Cybersecurity Analyst / Engineer - Security Operations Centre (SOC)
- Country: South Africa
- Location: Remote
- Sector: Security Engineers / Consultants
- Daily Rate: $140 per day
- Job Type: Contract
- Technologies: Cybersecurity, Security Operations Centre (SOC), Azure, Remote
Overview
Our client offers a long-term contract opportunity for a Cybersecurity Engineer / Analyst to work remotely or in a hybrid setup with a global market leader. The initial contract duration is 12 months, with potential extensions. Candidates should be willing to work according to GMT hours.
Key Responsibilities
Cybersecurity Engineering
- Manage, administer, and maintain security devices daily to ensure operational effectiveness.
- Resolve security device failures and troubleshoot issues with OEM support.
- Research cybersecurity technologies and stay updated on trends and standards.
- Advise on technical aspects of cybersecurity solution development and integration, including infrastructure changes.
Cybersecurity Analysis
- Support processes related to the Security Operations Framework and manage SLAs with MSSPs.
- Manage security incidents and coordinate resolution with security teams and RSOs.
- Analyze reports and metrics to support SOC operations; recommend remediation actions.
- Coordinate vulnerability remediation with RSOs.
- Ensure MSSP incident responses align with company policies and incident severity.
- Proactively prevent or escalate security incidents.
- Participate in activities to enhance the organization's cybersecurity posture.
Requirements
- Industry certifications in Information Security, Cybersecurity, and Cloud Security.
- Certifications in Cloud Platforms (AWS, Microsoft Azure).
- Knowledge of Business Process Management Methodologies (e.g., BPM, SDLC, ITIL, DevOps, COBIT).
- At least 3 years of experience in Cybersecurity Operations.
- At least 3 years of experience working with MSSPs.
- Understanding of application development from planning to deployment.
- Experience managing Cloud platform security.
Desirable Skills
- IT technical/professional knowledge.
- Cybersecurity industry knowledge.
- Experience with Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender.
- Knowledge of Vulnerability Management tools like Qualys.
- Experience with CyberArk, Identity & Access Management.
- Programming skills in Python, C++, Java, or scripting languages.
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