Remote Cybersecurity Operations Consultant

Naukri Mitra; United States; Remote; USD 121,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary

Learning stipends

Flexible work anywhere

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Naukri Mitra is seeking a Remote Cybersecurity Operations Consultant to lead bold defense strategies, automate security operations, and drive threat-hunting initiatives across cloud, network, and endpoints. You will design resilient playbooks, mentor teams, and ensure continuous protection of critical infrastructure in a remote-first environment.

Responsibilities include leading incident response, refining detection capabilities, and advancing DevSecOps practices.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in threat modeling, attack vectors, and adversarial tactics.
• Experience configuring, maintaining, and analyzing SIEM logs and alerts
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework
• Experience with security configuration management (Ansible, Chef, etc.)
• Stellar communication skills to liaise across technical and non-technical stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Lead security operations and defense strategy across cloud, on-prem, and hybrid environments.
• Deploy and tune SIEM/SOAR platforms to automate threat detection and response.
• Create runbooks and knowledge bases for incident response and resilience.
• Collaborate with IT/DevOps to secure product development and deployments.
• Oversee cloud security, network hardening, and zero-trust reviews.
• Perform risk assessments and align with industry-specific compliance requirements.
• Prepare teams for security audits and ensure audit readiness 24/7.
• Drive automation and DevSecOps integrations in CI/CD pipelines.
• Continuously improve threat models using AI/ML risk scoring.

Skills

Threat modeling

SIEM logs

MITRE ATT&CK

Security config mgmt

Cross-functional comms

Tools

Splunk

QRadar

LogRhythm

Sumo Logic

Palo Alto

Fortinet

Check Point

AWS

Azure

GCP

Python

Bash

PowerShell

YAML

Nessus

Qualys

OpenVAS

Rapid7

MISP

ThreatConnect

Recorded Future

Kali Linux

Metasploit

Cuckoo Sandbox

Job description

Remote Cybersecurity Operations Consultant

Our Digital Odyssey: Where Innovation Meets Security

Imagine a digital galaxy where creativity leads, and security follows with a force field of innovation. That's our world. Born out of a quest to safeguard the future of online ecosystems, we've evolved into a remote-first powerhouse with tech-savvy rebels who thrive on challenges. From outsmarting cyber threats to building resilient digital defenses, we're not just protecting systems—we're revolutionizing cybersecurity. We believe tech should be fearless, fast, and fiercely secure. And that's where you come in. Our mission is not only to defend data but to reimagine the future of cybersecurity. We're a team fueled by curiosity and a commitment to push boundaries. With a flair for automation, an eye for threats, and a heart for digital transformation, we're rewriting the cybersecurity playbook.

Position Overview

As our Remote Cybersecurity Operations Consultant, your primary mission - should you accept it - is to lead bold cyber defense strategies, automate security operations, and make threat actors wish they had chosen a different career. You'll become a vital pillar in helping organizations secure their critical infrastructure while shaping security strategies that evolve with a rapidly transforming tech landscape.

Key Impact Areas

Cloud Security Chaos Threat Detection Dilemmas Compliance Quests Risk Assessment Riddles Identity & Access Mysteries Insider Threat Sagas Security Awareness Crusades

Core Responsibilities and Deliverables

• Security Operations Leadership Design and oversee robust cybersecurity protocols that empower proactive defense
• Deploy and fine-tune SIEM/SOAR platforms for threat response automation
• Create playbooks and knowledge bases to guide response teams
• Collaborate with IT and DevOps teams to ensure secure product development
• Cloud & Network Security Mastery Defend public, private, and hybrid cloud infrastructures using next-gen tools
• Harden network perimeters and conduct security reviews of VPNs and zero-trust architectures
• Evaluate and deploy endpoint protection systems
• Risk & Compliance Strategy Conduct security risk assessments tailored to industry-specific threats
• Map compliance frameworks to internal controls
• Prepare teams for audits and ensure audit readiness 24/7
• Keep policies updated to reflect regulatory changes across jurisdictions
• Incident Response Expertise Lead breach simulations and tabletop exercises
• Act as a first responder and triage master in real-world incidents
• Implement post-incident feedback loops and forensic reviews
• Document lessons learned and update security protocols accordingly
• Innovation & Automation Develop and test automation scripts to handle detection, alerts, and response scenarios
• Create custom integrations with threat intel feeds and third-party APIs
• Champion DevSecOps principles in CI/CD pipelines
• Optimize threat models using AI-enhanced analysis and ML-based risk scoring

Skills and Knowledge Areas

• Strong foundation in threat modeling, attack vectors, and adversarial tactics
• Experience configuring, maintaining, and analyzing SIEM logs and alerts
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework
• Experience with security configuration management (Ansible, Chef, etc.)
• Stellar communication skills to liaise across technical and non-technical stakeholders

Ideal Personality Traits

• Naturally curious and innovation-driven with a passion for continuous learning
• Adaptable and cool-headed under pressure
• Creative problem solver who loves tinkering with new tools and scripting automation
• Detail-oriented with the instincts of a digital detective
• Bold visionary unafraid to challenge the status quo
• Witty, team-oriented, and enthusiastic about sharing memes in Slack

Compensation and Remote Work Perks

• Annual Salary: $134,962
• Annual learning stipends for certification courses, webinars, and conference access
• Flexible work-from-anywhere lifestyle: home, co-working hub, beach, spaceship (we're flexible!)
• Full-spectra medical, dental, and vision coverage designed to support your wellness and that of your loved ones
• Tech gear budget to build your ultimate work-from-home command center
• Monthly virtual hangouts, game nights, and security trivia battles

Tools, Platforms, and Technologies

• SIEM Platforms: Splunk, QRadar, LogRhythm, Sumo Logic
• Firewalls: Palo Alto, Fortinet, Check Point
• Cloud Providers: AWS, Azure, GCP (Multi-cloud proficiency is gold)
• Scripting Languages: Python, Bash, PowerShell, YAML for config management
• Vulnerability Scanners: Nessus, Qualys, OpenVAS, Rapid7
• Threat Intel: MISP, ThreatConnect, Recorded Future
• Test Labs: Kali Linux, Metasploit, Cuckoo Sandbox

Published on: Apr 15, 2025

Careers Across the Globe: Professionals from the USA, Canada, United Kingdom, European Union, Australia, India, and multiple other countries are welcome to apply.