05/05/2026
Role: Security Engineer
Location: Colombo
Experience: 5 Years
About the Role
Our client is looking for a Security Engineer to join their team.
Key responsibilities & Accountabilities
• Threat Analysis & Triage Track and investigate security alerts, use threat
intelligence, escalate complex cases, and keep informed on emerging threats.
• Incident Handling: Follow SOC playbooks, assist in containment/remediation of
low complexity threats, and document case handoffs.
• Detection Optimization: Provide input to tune detection rules, minimize false
positives, and document common events for operational efficiency.
• Collaboration: Support 24/7 SOC operations, team meetings, and participate in
shift handovers.
Skills & Ability
• Familiarity with SIEM, EDR, XDR tools
• Basic TCP/IP, security protocols, Microsoft 365, Windows/Linux/macOS
fundamentals
• Experience with log analysis and incident triage
• Strong analytical/problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure with attention to detail
Preferred
• Bachelors in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent
experience)
• Security certifications (Security+, CySA+, eCIR, BTL1, CDSA, or equivalent)
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
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