Director | Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) | Hyderabad | Cyber Defense & Resilience

Overview:We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Cybersecurity Director to lead and manage our Cyber Detect and Response Practice. The Cybersecurity Director will oversee all security monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and investigations to protect the organizations digital infrastructure. This leadership role is critical in ensuring the company's systems are safeguarded against internal and external security threats.Responsibilities:Lead, manage, and develop a high-performance SOC team to monitor and respond to security incidents 24/7.Establish and enforce SOC operational procedures and policies.Oversee the identification, analysis, and response to cybersecurity threats, including vulnerabilities and active attacks.Collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, DevOps, Legal, Compliance, etc.) to assess and respond to emerging threats.Manage security monitoring tools, including SIEM platforms, to ensure comprehensive threat detection capabilities.Direct incident response efforts, coordinating resources and guiding teams in mitigating security breaches.Develop and implement a threat intelligence program to proactively identify and mitigate threats before they impact the organization.Design and implement SOC metrics and KPIs to track performance, incident response times, and threat detection accuracy.Establish and maintain an incident escalation framework and response protocols.Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.Provide strategic guidance on cybersecurity risk management and future security technology investments.Develop and deliver regular security reports to senior leadership, including key metrics, incident analysis, and overall, SOC performance.Qualifications:Bachelors degree in computer science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience).18+ years of experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.Strong expertise in cybersecurity operations, threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management.Experience with SOC tools and technologies (SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, endpoint protection, etc.).Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, NIST, and ISO 27001.Proven experience in managing a SOC team in a fast-paced environment.Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are highly preferred.Key Competencies:Strategic thinking and decision-making.Excellent problem-solving skills.Strong analytical and investigative skills.Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work well under pressure in high-stress situations.