Lead SOC Engineer (SIEM & SOAR)

CPX Security; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

CPX Security in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Lead Engineer – SOC (SIEM & SOAR) to manage Splunk SIEM/SOAR services, onboard log sources, and optimize telemetry within the SOC environment.

You will design playbooks, integrate with ServiceNow and threat intel, mentor junior engineers, and ensure Splunk performance and security are up to date.

Candidates should have 8+ years in SOC, certifications like Splunk, CISSP/GIAC, and cloud credentials.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in SOC operations with Splunk SIEM management.
• Experience onboarding log sources, telemetry optimization, and SOAR integration.
• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Splunk SIEM/SOAR management within the SOC environment.
• Onboard new log sources to the SIEM/SOAR platform with stakeholders.
• Maintain and govern Splunk log sources and integrations.
• Design SOAR Playbooks to enhance automation and orchestration.
• Collaborate with customers to diagnose issues and improve telemetry.
• Mentor junior SOC engineers.
• Provide reports on Splunk services and SOC operations.
• Contribute to SOC architecture strategy related to Splunk.

Skills

Splunk SPL mastery

Splunk Certified Architect

Splunk Certified Administrator

Python scripting

Cloud certifications

CISSP/GIAC

Networking CCNA/CCNP

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Cybersecurity

Tools

Forti SOAR

Splunk SOAR (Phantom)

Cortex XSOAR

ServiceNow

Cribl

Job description

Overview

The Lead Engineer – SOC (SIEM & SOAR) is a critical role responsible for delivering SIEM /SOAR management services, particularly focusing on Splunk SIEM and SOAR, within the Security Operations Center (SOC). This role encompasses working closely with the SOC Internal and external teams to facilitate onboarding new log sources, enhancing and optimizing telemetry, ensuring system updates, resolving issues, and maintaining SIEM performance, automation and orchestration, designing playbooks according to best practices achieved through SOAR Solution.

Responsibilities

Key Responosibilities

• Deliver Splunk SIEM /SOAR management services within the SOC environment.
• Collaborate with the asset owner, client stakeholder, and SOC, in onboarding new log sources to the SIEM/SOAR platform.
• Maintain and govern SOC critical log sources, ensuring their proper functionality and integration with Splunk SIEM /SOAR.
• Detect log source issues, coordinate with customers to diagnose and resolve them in a timely manner.
• Enhance and optimize telemetry within the Splunk environment to improve data collection, correlation, and reporting.
• Perform regular system updates to ensure Splunk functionality and security are up to date.
• Resolve Splunk-related issues promptly and efficiently.
• Proficiency in field extractions, data normalization, and CIM (Common Information Model) compliance.
• Maintain the performance of the Splunk SIEM /SOAR according to established best practices.
• Design SOAR Playbooks to enhance automation and orchestration of incidents.
• Connect SOAR with SIEM, ticketing systems (e.g., ServiceNow), threat intelligence platforms, and endpoint tools.
• Experience with platforms like Splunk SOAR (Phantom), Forti SOAR, or Cortex XSOAR.
• Participate in continuous process improvements to increase SOC efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide regular and accurate reports on Splunk services and SOC operations to relevant stakeholders.
• Contribute to SOC architecture strategy and implementation initiatives related to Splunk.
• Assist in the mentorship and development of junior SOC engineers.

Characteristics

• Profound knowledge and hands-on experience with Splunk SIEM/SOAR and other related technologies like CRIBL.
• Understanding of SOC workflows, MITRE ATT&CK framework, and threat detection methodologies.
• Ability to correlate data across multiple sources to identify patterns and anomalies.
• Strong understanding of cloud and network technologies, essential for efficient log source onboarding.
• Proven technical capabilities in a complex, fast-paced SOC environment.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot log source issues related to cloud and network infrastructures.
• Strong understanding of SOC operations, cybersecurity principles, and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a variety of team members, including interfacing with customers to resolve issues.
• High proficiency in written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

Skills/Certifications

• Splunk Certified Architect or Splunk Certified Administrator.
• Mastery of SPL (Search Processing Language) for complex queries, dashboards, and reports.
• Python scripting skills.
• Experience with platforms like Forti SOAR, Splunk SOAR (Phantom), Cortex XSOAR etc.
• Cloud-related certifications like AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Professional Cloud Architect, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), GIAC is preferred
• Networking certifications such as CCNA or CCNP are advantageous.

Minimum Work Experience

A minimum of 8 years of experience in SOC operations, with significant experience in Splunk SIEM management.

Prior experience in a technical role within a SOC or similar cybersecurity environment.

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.