SecOps (Security Operations) Engineer
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Job Location:
Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are seeking a SecOps (Security Operations) Engineerto support daily security operations including monitoring security systems responding to incidents maintaining security tools and ensuring compliance with security policies. The role involves working closely with IT network and application teams to maintain a secure enterprise environment.
Key Responsibilities
Security Monitoring & Incident Response
Monitor security alerts and logs from SIEM EDR and other security platforms.
Investigate and respond to security incidents based on defined procedures and playbooks.
Perform root cause analysis and document findings for continuous improvement.
Security Tools & Infrastructure Maintenance
Maintain and optimize security tools including IPS endpoint protection DLP CASB PAM and NAC.
Ensure logging and alerting systems are functioning correctly and tuned for accuracy.
Assist in onboarding new systems into the security monitoring environment.
Policy Compliance & Reporting
Ensure compliance with internal security policies and regulatory requirements.
Generate security reports covering incident trends operational metrics and security posture.
Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation.
Collaboration & Support
Work closely with IT network and application teams to ensure secure operations.
Provide security guidance during system upgrades deployments and BAU activities.
Participate in security awareness and training initiatives.
Continuous Improvement
Recommend improvements to security tools processes and controls.
Stay updated on emerging threats vulnerabilities and cybersecurity best practices.
Requirements
Education
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Security IT or related field.
Experience
35 years of experience in IT security operations or cybersecurity roles.
Hands-on experience with SIEM tools (Microsoft Sentinel Splunk QRadar).
Experience with EDR platforms firewalls and intrusion prevention systems (IPS).
Exposure to DLP CASB and vulnerability management tools.
Experience in enterprise or hybrid IT environments preferred.
Familiarity with security frameworks such as ISO 27001 NIST or regulatory standards (e.g. Bank Negara Malaysia RMiT PDPA).
Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of network security identity & access management and endpoint protection.
Experience in log analysis incident response and threat detection.
Knowledge of Windows and Linux security hardening.
Familiarity with cloud security (Azure Microsoft 365 Defender).
Basic scripting knowledge (PowerShell or Python) is an advantage.
Certifications (Preferred)
CompTIA Security
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate
GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Splunk
- Compliance Management
- IDS
- SOC
- Cybersecurity
- Identity & Access Management
- Security
- Information Security
- Process Engineering
- Metadata
- Encryption
- Siem
About Company
As Encora Inc. expands its footprint in Latin America, its acquisition of Nearsoft provides our clients with a unique chance to Nearshore on a global scale.
