Senior Security Consultant

Cyderes (Cyber Defense and Response) is a pure-play, full life-cycle cybersecurity services provider with award-winning managed security services, identity and access management, and professional services designed to manage the cybersecurity risks of enterprise clients.  We specialize in multi-technology, complex environments with the in speed and agility needed to tackle the most advanced cyber threats. We leverage our global scale and decades of experience to accelerate our clients’ cyber outcomes through a full lifecycle of cybersecurity services. We are a global company with operating centers in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and India.
Role SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Google Chronicle Consultant to join our dynamic team. As a Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in advising our clients on the implementation, optimization, and maintenance of Google Chronicle, Google's cloud-based security analytics platform. You will leverage your expertise to design and implement tailored solutions that meet our clients' unique cybersecurity requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Consultation and Assessment:
• Conduct thorough assessments of clients' existing security infrastructure and requirements.
• Provide expert guidance and recommendations on the integration of Google Chronicle into clients' cybersecurity ecosystems.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their business objectives and security needs, ensuring alignment with Google Chronicle capabilities.
• Implementation and Integration:
• Lead the implementation and deployment of Google Chronicle, including setup, configuration, and integration with existing security tools and systems.
• Develop customized solutions to address clients' specific use cases and requirements.
• In-depth knowledge and experience in parser creation for custom log ingestion into Google Chronicle.
• Proven ability to develop and implement custom integrations with Google Chronicle, leveraging APIs and SDKs.
• Provide hands-on technical expertise in deploying and configuring Google Chronicle components, such as event sources, detection rules, and data storage.
• Optimization and Performance Enhancement:
• Continuously monitor and optimize the performance of Google Chronicle deployments to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and implement enhancements to streamline workflows, increase visibility, and enhance threat detection capabilities.
• Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting assistance to resolve issues and optimize system performance.
• Training and Knowledge Sharing:
• Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate clients' teams on Google Chronicle best practices, usage guidelines, and advanced features.
• Share industry insights and expertise with internal teams to enhance collective knowledge and capabilities in Google Chronicle and cybersecurity.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Create comprehensive documentation, including architecture diagrams, configuration guides, and operational procedures.
• Generate regular reports and performance metrics to track the effectiveness of Google Chronicle deployments and communicate results to stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, or minimum of four years of experience in cybersecurity consulting, with a focus on security analytics and threat detection.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Google Chronicle, including deployment, configuration, parser building, integrations, and optimization.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat intelligence, and security operations.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation tools for security operations (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer required or ability to pass within one month of hire
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GIAC are a plus.
• Experience in other SIEM solutions are also a plus.
• Technical understanding of the following:
• UNIX, Linux, Windows Server Operating Systems
• Network/System Intrusion Detection or Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS)
• Vulnerability scanner/Penetration testing systems
• Security Operations Centre/Information Protection Centre/Computer Incident Response Centre
• Wireless Networking
• VPN Communication Protocols
• Switches/Routers (basic configuration)
• TCP/IP networking, VPN, VLAN, NAT and security concepts
• Asset Management
• Non-Technical Skills:
• Experience with customer facing engagements
• Ability to communicate clearly