Senior SOC (Tier 3) - Cyber Security Consultant

Tier 3 SOC Analyst position

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead investigations into major security incidents and data breaches, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders as necessary.
• Conduct proactive threat hunting activities using advanced analytics and threat intelligence.
• Develop and implement advanced detection and response tools, rules, and automation.
• Perform deep-dive forensic analysis on affected systems and networks.
• Mentor and train Tier 1 and Tier 2 analysts on advanced security concepts and incident response techniques.
• Collaborate with threat intelligence teams to contextualize and operationalize threat data.
• Continuously assess and improve SOC processes, technologies, and detection methodologies.
• Prepare detailed incident reports and executive summaries for management and stakeholders.
• Participate and/or lead incident response calls.
• Participate in and lead post-incident reviews and lessons-learned sessions.
• Contribute to tabletop exercises and incident response simulations.
• Support compliance and audit activities as required.

Skills and attributes for success:

• Proficient in SIEM tools such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, etc
• Expert-level knowledge of security monitoring tools, threat analysis, and digital forensics.
• Advanced understanding of cyber threat intelligence and TTPs (tactics, techniques, procedures).
• Ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional response teams under pressure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical and executive audiences.
• Experience developing and improving SOC processes and technologies.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Security/ Computer Science/ Information Technology or any other relevant courses
• 3–5+ years in security operations, incident response, or a related cybersecurity field, with a track record of leading complex investigations.
• Related Certification such as GIAC, GCIA, GCFA, CISSP, OSCP are highly preferred.