teams (remote) and on-premises teams (desktop engineering, networking, and systems engineering) to ensure seamless operations and effective incident response.

Qualifications:

• 5-7+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on blue team operations.
• Proven leadership skills, with a capacity to motivate and guide a team.
• Experience with SOC processes, data source management, and performance metrics development.
• Familiarity with SWORD automation platforms and Palo Alto Cortex X.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Local candidates are preferred, but exceptional remote candidates may be considered for in-person meetings.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to shape and lead a dynamic team.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

If you are passionate about cybersecurity and are ready to take on a leadership role in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply for the Lead Cyber Security Engineer position.