Cloud Operations - Senior Specialist-Cyber Security-Engineering

EXL; Dadri; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

EXL is seeking a security analytics expert in India to join our threat intelligence team. You will leverage Microsoft Sentinel SIEM, UEBA, and KQL to detect threats, build detections, and automate response workflows.

The role requires scripting in PowerShell or Python, data analysis, and the ability to translate complex security data into clear insights for stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience with Sentinel data connectors, workbooks, and automation rules.
• Proficiency in UEBA concepts, anomaly detection, and threat modeling.
• Advanced skills in writing and optimizing KQL queries.
• Ability to translate data patterns into actionable insights.

Skills

Microsoft Sentinel SIEM Expertise

UEBA Proficiency

Kusto Query Language (KQL)

Scripting and Automation

Data Analysis and Interpretation

Job description

• Microsoft Sentinel SIEM Expertise: In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Sentinel SIEM platform features and capabilities Experience with Sentinel’s data connectors, workbooks, and automation rules.
• UEBA Proficiency: Understanding of UEBA concepts, including anomaly detection, behavioral baselines, and threat modeling and Ability to implement and fine-tune UEBA strategies to detect unusual or malicious behavior.
• Kusto Query Language (KQL): Advanced skills in writing and optimizing KQL queries to create effective alerts, detections, and dashboards and Experience with query performance tuning and complex data aggregation.
• Scripting and Automation: Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) for automating tasks and developing custom integrations and Knowledge of Sentinel’s automation and orchestration capabilities.
• Data Analysis and Interpretation: Ability to analyze and interpret complex security data and trends and Skills in developing actionable insights from data patterns and anomalies