SOC Team Lead - Systems Integrator
- €700 euro a day
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Permanent
- Enterprise Security
- Cyber Analysts
Ready to step into a leadership role in cybersecurity operations?
Join a global digital transformation leader known for innovation in cloud, big data, and security solutions, with a track record of delivering mission-critical services to enterprises and governments worldwide. With decades of expertise and a strong presence across multiple industries, the business is committed to driving secure, sustainable, and cutting-edge technology at scale.
The team is hiring a SOC Team Lead to oversee daily operations within the Security Operations Center, ensuring effective monitoring, detection, and response to security incidents. This role involves managing a skilled analyst team, refining SOC processes, and aligning security practices with business objectives to deliver resilient and proactive protection.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor SOC analysts across Levels 1–3.
- Manage day-to-day SOC activities including monitoring, triage, and incident response.
- Investigate and resolve complex security incidents (SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS).
- Develop, maintain, and improve incident response procedures and playbooks.
- Serve as the primary escalation point for critical security events.
- Report to the Security Manager on trends, risks, and recommended mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate closely with other internal teams, both nationally and internationally.
- Support forensic investigations and root cause analysis.
- Remote continuous learning and skills development within the SOC team.
- Assess, recommend, and implement new tools, techniques, and processes.
- Participate in periodic on-call rotations.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (HBO/WO) in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a SOC environment.
- Proven experience in a leadership or coordination role.
- SANS GIAC (e.g., GCIH, GCIA, GCFA)
- Incident Response (e.g., SANS 504, SANS 508)
- Microsoft SC series (e.g., SC-200, SC-100)
- CISSP, CISM, or equivalent (preferred)
- Strong expertise in SIEM platforms (Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar).
- Hands-on experience with EDR solutions (Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, CrowdStrike, CarbonBlack).
- Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework, Cyber Kill Chain, and TTPs.
- Scripting skills (Python, PowerShell) are a plus.
- Deep understanding of network protocols, log analysis, and malware analysis.
- Excellent communication and coaching abilities.
- Proactive, resilient under pressure, and decisive.
- Strong analytical skills and problem-solving mindset.
- Collaborative team player with natural leadership qualities.
- Fluent in Dutch and English (spoken and written).
Salary:
- €700 euro a day