SOC - Detection Engineer at DXC Technology

Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

DXC Technology Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Information Technology, CybersecurityIndustries

Requirements

  • Strong analytical, logical reasoning, and systems thinking skills
  • Proficient in technical writing for documentation, reports, and detection rule catalogs
  • Solid understanding of threat-informed defense and threat modeling methodologies (e.g., STRIDE, PASTA, ATT&CK, CVSS, etc.)
  • Experience with SIEM, EDR, and other monitoring tools
  • Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework and detection mapping techniques
  • Preferred Certifications (Nice to Have): SANS SEC530 (GMON) – Continuous Monitoring and Security Operations, MAD20 – Detection Engineering

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and fine-tune detection rules and models to identify suspicious activity and cyber threats
  • Configure and manage detection capabilities across various security tools to ensure effective threat identification
  • Provide actionable threat insights and detailed context to assist incident response teams during investigations
  • Leverage threat intelligence sources to inform and continuously enhance detection capabilities
  • Work closely with SOC analysts, threat hunters, and engineers to drive comprehensive security coverage
  • Maintain detailed documentation of detection use cases, tuning outcomes, and areas for improvement
  • Stay up to date on cybersecurity trends, emerging threats, and new detection methodologies
  • Identify gaps in detection processes and recommend improvements aligned with industry best practices
  • Mentor and train SOC personnel on detection engineering principles and tools
  • Develop and fine-tune detection rules tailored to customer environments
  • Analyze security events to propose or refine detections for emerging threats
  • Engage with clients during on-site investigations or escalated incidents
  • Assess and communicate the business impact and risk of identified threats

Skills

Detection Rules
Threat Detection
Security Tools
Incident Response
Threat Intelligence
SOC Operations
Rule Tuning
False Positive Reduction
Cybersecurity Monitoring

DXC Technology

IT services for enterprise modernization and management

About DXC Technology

DXC Technology provides IT services to large enterprises, focusing on modernizing their critical systems and operations. The company uses the Enterprise Technology Stack to enhance IT infrastructure, optimize data architectures, and ensure security across various cloud environments, including public, private, and hybrid. DXC operates on a contractual basis, offering consulting, system integration, and managed services to help clients improve their IT operations. What sets DXC apart from competitors is its strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and corporate responsibility, which has earned it recognition as one of the Most Responsible Companies. The goal of DXC Technology is to be a trusted partner for enterprises, helping them achieve scalable and secure IT solutions while promoting inclusion and diversity within its workforce.

McLean, VirginiaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$14.6MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Emerging IT service providers offer cost-effective solutions, threatening DXC's market share.
Rapid technological changes may outpace DXC's innovation, risking service obsolescence.
Economic downturns could reduce IT spending, impacting DXC's long-term contract revenue.

Differentiation

DXC Technology is a Fortune 500 global IT services leader.
The company specializes in modernizing mission-critical systems for large enterprises.
DXC's Enterprise Technology Stack ensures security and scalability across cloud environments.

Upsides

DXC is recognized as a leader in the 2024 Magic Quadrant for Outsourced Digital Workplace Services.
The Quercus AI platform collaboration with Ferrovial and Microsoft enhances DXC's innovation capabilities.
DXC's role in transforming Italy's healthcare sector showcases its expertise in digital transformation.

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