Lead Security Operations Specialist

hace 2 meses

San José, San José, Costa Rica Microsoft A tiempo completo

Overview

In an era marked by digital threats and complexities, security remains a paramount concern for our clients. Microsoft Security is devoted to fostering a safer digital landscape for all. Our mission is to revolutionize security, empowering every user, customer, and developer with a robust security cloud that offers comprehensive protection through straightforward solutions.

The Microsoft Security team is focused on propelling Microsoft's mission forward by securing digital platforms, devices, and cloud environments while also protecting our internal operations. Our culture emphasizes a growth mindset, a commitment to excellence, and the inspiration of teams and leaders to perform at their best daily. This dedication results in groundbreaking innovations that positively affect billions of lives around the globe.

The Defender Experts for XDR group is on the lookout for a Security Operations Lead who will harness Microsoft's extensive security signals to identify and report emerging adversary behaviors, create essential context-rich alerts, develop innovative tools and automations to assist clients in countering threats, and spearhead advancements in detecting sophisticated attacker techniques.

This position requires on-site presence and includes weekend rotations.

Microsoft's overarching mission is to empower every individual and organization globally to achieve more. As part of our workforce, we embody a growth mindset, innovate to enable others, and collaborate to reach our shared goals. We uphold values of respect, integrity, and accountability, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can flourish both professionally and personally.

Qualifications

Required/Minimum Qualifications

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in software development, large-scale computing, cybersecurity, anomaly detection, Security Operations Center (SOC) practices, threat analytics, security incident and event management (SIEM), and IT operations OR a Master's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • At least 5 years of experience in a leadership role within a security team.
  • Proven experience in delivering managed threat hunting services, particularly for large clients.
  • Background in Security Operations, Threat Intelligence, Cyber Incident Response, or Penetration Testing/Red Teaming. Proficiency in analysis tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, SQL, Splunk, PowerBI).
  • Solid understanding of Windows OS internals, security mechanisms, cloud infrastructure, authentication/authorization protocols, and threat analysis models (e.g., Diamond Model, Cyber Kill Chain, MITRE ATT&CK).
  • Proficiency in English.

Other Requirements

  • Must satisfy Microsoft, customer, and/or government security screening requirements, including specialized security screenings such as Microsoft Cloud Background Check.

Additional or Preferred Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in software development, large-scale computing, cybersecurity, and anomaly detection OR a Doctorate in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of experience in people management.
  • 1+ year(s) of experience leading a security function (e.g., SOC, threat and vulnerability management [TVM]).
  • 1+ year(s) of experience leading cross-functional teams.
  • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, SANS, GCIA, GCIH, OSCP, and/or Security+.

Responsibilities

The Defender Experts team aids organizations in detecting, investigating, and responding to advanced attacks and data breaches. We are in search of a skilled leader in security operations to utilize Microsoft's comprehensive security signals, identify new adversary behaviors, generate critical alerts, develop innovative detection tools, and enhance methods for detecting advanced attackers.

People Management

  • Managers foster success through empowerment, accountability, modeling, coaching, and care.
  • Exemplify our culture, embody our values, and practice our leadership principles.
  • Mentor the team, establish objectives, enable success, and facilitate adaptation and learning.
  • Attract and retain talent, understand individual capabilities and aspirations, and invest in their growth.

Collaboration

  • Guide the team to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver exceptional service in addressing various threats. Advocate for solutions and manage relationships with third-party teams.

Security Incident Response

  • Lead the team in responding to system security breaches, manage communication with stakeholders, coordinate with partner teams, and conduct post-incident analysis.

Monitoring and Detection

  • Direct the team in developing detection capabilities, maintaining vigilance, detecting and mitigating intrusions, and driving enhancements in products.

Threat Intelligence and Analysis

  • Support the team in analyzing threats, guiding the prioritization of efforts, and securing resources to address potential threats.

Industry-leading benefits and perks may vary based on employment specifics and location, including healthcare, educational resources, product and service discounts, savings and investments, parental leave, time off, giving programs, and networking opportunities.

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