Saxon Global is hiring: SIEM Cybersecurity Engineer in Irving

Job Title: SAP Enterprise Test Lead

Duration: 9 months contract

Location: Portland, OR

Job Summary:

Our client is looking for an experienced SIEM Cybersecurity Consultant to join their dynamic team. As an SIEM Cybersecurity Consultant, you will be responsible for providing expert-level guidance and support in SIEM design, architecture, administration, and security tool optimization. The ideal candidate will possess advanced knowledge of cybersecurity software tools, including Crowdstrike, Splunk, Palo Alto Networks, Proofpoint, and Devo. Your expertise will be crucial in driving successful customer migrations from Devo to Splunk, optimizing SIEM security landscapes, and enhancing associated security tools.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with client to understand their cybersecurity goals, challenges, and requirements.
• Design, implement, and manage SIEM solutions tailored to clients' specific needs, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.
• Provide deep expertise in SIEM architecture, configuring data sources, and creating correlation rules to detect and respond to security incidents effectively.
• Utilize advanced knowledge of cybersecurity software tools, including Crowdstrike, Splunk, Palo Alto Networks, Proofpoint, and Devo, to offer strategic recommendations and solutions.
• Lead customer migrations from Devo to Splunk, ensuring a seamless transition while maintaining data integrity and security.
• Assess clients' current SIEM and security tool landscape, identifying opportunities for optimization and improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance SIEM performance, data accuracy, and incident response capabilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, security operations, and compliance, to ensure cohesive cybersecurity strategies.
• Conduct thorough analysis of security events, utilizing data correlation and analysis techniques to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Provide training and knowledge transfer to client teams on SIEM best practices, usage, and troubleshooting.
• Leverage deep knowledge of the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and industry developments to continuously improve the quality of services provided.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience in SIEM design, architecture, administration, and security tool optimization.
• Advanced knowledge of cybersecurity software tools, including Crowdstrike, Splunk, Palo Alto Networks, Proofpoint, and Devo.
• Proven experience in successfully migrating customers from Devo to Splunk.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat landscape, and incident response procedures.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to analyze complex security incidents.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC, or related certifications are a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with clients and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in working with diverse industries and handling sensitive client information with confidentiality.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing client needs and project requirements.