Lead Cyber Security Engineer - Eleven Recruiting : Job Details

About Eleven Recruiting

We are a specialized technology staffing agency supporting professional and financial services companies. Why do we stand out in technology staffing? We listen and act as advisors for our candidates on how they can best add value, find interesting projects, and pave a path for career advancement. We advocate for best pay, diversity in tech, and best job-fit for every candidate we place.

Our client, an investment firm, is seeking an experienced Lead Cyber Security Engineer to join their team in New York, NY!

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with leadership to shape and grow the cyber defense team, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Evaluate and optimize data sources that feed into the SOC. Create processes and metrics to assess and enhance the effectiveness of the program.
• Lead the implementation and ongoing improvement of the SWORD automation platform, specifically within the Palo Alto Cortex X ecosystem.
• Read and interpret technical documentation, and oversee the integration of various platforms to improve SOC functionalities.
• Work closely with SWORD teams to design metrics for the SOC that leverage our SWORD platform, ensuring alignment with operational goals.
• Establish and manage functions around the SOC technology stack to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Utilize Pentera and other tools to continuously test and assess SOC capabilities, ensuring readiness against potential threats.
• Engage with detection teams (remote) and on-premises teams (desktop engineering, networking, and systems engineering) to ensure seamless operations and effective incident response.

Qualifications:

• 5-7+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on blue team operations.
• Proven leadership skills, with a capacity to motivate and guide a team.
• Experience with SOC processes, data source management, and performance metrics development.
• Familiarity with SWORD automation platforms and Palo Alto Cortex X.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Local candidates are preferred, but exceptional remote candidates may be considered for in-person meetings.