Security Operations Center (SOC) Designer

Security Operations Center (SOC) Designer

Sprytech Ltd is an established cyber security and emerging technology company based in London, UK, founded by experienced technocrats having many years of industry experience across the globe. Sprytech has started an India office based in Mumbai and is working to establish an AI/ML driven cybersecurity and digital threat analytics centre to enhance the security of industry and government organisations.

A Security Operations Center (SOC) Designer plays a crucial role in the planning, development, and implementation of an organization's SOC. They are responsible for designing the architecture, processes, and technologies that enable effective security monitoring, detection, and response. The SOC Designer is responsible for architecting and implementing the Security Operations Center infrastructure, including the integration of security tools, technologies, processes, and workflows. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure the SOC meets the organization's security requirements and aligns with industry best practices. We are looking for a SOC designer and analyst to join our team to work on the newly set up SOC operations.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and portfolio of relevant projects to . Please include examples of previous work, such as GitHub repositories or published papers, if applicable.

Last date of application: 30th June 2024

Start Date: 1st August 2024

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect the overall SOC infrastructure, including hardware, software, and network components.
• Develop and maintain the SOC's layout, including physical and virtual configurations.
• Evaluate, select, and integrate security technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint protection systems.
• Ensure seamless integration of security tools and platforms to enable efficient data collection, analysis, and response.
• Develop and document SOC processes, procedures, and workflows for incident detection, analysis, and response.
• Establish and enforce best practices for security monitoring and incident management.
• Work closely with IT, network, and application teams to ensure SOC integration with existing systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define security requirements and ensure the SOC meets organizational needs.
• Identify and implement improvements to enhance the SOC's effectiveness and efficiency.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging security technologies and trends to keep the SOC at the forefront of cybersecurity.
• Ensure the SOC design complies with relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Develop and maintain documentation to support compliance and audit requirements.
• Develop training materials and conduct workshops to ensure the SOC team is well-equipped to handle security incidents.

Skills and Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of security technologies, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, endpoint protection, and threat intelligence platforms.
• Experience with network architecture, operating systems, and security protocols.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing SOC infrastructures.
• Ability to develop detailed architectural diagrams and documentation.
• Strong analytical skills to design solutions that effectively address security challenges.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex security and integration issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Experience

• 2+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on SOC design, architecture, and implementation.
• Experience working in or with SOC environments.

Educational Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

Job Type: Permanent Full-time

Location: London/Slough

Salary: Market Rates (Based on experience)

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