Senior SOC (Tier 3) Cyber Security Consultant

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; IDR 1.005.361.000 - 1.508.043.000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a Senior SOC (Tier 3) Cyber Security Consultant based in Jakarta. You will lead major security incident investigations and play a crucial role in developing and implementing advanced detection and response tools. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Information Security or Computer Science, along with 3-5+ years of experience in security operations and relevant certifications. This role offers an opportunity to mentor junior analysts and improve SOC processes.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in security operations, incident response, or a related field.
• Track record of leading complex investigations.
• Related Certification such as GIAC, GCIA, GCFA, CISSP, OSCP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations into major security incidents.
• Conduct proactive threat hunting activities.
• Develop and implement detection and response tools.
• Perform deep-dive forensic analysis.
• Mentor and train Tier 1 and Tier 2 analysts.
• Collaborate with threat intelligence teams.
• Continuously improve SOC processes.
• Prepare detailed incident reports.
• Participate in incident response calls.
• Lead post-incident reviews.

Skills

Proficient in SIEM tools such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel

Expert-level knowledge of security monitoring tools

Advanced understanding of cyber threat intelligence and TTPs

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Experience developing and improving SOC processes

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Security/Computer Science/Information Technology

Job description

Senior SOC (Tier 3) - Cyber Security Consultant

Location: Jakarta

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: Jan 28, 2026

Requisition ID: 1680049

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead investigations into major security incidents and data breaches, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders as necessary.
• Conduct proactive threat hunting activities using advanced analytics and threat intelligence.
• Develop and implement advanced detection and response tools, rules, and automation.
• Perform deep-dive forensic analysis on affected systems and networks.
• Mentor and train Tier 1 and Tier 2 analysts on advanced security concepts and incident response techniques.
• Collaborate with threat intelligence teams to contextualize and operationalize threat data.
• Continuously assess and improve SOC processes, technologies, and detection methodologies.
• Prepare detailed incident reports and executive summaries for management and stakeholders.
• Participate and/or lead incident response calls.
• Participate in and lead post-incident reviews and lessons-learned sessions.
• Contribute to tabletop exercises and incident response simulations.
• Support compliance and audit activities as required.

Skills and attributes for success:

• Proficient in SIEM tools such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, etc
• Expert-level knowledge of security monitoring tools, threat analysis, and digital forensics.
• Advanced understanding of cyber threat intelligence and TTPs (tactics, techniques, procedures).
• Ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional response teams under pressure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical and executive audiences.
• Experience developing and improving SOC processes and technologies.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Security/ Computer Science/ Information Technology or any other relevant courses
• 3–5+ years in security operations, incident response, or a related cybersecurity field, with a track record of leading complex investigations.
• Related Certification such as GIAC, GCIA, GCFA, CISSP, OSCP are highly preferred.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please apply as soon as possible.

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