Security Engineer

Vacancy Name
Security Engineer

Vacancy No
VN1096

Business Unit
Corporate

Job Location
India, Central/South America

Employment Type
Full Time

Job Details and Responsibilities

The Security Engineer specialising in cloud security tooling is a critical role within the Security Operations team. This position focuses on the implementation, management, and optimisation of security tools across various cloud platforms. The role requires deep expertise in native cloud security services, SIEM solutions, vulnerability and baseline compliance management tools, and endpoint protection technologies. The Security Engineer will play a key role in ensuring that Lemongrass's security operations are robust, scalable, and capable of defending clients against evolving threats.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Client Consultation and Engagement: Provide expert consultation to clients on general and Azure-specific security needs, including designing and implementing security solutions tailored to Azure cloud environments.
• Tooling Implementation and Management: Deploy, configure, and manage security tools across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud environments. This includes cloud native tooling for vulnerability management, compliance assessment, and threat detection, as well as SIEM platforms (Stellar, Sentinel), vulnerability management tools (Nucleus, Qualys), and endpoint protection systems (Sophos X, CrowdStrike).
• Security Automation: Develop and implement automation scripts and playbooks to enhance the efficiency of security operations. Integrate security tools with cloud-native services to streamline threat detection and response.
• Tool Optimisation and Tuning: Continuously assess and improve the performance of security tools. Fine-tune SIEM rules, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint protection settings to reduce false positives and improve detection accuracy.
• Collaboration and Support: Work closely with Security Architects, Consultants, and the broader IT team to ensure security tools are aligned with the overall security architecture and strategy. Provide expert advice on the selection and implementation of new security tools.
• Reporting and Documentation: Generate detailed reports on security tool performance, incidents, and trends. Maintain comprehensive documentation of tool configurations, tuning procedures, and incident response processes.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with the latest security tools, trends, and best practices. Regularly assess and recommend new tools or upgrades to existing solutions to enhance security posture.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Expert Knowledge of Security Tools: Proficient in cloud-native security services, SIEM platforms, vulnerability management tools, and endpoint protection technologies (CrowdStrike).
• Strong Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse security alerts, logs, and data to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Effective Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex security tool concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Problem Solving: Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex security tool issues, with a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks.
• Project Management: Experience managing tool implementation projects, including planning, execution, and post-implementation reviews.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years focused on security tooling within cloud environments.
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), or specific tool-related certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate, AWS Certified Security - Specialty) are preferred.

Other:

• 100% remote position. The Security Engineer will work with a diverse set of clients, potentially requiring occasional travel to client sites.

Lemongrass Consulting is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

About Lemongrass

Lemongrass is a software-enabled services provider, synonymous with SAP on Cloud, focused on delivering superior, highly automated Managed Services to Enterprise customers. Our customers span multiple verticals and geographies across the Americas, EMEA and APAC. We partner with AWS, SAP, Microsoft and other global technology leaders.