Sr Security Engineer at Sinch in Bengaluru, Karnataka, IN

5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on incident response, threat detection, or related areas. Proven experience in leading incident response efforts and managing complex security incidents in a SOC or similar environment.

Sinch, the Customer Communications Cloud, powers meaningful conversations at scale across messaging, voice, and email to help businesses deliver unified, personalized experiences that truly revolve around their customers — no matter the channels they use. Over 150,000 businesses, including 8 of the 10 largest tech companies in the world, rely on us for their customer communication needs, with over 700 billion customer engagements each year.

Providing innovative mobile messaging solutions that help businesses of all sizes – from SMBs to enterprise-level to better connect with customers. Our messaging solutions for alerts and notifications, billing and payments, appointment reminders, marketing, and staff scheduling are trusted by over 65,000 customers in industries such as healthcare, education, retail, and utilities. Sinch is the number one choice for easy and engaging business messaging.

We are seeking a Security Engineer to join our global team. In this role you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining security protocols to safeguard sensitive information, such as customer data and company intellectual property. Must have a deep understanding of networking and system architecture, as well as knowledge of current and emerging threats and technologies. The Security Engineer plays a crucial role in incident response and developing strategies to prevent future attacks. This position requires strong analytical and communication skills, as well as a commitment to staying up to date with the latest trends and best practices in cybersecurity.

Key responsibilities:

• The Incident Response Engineer Level 3 is a senior-level role responsible for leading and managing complex security incidents within the organization. This position requires extensive expertise in incident response, threat detection, and forensic analysis. The Incident Response Engineer Level 3 plays a critical role in developing incident response strategies, mentoring junior team members, and collaborating with other departments to enhance the organization's overall security posture.

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• Incident Management and Response:
  • Lead the investigation and response to high-severity and complex security incidents, such as advanced persistent threats (APTs), data breaches, and insider threats.
  • Develop and implement advanced incident response strategies and processes to effectively contain, mitigate, and remediate incidents.
  • Coordinate incident response efforts across multiple teams, including IT, legal, compliance, and public relations.
• Advanced Incident Investigation:
  • Conduct thorough forensic analysis of security incidents, employing advanced techniques and tools to uncover attack vectors and tactics used by threat actors.
  • Utilize malware analysis, reverse engineering, and threat hunting methodologies to identify and neutralize sophisticated threats.
  • Document findings and develop comprehensive reports detailing the nature of incidents, actions taken, and recommendations for preventing future occurrences.
• Tool Development and Optimization:
  • Evaluate and recommend new incident response tools and technologies to enhance detection and response capabilities.
  • Optimize existing tools and processes to improve incident response efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Develop and maintain incident response playbooks, ensuring they are up-to-date and aligned with industry best practices.
• Mentorship and Leadership:
  • Mentor and provide guidance to junior incident response engineers and analysts, helping to develop their skills and knowledge in incident response practices.
  • Lead training sessions and workshops to enhance the team’s capabilities and knowledge of current threats and response strategies.
  • Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for incident response within the organization, providing guidance and insights to management and other teams.
• Threat Intelligence and Research:
  • Analyze threat intelligence data to identify emerging threats and vulnerabilities relevant to the organization’s infrastructure.
  • Conduct research on new attack techniques, tools, and methodologies to enhance the incident response team's knowledge and preparedness.
  • Collaborate with threat intelligence teams to share findings and improve the organization’s overall security posture.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  • Maintain detailed documentation of all incidents, including actions taken, findings, and lessons learned.
  • Prepare and deliver executive-level reports on incident response metrics, trends, and recommendations for improving security measures.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies related to incident response and reporting.
• Technical Skills:
  • Expert understanding of networking concepts (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S) and operating systems (e.g., Windows, Linux).
  • Proficiency with incident response and forensic analysis tools, including SIEM platforms, EDR solutions, and malware analysis software.
  • Strong knowledge of malware behavior, reverse engineering, and advanced threat detection techniques.
• Analytical Skills:
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex security incidents and develop effective response strategies.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to synthesize information from various sources to drive informed decision-making.
• Communication Skills:
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information to diverse audiences.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels and present findings and recommendations clearly.
• Certifications:
  • Relevant advanced certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), or similar are required.
  • Ongoing commitment to obtaining additional certifications and staying current with industry best practices.
• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.
  • Equivalent work experience in a related field may be considered.
• Experience:
  • 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on incident response, threat detection, or related areas.
  • Proven experience in leading incident response efforts and managing complex security incidents in a SOC or similar environment.

Key Responsibilities:

We dream big — for our company, our customers, and our employees — and we hire the best talent worldwide to help us bring our vision to life. We have a local presence in more than 60 countries — probably somewhere near you!

We are committed to building an engaged and talented workforce that represents an environment that is inclusive, supports flexibility and welcomes diversity.

Our values of Dream Big, Win Together, Keep it simple and Make it Happen are the foundation for fostering an environment where diversity of thinking, skills and experiences are embraced, delivering innovation and better business results.

We value our team by offering:

• WHERE YOU WORK MATTERS: We understand the benefit of a flexible schedule where you can best impact both your personal and work life, so we offer a hybrid working arrangement, work from home set up reimbursement and a global mobility policy.
• PUT FAMILY FIRST: We know that building a family take priority, therefore we offer a generous parental leave program: 26 weeks salary for primary care giver and 4 weeks salary for secondary care giver
• CELEBRATE YOURESELF: By providing a day off for your birthday, we want you to take the time to celebrate the year you’ve had with your nearest and dearest.
• TAKE A BREAK: Enjoy a generous annual leave program. We value balance and understand that performance at work requires time to rest at home and/or rejuvenate on vacation.
• STAY HEALTHY: Physical wellness supports mental wellness, so we offer a monthly fitness reimbursement allowance and other wellness programs
• TAKE THE NEXT STEP: Coaching and career development support, including access to a range of online professional development courses
• CARE FOR YOURSELF: Take advantage of our free virtual counselling resources through our global Employee Assistance Program. Your mental health is as important as your physical health.
• MAKE AN IMPACT: Support betterment in your community and beyond by taking paid time off to support a volunteer program of your choice.
• TREAT YOURSELF: Access to Reward+ program that offers a wide range of discounts and deals across retail, entertainment and much more.

If you are looking for the next opportunity in your career and want to work for a people focused, growing tech company, then Apply Now.