Senior Security Operations Specialist

We are seeking candidates who possess: - A strong understanding of security operations workflows, threat detection techniques, and common attack vectors. - Knowledge of cloud security concepts, particularly in AWS environments. - Awareness of security incident categories and the ability to differentiate between benign and malicious behaviors. - Familiarity with SOC playbooks, escalation paths, and incident response processes. - Hands-on experience in a SOC environment, focusing on first-line alert triage and initial investigations. - Experience using Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender products in a professional or lab setting. - Exposure to AWS cloud services, especially security-related features (CloudTrail, GuardDuty, IAM, etc.). - Familiarity with Terraform or similar Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools in managing cloud resources or security controls. - Experience escalating incidents according to defined processes and documenting actions taken. To be successful, candidates should demonstrate: - The ability to quickly assess security alerts, determine relevance/priority, and escalate as needed. - Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to log review and data analysis. - The capability to follow and improve existing SOC procedures and monitoring playbooks. - A willingness to work in a shift-based environment and respond to evolving security threats. - A degree or diploma in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent hands-on experience). - Desirable certifications such as CompTIA Security, Microsoft SC-200 (Security Operations Analyst), or AWS Security Specialty.