Security SOC Lead

3 months ago

Bryanston, South Africa Galeboe Professional Services Full time

**Job Overview**:
We are seeking an experienced **Security Operations Center (SOC) Lead** to manage and oversee our SOC team. The SOC Lead will be responsible for the operational security of the organization, ensuring that threats are detected, investigated, and mitigated swiftly. This role requires expertise in leading a team of security analysts and engineers, managing security incidents, and improving security posture through continuous monitoring and advanced threat detection strategies.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Lead the Security Operations Center, managing a team of security analysts and engineers to monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents.
- Develop and maintain security incident response processes and playbooks.
- Configure and optimize **Microsoft Sentinel** and **Defender XDR** for advanced threat detection and response.
- Ensure proper log collection, correlation, and alerting using SIEM and XDR tools.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to resolve security incidents and implement preventive measures.
- Analyze and report on security incidents and vulnerabilities, recommending improvements to security processes and policies.
- Design and implement proactive measures to enhance the overall security posture of the organization.
- Stay up-to-date with emerging threats and technologies to continuously improve SOC capabilities.

**Skills & Qualifications Required**:
**Experience & Certifications**:

- Proven experience of **5+ years** in a **SOC Lead** or **SOC Manager** role.
- In-depth experience managing and configuring **SIEM** platforms, with specific expertise in **Microsoft Sentinel** for real-time threat detection and analysis.
- Expertise in deploying and managing **Microsoft Defender XDR** for extended detection and response.
- **SC 100 (Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect)** certification - demonstrating advanced knowledge of security architecture design and strategy.
- **SC 200 (Microsoft Security Operations Analyst)** certification - experience in handling security operations and managing threat responses.
- **SC 300 (Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator)** certification - focused on securing identity and access management solutions.
- **Azure Solutions Architect Expert** certification - demonstrating proficiency in designing and managing secure Azure cloud infrastructures.
- Hands-on experience in security incident management, threat hunting, and vulnerability management.
- Familiarity with cloud security frameworks and best practices, specifically in **Microsoft Azure** environments.

**Additional Skills**:

- Strong knowledge of security threat intelligence, attack vectors, and mitigation techniques.
- Experience in **SIEM architecture** design and optimization, particularly for cloud environments.
- Proficiency in scripting and automation for security processes (e.g., PowerShell, Python).
- Advanced knowledge of **log correlation**, **security monitoring**, and incident detection techniques.
- Ability to design and implement SOC workflows, playbooks, and automation strategies.

**Soft Skills**:

- Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor and guide junior team members.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present security risks and mitigation strategies to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure during incident response.

**Educational Background**:

- **Bachelor’s Degree** in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.

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