Senior Consultant - SIEM Engineer - Cybersecurity

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. 

We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. 

Join EY and help to build a better working world.

Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai te iwi  

With your contribution and my contribution, together we will thrive. 

Hei Oranga Iwi | The opportunity

This role is based in our Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland) office, you’ll work with a values-based team of amazing technologists who are always growing, learning, and adapting, both in and out of the office. 

 Ko Tō Rourou | Your key responsibilities

• Technical Lead for threat detection and response onboarding projects
• Design, build, support, and optimise SIEM and EDR platforms used in threat detection and response services
• Monitor and respond to security alarms\alerts\incidents in SIEM and EDR platforms
• Escalate security alarms\alerts\incidents to clients as defined per engagement
• Monitor and manage tickets in accordance with processes defined in the security operations manual and SLA’s
• Support junior team members in delivering SOC services to client
• Participate in client facing meetings
• Deliver services to contract terms and SLA’s
• Follow Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) practices regarding service request, incident, problem and change management
• Contribute to security operations continuous improvement program
• Communicate effectively with customers, teammates, and management. 

Ngā Pūkenga | Skills and attributes for success

We’re interested in your strengths, what you want to learn, and how far you want to go.

• Proven experience within information security, specifically in a security operations and vulnerability discovery or information operations/incident role.
• Strong working knowledge of at least three of the following security tools: SIEM, EDR, host-based antivirus, anti-spam gateway solutions, firewalls, IDS/IPS, server and network device hardening, data loss prevention, forensics software, vulnerability management, website security
• Experience with utilising security SIEM tooling is a must. It is most beneficial to have experience with Splunk, Crowdstrike NextGen SIEM & Falcon, MS Defender/Sentinel, Tenable, Qualys, and ServiceNow.
• Knowledge of general security concepts and methods 

It's great, but not essential, if you have:

• Experience with Windows, Linux, UNIX, any other major operating systems
• Ability to mesh sound technical and security practices to problem solving
• Demonstrate in-depth technical capabilities and professional knowledge
• Additional certifications and training preferred in the following areas: Network Security certifications (CISSP, Security+, SANS, ISACA, Vendor Certificates), Project Management training/certification, and Quality Management (ITIL, Six Sigma, TQM, etc.) training/certification

Ko Taku Rourou | What we offer you

At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. 

• Career development:At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences www.ey.com/nz/careerdevelopment
• Flexible work arrangements:Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy. 
• A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including up to 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally www.ey.com/nz/benefits

Inclusiveness is core to who we are and how we work together, driving value for our people and for our business. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at contactrecruitment@au.ey.comor +64 9 300 7044 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential. 

He rourou kai kei ō ringa hei tākoha? Tēnā haria mai!    

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today

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Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider. 

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