Cyber Security Consultant
Preferred Experience: SIEM, SOAR, XDR, PAM
Key Responsibilities:
Implement and operate cyber security solutions with a primary focus on SIEM/SOC and secondary on Endpoint/EDR products
Install and configure cyber security stacks from Palo Alto, IBM Security, Elastic, Trend Micro, and Delinea
Generate quality project documentation (requirement, design, implementation, configuration, use cases/playbooks, and operations)
Deliver solution demos and proofs of concept to customers
Engage in consultative discussions to articulate how solutions address business needs
Provide presales and architectural support, including scope of work, effort estimates, and Statements of Work
Perform remote and onsite troubleshooting of security solutions
Conduct knowledge transfer and handover sessions to operations teams
Develop scripts using Windows PowerShell, APIs, and command lines for security solution integration (nice-to-have skill)
Ability to develop code in at least one programming language (Java, C#, Python, etc.) (nice-to-have skill)
Lead client meetings to discover business processes, advise on technologies and gather requirements
Translate business processes and use cases into technical requirements, designs, and data mappings
Collaborate with vendor engineering and technical support teams to resolve issues
Provide security solution support under consulting managed support programs (Optimization & Support Services)
Offer guidance on security infrastructure, customization requirements, and system integrations
Requirements:
Degree in Computer Science, IT, Information Security, or related field (preferred)
5+ years of experience in Cyber Security solutions
3+ years of implementation and consulting experience in SIEM/SOC domain
2+ years of implementation and consulting experience in Endpoint/EDR domain
Experience with enterprise-level EDR and SIEM platforms
Strong knowledge of SIEM/SOC and Endpoint/EDR domains (must-have)
Prior experience with Cyber Security vendor solutions (advantageous)
Understanding of project management, technical skills, and strong presentation abilities
Security certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CCSP, CISM, CEH, CCSK (preferred)
Knowledge of Cyber Security standards and compliance (ISO 9000, NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, GDPR)
Microsoft and Linux platform administration experience
Technical experience in Microsoft/Linux hardening
Ability to quickly learn new cybersecurity technologies
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle challenging project situations
Experience in delivering projects under tight deadlines
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
70% project delivery, 30% presales support