SOC Engineer : SIEM & Detection (Dubai)

Title : Detection Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize detection use cases across SIEM, EDR/XDR, and SOAR platforms
• Monitor, tune, and maintain detection rules, correlation logic, and alerting thresholds
• Integrate threat intelligence feeds and indicators into monitoring platforms
• Support threat hunting activities and detection engineering workflows
• Conduct incident investigations and provide technical escalation support
• Maintain log source integrations, dashboards, and reporting frameworks
• Reduce false positives and continuously improve alert quality and coverage
• Map detection capabilities to the MITRE ATT&CK framework
• Develop and maintain SOAR playbooks to automate response workflows
• Collaborate with SOC, infrastructure, and security teams for integrated detection coverage
• Maintain documentation of detection rules, processes, and configurations
• Support OT/IoT security monitoring where applicable

Required Skills & Experience

• 3–6 years of experience in SOC, Detection Engineering, or Security Monitoring
• Strong expertise in SIEM platforms : rule creation, tuning, and administration
• Hands-on experience with EDR/XDR monitoring and analytics
• Experience with SOAR platforms and playbook development
• Proficiency in KQL, SPL, or equivalent SIEM query languages
• Solid understanding of log analysis, normalization, and event correlation
• Knowledge of threat intelligence integration and operationalization
• Scripting ability in Python or PowerShell for automation
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework and threat hunting methodologies
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant certifications such as GCIA, GCDA, GCED, SC-200, or equivalent
• Experience with OT/IoT security monitoring environments
• Exposure to threat hunting tools and platforms
• Experience building security dashboards and KPI reporting
• Familiarity with cloud security monitoring (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Application Question(s)

• How Soon Are You Available to Join if selected ?
• Where are you currently located ?

Location

• Dubai (Preferred)