Security Operations Center Architect

We are seeking a experienced SOC Architect with a strong background in Azure Sentinel, automation, and cloud security. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing security operations, designing and implementing technical solutions, and mentoring teams in a fast-paced SOC environment. Key Responsibilities: Azure Sentinel Expertise: Architect, deploy, and manage Azure Sentinel solutions. Perform advanced incident response and analysis using Sentinel. Integration: Design and implement integrations for security tools and cloud platforms. Automation: Develop and implement automation solutions for incident response and security operations. KQL Mastery: Utilize KQL (Kusto Query Language) for log analysis and custom rule creation. Incident Response: Manage and respond to security incidents effectively, ensuring minimal impact on business operations. Cloud Security Architecture: Understanding of secure cloud network architectures, including firewalls, load balancers, VPNs, IPS, DLP, and WAF. Collaboration: Work closely with Security and Infrastructure teams to develop consistent technical solutions and support processes. Documentation: Write and manage technical documentation, including High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) documents. Team Mentorship: Mentor SOC team members and provide guidance on deploying cloud networking and security solutions. Process Development: Develop and document threat-driven response playbooks to support security incidents. Required Qualifications: 2 years of experience in information security. Hands-on expertise in KQL, MDC, and MDE. Proven experience in incident response, analysis, and security operations. In-depth knowledge of cloud-native tools and services. Strong understanding of IT Infra, networking and security engineering, including Ability to write and manage technical documentation, policies, and procedures. Demonstrated experience in managing security operations within a global organization. Preferred Qualifications: Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Bash. Security-related certifications such as GCIH, GCFA, AWS/Azure Cloud Security certifications, or equivalents. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in high-performing teams within a SOC environment. Experience designing and implementing threat-driven response playbooks. .