Principal, SOC Detection Engineer
LPL FinancialAbout the role
Are you a team player? Are you interested in working on meaningful projects? Do you want to work with cutting-edge technology? Are you interested in being part of a team that is working to transform and do things differently? If you have a strong technical background in security automation and are ready to take on new challenges in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you!
Job Overview:
LPL Financial is seeking a Principal, SOC Detection Engineer focusing on enhancing security event detection and response. This position is a hands-on technical position and will report to VP, Security Operations Center.
The role should have firsthand experience supporting Security Operations Center and hands on experience working with security operations, security engineering, cloud platforms, IT infrastructure. The candidate should possess excellent leadership qualities in using solid judgement with decision making and a high level of technical acumen across Information Security domains.
In this role, the Principal SOC Detection Engineer will contribute to a team that will address alignment of Use Cases and detection coverage across various Cyber Security platforms. The position demands a strong background in Cybersecurity tools, hands-on programming skills, and the ability to analyze, design, and develop new solutions quickly. The candidate will also need to evangelize and envision new proof of concepts, implementation strategies, and integrations. A combination of technical skills, security knowledge, and strong problem-solving abilities is essential for success in this position.
Responsibilities:
The primary focus is design, build, and refine systems and processes used to detect malicious or unauthorized activities automatically
Develop and maintain detection rules and alerts through design, development and enhancement
The position demands a strong background in Cybersecurity tools, hands-on programming skills, and the ability to analyze, design, and develop new solutions quickly
Design and implement detection use-cases and workflows for security operations center
Collaborate with cross functional teams to design and improve security processes
Analyze security logs and systems for anomalies
Conduct threat hunting activities to identify potential threats
Identify detection coverage gaps and collaborate with stakeholders to gain coverage
Implement data models and standards to align with organization
Collaborate with cross functional teams to investigate incidents
Monitor and troubleshoot automated security systems to ensure they are functioning effectively
Create and maintain detailed runbooks and procedures covering security detections and response
Collaborate with Security Analysts to tune and enhance cybersecurity solutions and technologies to address cyber related threats
Train and mentor junior security team members on automated processes and techniques
Continuously evaluate and improve security detection use cases to expand security posture, increase efficiency and effectiveness
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security or technology related field
7+ years of related experience in information security, specifically hands on experience working in a 24x7 Security Operations Center
5+ years of hands-on experience with SIEM platform threat intelligence platforms, security automation and orchestration solutions, intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), Endpoint Detection Solutions, DLP and other network and endpoint monitoring tools
Proficiency in security frameworks such as MITRE
Core Competencies:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Preferences:
Relevant technical and security certifications such as CISSP, GIAC certificates
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Pay Range:
$143,100-$238,500/yearCompa
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