Consultant Task – SOC Architect (Remotely from within the EU), published: 18.12.2024

We are looking for a Security Operations Center Architect for our client in the IT industry. This is a role that our client needs for immediate and separate smaller needs instead of one dedicated singular project. This is a great chance to work for a trusted and established advisor in the industry, and together with highly competent experts. The role is a great opportunity to build a long-term relationship with our client, resulting in different and rewarding projects, both big and small. 

The consultant needs a strong background in network security, as well as an understanding of the business and operational aspects of the SOC. A practical emphasis is that the SOC architect is expected to understand and know what the different options are for collecting and managing logs and how to get them from Windows and Linux servers, for example on a challenging level. The consultant should be an expert in what can and cannot be monitored. In addition, the ability to perform threat modelling and to act in a consultative manner in customer situations when discussing and defining SOC issues is expected. 

The SOC architect will join client meetings where tough questions are dealt with, goals made for SOC architecture, roadmap planning, etc. Together with our client, the consultant will ensure that the discussed SOC teams have the right resources, processes, and technologies to perform their tasks.

Requirements:
- We expect a background in cyber security, we are looking for someone who has both technical and hands-on experience. A purely managerial background in cyber security / SOC operations will not be enough
- As a technology, you are familiar with network protection methods and SIEM solutions
- Previous experience in a SOC related role
- Proficiency in various security technologies and tools such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, SOAR, EDR, NAC, VPN etc.
- Familiarity with security methodologies and techniques such as threat intelligence, risk assessment, vulnerability management and incident response
- Solution-oriented attitude and ability to communicate with clients, including at administrative level
- Certifications like  CISSP, CISM, or CCNP Security will be considered a plus but is not a strict requirement 
- Knowledge of security frameworks and standards such as NIST, ISO, PCI-DSS will be considered a plus but is not a strict requirement

Location: Remote (Client based in Finland with international projects)
Workload: Part-time, up to 50% allocation
Start: Flexible, several smaller projects to choose from
Duration: Open-ended (long-term collaboration possible)
Language: Fluent English

Are you interested?
If you are interested in this project, please send us your CV as soon as possible. Please also give us your hourly rate, and availability and describe your suitability for this position. The project responsible is team Finland, finland@rightpeoplegroup.com .