SOC Lead

Teladoc Health, Inc.; India; Remote; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Teladoc Health, Inc. is seeking a SOC Lead to oversee day-to-day operations of the Security Operations Center, guiding analysts and ensuring effective detection, response, and mitigation of cyber threats. You will manage incidents, optimize SIEM, and shape the SOC's strategic direction.

Ideal candidates have 5–8 years in cybersecurity with 2–3 years in SOC and 1–2 years in leadership, plus hands-on SIEM and incident response experience, preferably in SOC or MSSP settings.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years in cybersecurity with 2–3 years in SOC and 1–2 years in leadership.
• Hands-on SIEM configuration, incident response, and threat hunting.
• Experience in SOC/MSSP environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operational Oversight: Supervise daily SOC operations, including monitoring, incident detection, and response activities, ensuring 24/7 coverage.
• Incident Management: Lead investigation, triage, and resolution of security incidents with analysts and external teams.
• SIEM Optimization: Oversee configuration, tuning, and maintenance of SIEM platforms to enhance detection.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and guide SOC analysts and engineers with technical direction and performance feedback.
• Threat Intelligence Utilization: Integrate threat intel feeds to enhance detection rules and response strategies.
• Process Improvement: Develop and implement SOC processes, SOPs to ensure efficient operations.
• Reporting and Metrics: Generate reports on incident trends and SOC metrics for stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Work with network ops, cloud security, and compliance teams.
• Automation and Scripting: Promote Python/PowerShell automation to streamline tasks.
• Escalation Point: Serve as primary escalation for complex incidents.
• Training and Development: Facilitate training sessions to upskill the team.

Skills

SIEM architecture

Incident response

Cloud security

Python/PowerShell scripting

Leadership / mentoring

Security analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Master’s degree or relevant certifications preferred

Tools

SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk)

CrowdStrike / Carbon Black

AWS / Azure / GCP security

EDR tools

Job description

Job Overview

Join the team leading the next evolution of virtual care. At Teladoc Health, you are empowered to bring your true self to work while helping millions of people live their healthiest lives. Here you will be part of a high-performance culture where colleagues embrace challenges, drive transformative solutions, and create opportunities for growth. Together, we’re transforming how better health happens.

Job Overview: The SOC Lead is a senior member of the Security Operations Center (SOC) team, responsible for overseeing day-to‑day operations, guiding SOC analysts, and ensuring effective detection, response, and mitigation of cyber threats. This role involves managing security incidents, optimizing Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems, and contributing to the strategic direction of the SOC. The SOC Lead will act as a technical and operational leader, ensuring seamless coordination within the team and alignment with organizational security objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Oversight: Supervise daily SOC operations, including monitoring, incident detection, and response activities, ensuring 24/7 coverage and timely resolution of security alerts.
• Incident Management: Lead the investigation, triage, and resolution of security incidents, coordinating with analysts, SIEM engineers, and external teams as needed.
• SIEM Optimization: Oversee the configuration, tuning, and maintenance of SIEM platforms to enhance threat detection and reduce false positives.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and guide SOC analysts and engineers, providing technical direction, training, and performance feedback to improve team capabilities.
• Threat Intelligence Utilization: Integrate and leverage threat intelligence feeds to enhance detection rules, correlation logic, and incident response strategies.
• Process Improvement: Develop, refine, and implement SOC processes, playbooks, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent and efficient operations.
• Reporting and Metrics: Generate and review reports on incident trends, SIEM performance, and SOC metrics, presenting findings to the SOC Manager and other stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other IT and security teams, including network operations, cloud security, and compliance teams, to align SOC activities with organizational goals.
• Automation and Scripting: Promote and support the use of automation tools and scripts (e.g., Python, PowerShell) to streamline repetitive tasks and improve response times.
• Escalation Point: Serve as the primary escalation point for complex incidents, providing expertise and decision‑making during high‑severity events.
• Training and Development: Facilitate training sessions and knowledge‑sharing initiatives to upskill team members and promote certifications.

Skills and Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field. A Master’s degree or relevant certifications are preferred.

Experience

5-8 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 2-3 years in a SOC environment and 1-2 years in a leadership or supervisory role. Hands‑on experience with SIEM platforms and incident response processes. Prior experience in a Security Operations Center or Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) environment is highly desirable.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of SIEM architecture, log management, and event correlation.
• Proficiency in network security tools (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, EDR solutions like CrowdStrike, Carbon Black).
• Familiarity with cloud security platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their integration with SOC tools.
• Scripting skills in Python, PowerShell, or similar languages for automation and process optimization.
• Understanding of network protocols, TCP/IP, and enterprise security technologies.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills to guide and motivate SOC team members.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities to address complex security incidents.
• Effective communication skills for reporting and collaborating with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Ability to perform under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Certifications (Preferred)

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• CompTIA Security+
• GIAC Security Operations Certified (GSOC)

As part of our hiring process, we verify identity and credentials, conduct interviews (live or video), and screen for fraud or misrepresentation. Applicants who falsify information will be disqualified.

Why join Teladoc Health?

Teladoc Health is transforming how better health happens. Learn how when you join us in pursuit of our impactful mission. Chart your career path with meaningful opportunities that empower you to grow, lead, and make a difference. Join a multi‑faceted community that celebrates each colleague’s unique perspective and is focused on continually improving, each and every day. Contribute to an innovative culture where fresh ideas are valued as we increase access to care in new ways. Enjoy an inclusive benefits program centered around you and your family, with tailored programs that address your unique needs. Explore candidate resources with tips and tricks from Teladoc Health recruiters and learn more about our company culture by exploring #TeamTeladocHealth on LinkedIn.

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Mission

Our mission is to empower all people everywhere to live their healthiest lives.