Lead Consultant - Cyber Security Domain

Role Overview :

We are seeking an experienced Lead Consultant - Cyber Security (B2B SOC MSS) to drive product implementation, operations, and service excellence in Security Operations.

This role will lead technical project teams in deploying and managing cutting-edge cyber security products and services.

The ideal candidate will bring strong implementation experience, deep technical knowledge, and skills to ensure successful customer engagements.

Key Responsibilities :

- Lead technical consultants and analysts for successful implementation/migration of Cyber Security products & services.

- Provide advanced-level support for security operations, product rollouts, and post-implementation services.

- Carry out POCs, solution design, and end-to-end product implementations without external support.

- Ensure adherence to security processes, procedures, and compliance requirements.

- Provide timely incident response and support for security alerts and threats (including off-hours).

- Develop functional specifications for integrating/adopting security requirements into enterprise infrastructure.

- Collaborate with customer business groups to identify, classify, and secure critical data assets.

- Prepare periodic reports and dashboards based on defined rule parameters.

- Mentor and guide team members on best practices, troubleshooting, and escalation handling.

- Ensure smooth coordination with clients and internal stakeholders to deliver customer-focused outcomes.

Required Skills & Experience :

- 8+ years of overall experience in cyber security implementation & operations.

- Successfully implemented 4 to 5 security projects in customer environments.

Hands-on expertise in at least two of the following :

- Firewall

- DLP

- Proxy

- Email Security

- NAC Solutions

- EDR/XDR Solutions

- SOC and SIEM Solutions

- Hyperconverged Infrastructure

- Active Directory

- Strong working knowledge of SOC/SIEM tools and operational best practices.

- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams of security consultants/analysts.

- Familiarity with networking (TCP/IP, routing, authentication, DNS, web/mail services).

- Strong understanding of system logs, host-based firewalls, Anti-Malware and common OS environments (Windows, Linux, UNIX).

- Ability to assess and resolve security incidents and vulnerabilities independently.

- Awareness of critical data types (PII, NPI, PCI, HIPAA, etc.).

- Good communication and documentation skills.

- Strong customer service orientation with ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.

Education & Certifications :

- Bachelors degree in Computer Science or equivalent.

- Preferred certifications (one or more): SIEM Platform Certification, CCNA, CEH, MCSE, CISSP, or equivalent industry-recognized certifications.

- Product certifications in relevant security technologies (firewalls, DLP, SIEM, EDR, etc.) are a strong advantage.