Cyber Security Engineer
- Relevance Lab
- 4 - 8 years
- Hyderabad
- 13 days ago
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Job Description
Role Overview
The Cybersecurity Engineer L2 (SIEM, VA, PT) is responsible for operational execution of security monitoring, vulnerability management, and penetration testing activities across the clients on-premises and Azure cloud environments. This role provides hands-on support for SIEM operations, vulnerability scanning, remediation tracking, and security analytics, operating under governance aligned to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF).
The engineer works closely with Tier-1 SOC teams, the Cybersecurity Lead, and infrastructure stakeholders to ensure continuous visibility into security posture and effective remediation of identified risks.
Key Responsibilities
1. SIEM Operations & Security Monitoring
- Support SIEM platform operations for centralized security monitoring and analytics.
- Investigate and analyze security alerts escalated from Tier-1 teams.
- Correlate logs across endpoints, network, servers, and cloud environments.
- Assist in tuning detection rules to improve signal quality and reduce false positives.
- Support incident investigation by providing log analysis and evidence.
2. Vulnerability Assessment Operations
- Execute and manage regular vulnerability scans across enterprise assets using industry-recognized platforms.
- Validate scan coverage, schedules, and scan configurations.
- Review vulnerability findings and classify based on severity and potential impact.
- Generate vulnerability reports for IT teams with remediation guidance.
- Track remediation progress and validate closure through re-scans.
3. Penetration Testing Support
- Coordinate and support penetration testing activities as per defined schedules.
- Support scope definition, asset validation, and test preparation.
- Review penetration testing findings and assist with remediation planning.
- Track remediation actions and validate corrective measures.
- Maintain documentation related to penetration testing outcomes.
4. Security Analytics & Trend Analysis
- Analyze SIEM and vulnerability data to identify recurring risks and trends.
- Support reporting on vulnerability exposure and remediation effectiveness.
- Provide inputs for weekly, monthly, and quarterly security reports.
- Assist in identifying improvement opportunities in detection and remediation processes.
5. Incident, Documentation & Escalation Support
- Support security incident investigations by providing technical analysis and findings.
- Create and update security incidents in ITSM platforms.
- Maintain accurate documentation of investigation steps and outcomes.
- Escalate complex findings to the Cybersecurity Lead with structured analysis.
6. Collaboration Across Teams
- Work closely with:
- Tier-1 SOC / Command Center teams
- Infrastructure, Network, Cloud, and EUC teams
- Cybersecurity Lead (L3)
- Support coordinated remediation and validation activities.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of security operations.
Skills & Experience
Technical Skills (Aligned to Scope)
- Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (Cortex XDR exposure is an advantage).
- Strong understanding of security log analysis and correlation.
- Experience executing vulnerability scanning and remediation tracking.
- Understanding of penetration testing concepts and workflows.
- Familiarity with hybrid (on-prem + Azure) environments.
- Understanding of NIST CSF-aligned security operations.
Tools & Platforms (Preferred)
- SIEM platforms (Cortex XDR advantage)
- Vulnerability management platforms
- Penetration testing tools and reporting frameworks
- ITSM platforms for incident and remediation tracking
- Microsoft security tools (exposure is a plus)
Experience
- 47 years of experience in cybersecurity operations, SOC, or vulnerability management roles.
- Experience working in L2 security execution environments.
- Exposure to enterprise or managed security services.
- Experience supporting regulated or compliance-driven environments is preferred.
Soft Skills & Behavioral Expectations
- Structured and analytical approach to security investigations.
- Strong documentation and reporting discipline.
- Clear communication of technical findings.
- Ownership of assigned security activities.
- Collaborative working style across security and IT teams.
Working Model
- Offshore delivery from India.
- Shift-based operations aligned to 24x7 security monitoring.
- Close coordination with Tier-1 SOC and Cybersecurity Lead.
- Participation in transition and steady-state operations.
Job Classification
Industry: IT Services & ConsultingFunctional Area / Department: IT & Information SecurityRole Category: IT & Information Security - OtherRole: IT & Information Security - OtherEmployement Type: Full timeContact Details:
Company: Relevance LabLocation(s): Hyderabad
Keyskills: Cyber Security Penetration Testing SIEM Vulnerability Management
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