Lead SIEM Engineer

KPMG-UnitedStates; Louisville (KY); Remote; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG is seeking a Lead SIEM Engineer to join their Cyber Operations team. This remote position involves managing security monitoring, incident response, and vulnerability management, requiring strong analytical skills and relevant cybersecurity experience. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and certifications like CISSP or CEH.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Well-being benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in cybersecurity operations.
• Relevant certifications include CISSP, CCSP, GSEC, GCIH, CEH.
• Experience with security monitoring and incident response.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily security monitoring and incident response activities.
• Lead threat monitoring and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Implement automation to enhance security processes.

Skills

Threat Detection

Incident Response

Vulnerability Management

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ServiceNow

SIEMs

Linux

Windows

Active Directory

Job description

Business Title : Lead SIEM Engineer Requisition Number : 117451 - 1 Function : Business Support Services

Area of Interest : State : AK

City : Anchorage

Description :

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax, and advisory services for organizations in today’s most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients, enabled by our culture that encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence, and supports our communities. Recognized as one of the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360, and others, we invite passionate individuals to join our team.

KPMG is currently seeking a Cyber Operations Content Development & Engineering professional to join our Enterprise Security Services organization. This is a remote work opportunity.

Responsibilities :

1. Manage and perform daily security monitoring and incident response activities, providing up to 24x7 coverage; identify opportunities for efficiencies and improvements.
2. Execute incident response, management, remediation, threat hunting, and forensic analysis; review security configurations and identify vulnerabilities.
3. Serve as a service owner or subject matter expert for security technologies; stay current with security controls and practices; facilitate internal skills development.
4. Lead threat monitoring, manage vulnerabilities, develop risk mitigation strategies, and incorporate learnings into security controls.
5. Implement automation and orchestration to enhance security processes; document procedures; develop security metrics and KPIs.
6. Oversee project work, manage deadlines and expectations, and mentor junior staff; may serve as a team leader.
7. Uphold integrity, professionalism, and a respectful work environment.

Qualifications :

1. Minimum five years of recent experience in cyber security operations, including threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and attack surface reduction.
2. Bachelor's degree preferred; relevant certifications include CISSP, CCSP, GSEC, GCIH, CEH, and others.
3. Experience with security monitoring, incident response, and related processes; familiarity with tools like ServiceNow, SIEMs, Linux, Windows, cloud security, Active Directory, and scripting/automation.
4. Excellent communication, collaboration, and analytical skills; experience in a matrixed environment and leading meetings.
5. Ability to contribute to resource planning and project estimation.

We comply with all local and state salary regulations. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401(k), and well-being benefits. Details are available on our careers site. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of protected categories. We encourage prompt applications as we recruit on a rolling basis. COVID-19 vaccination requirements vary by location and client mandates.