Introduction Stay up to date with the latest SIEM/SOAR technologies, industry trends, and best practices.

Your Role And Responsibilities We are seeking a skilled and experienced Security Consultant focused on SIEM, Security Automation and Response (SOAR), and overall SOC technology capabilities to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of SIEM/SOAR technologies and related solutions, with expertise in designing, implementing, and optimising security automation and orchestration strategies for our clients.

The SIEM/SOAR Consultant will work closely with clients to understand their security needs, architect tailored security tool plans and deployments, and ensure successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

- Client Engagement and Relationship Management:
- Engage with clients to understand their security requirements, pain points, and business objectives.
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring customer satisfaction and driving repeat business.
- SIEM/SOAR Architecture and Design:
- Design and architect SOAR solutions based on clients’ unique security needs and infrastructure.
- Suggest and evaluate different SIEM/SOAR technologies, comparing and contrasting solutions for clients.
- Create detailed technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, implementation plans, and configuration guides.
- Deployment and Configuration:
- Lead the deployment of SOC platforms, ensuring adherence to best practices and security standards.
- Correctly size tools to vendor specifications to meet clients’ needs, including specific vendor add-ons and their optimisation to meet customer demands.
- Design the integration of SIEM/SOAR platforms with other security tools, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and endpoint protection platforms.




- Assist with hands-on coding of these tools when required.
- Playbook and Workflow Development:
- Develop and maintain playbooks, workflows, and automation scripts using SIEM/SOAR tools.
- Collaborate with clients to refine and enhance playbooks based on their specific use cases and requirements.
- Incident Response and Orchestration:
- Assist clients in developing and refining incident response strategies using SIEM/SOAR automation and orchestration capabilities.
- Support clients in managing and coordinating security incidents, leveraging SIEM/SOAR investigation and orchestration features.
- Training and Knowledge Transfer:
- Deliver training sessions and workshops to clients' security teams, covering tool features, best practices, and customization.
- Facilitate knowledge transfer and capacity building within client organisations.
- Project Management:
- Manage multiple concurrent projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope.
- Collaborate with internal teams, including pre-sales, professional services, and support, to ensure seamless project execution.
- Identify project gaps and address them as required for successful completion
- Continuous Improvement and Innovation:
- Stay up to date with the latest SIEM/SOAR technologies, industry trends, and best practices.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of our SOAR consulting services and methodologies.

Required Technical And Professional Expertise





- Education and Certifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Relevant SOAR certifications (e.g., IBM Resilient, Demisto(XSOAR), XSIAM or vendor-specific certifications) highly desirable.
- Relevant SIEM certifications (e.g., administrator or architect level) in SIEM vendor technologies.
- Relevant Security Certification (e.g., GIAC, CISSP) highly desirable.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in SOC tools consulting, with additional experience as a user, administrator, or operator.
- Proven track record of designing, implementing, and optimising SOAR solutions.
- Technical Skills:
- Extensive knowledge of SIEM/SOAR technologies and platforms, such as IBM Qradar, IBM Resilient, Splunk/Phantom or Demisto (Palo Alto Cortex XSOAR).
- Proficiency in automation tools and scripting languages (e.g. Python, PowerShell, Bash).
- Strong understanding of security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) concepts and best practices.
- Familiarity with other security solutions, such as incident response platforms, threat intelligence platforms, and Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems.

Preferred Technical And Skilled Experience

- Soft Skills:
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Effective time management and project management skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

If you are a motivated and experienced SIEM/SOAR Architect-Consultant looking to grow your career with a leading cybersecurity services provider, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help clients enhance their security operations and incident response maturity.

📌 SIEM/SOAR Consultant - Architect (Melbourne)
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📍 Melbourne