Principal Engineer - EDR | On-Site, Bangalore at Optiv

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

CybersecurityIndustries

Requirements

8+ years of experience, hands-on experience in tools like CrowdStrike / Sentinel One / Palo Alto Cortex XDR (must have good experience in any of these two tools)
Experience in Endpoint Security Platforms e.g. AV, EDR, XDR, DLP, Encryption, etc
Good knowledge on Malware / Threats
Working knowledge on endpoint security technologies like Antivirus, EDR, XDR, DLP, Encryption
Working knowledge of triaging malware alerts
Working knowledge of security technologies such as SIEM, DLP, UEBA, CASB and hybrid/Cloud Security environments
Understanding security by design principles and architecture level security concepts
Knowledge of and experience with related Workstation and Server technologies
Knowledge on deployment tools and MDM tools
Sound security engineering knowledge (technical) to work collaboratively with Tech Leads and software/products architects
Good Knowledge on ITIL, Incident management, Change Management and Problem Management including analysis and response
Understand and manage the requirements of being part of a 24x7 on-call operation, including shift hand-over, operational advice, guidance, support and escalation
Good knowledge on reporting, documentation etc
Availability for US working hours (5PM IST to 2AM IST)
On-site / Work From Office role in Bangalore

Responsibilities

Creation of procedures, implementation of processes and development of staff for managing and maintaining security systems across internal and client environments
Work closely with Management, Senior Engineers, Solution Architects, Senior Security Engineers, other Principal Security Engineers and clients to complete high profile, critical services to existing Managed Security Service clients
Serve as a subject matter expert and team lead for Managed Security Services, staying in tune with all client configuration issues and all internal projects
Perform end to end platform engineering management for Security tools
Performing regular checks on synchronization, monitoring and health checks
Provide recommendation to Customer security team on changes to global policies
Analyze application & Configuration settings, Policies & custom rule sets, historical performance data & provide recommendations

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

CrowdStrikeSentinelOnePalo Alto Cortex XDREDRXDRDLPEncryptionSIEMUEBACASBMDMITILMalware AnalysisEndpoint Security

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this role remote or on-site?

This is a Work From Office role located on-site in Bangalore.

What are the required years of experience and key tools for this position?

The role requires 8+ years of experience with hands-on expertise in endpoint security tools like CrowdStrike, Sentinel One, or Palo Alto Cortex XDR (good experience in any two is must). Additional skills include endpoint security platforms such as AV, EDR, XDR, DLP, Encryption, malware triaging, SIEM, and ITIL processes.

What are the working hours for this role?

The role demands availability for US working hours from 5PM IST to 2AM IST and requires participation in a 24x7 on-call operation including shift hand-overs and escalations.

What company culture and benefits does Optiv offer?

Optiv champions Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion through Employee Resource Groups, supports work/life balance, provides professional training resources, encourages volunteer opportunities via 'Optiv Chips In', and offers technology for remote work where applicable.

What makes a strong candidate for this Principal Engineer role?

Strong candidates will have 8+ years of experience with hands-on work in CrowdStrike, Sentinel One, or Palo Alto Cortex XDR, deep knowledge of endpoint security technologies, security by design principles, ITIL processes, and the ability to handle 24x7 on-call duties during US hours.

Optiv

Cybersecurity advisory and solutions provider

About Optiv

Optiv helps businesses manage and reduce cyber risks by providing advisory services and solutions tailored to their specific needs. Their services cover the entire cybersecurity lifecycle, including strategy development, technology validation, and implementation of security measures. They serve nearly 6,000 clients across various industries, such as retail, manufacturing, and healthcare, ensuring that sensitive information is protected and digital systems remain secure. Unlike many competitors, Optiv focuses on customized solutions and ongoing support, adapting to the evolving cybersecurity landscape. Their goal is to empower organizations to secure their operations effectively and prepare for future challenges in technology, such as AI and IoT.

Denver, ColoradoHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$12MTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Cybersecurity, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees