Principal Security Operations Engineer

Job Summary : We are looking for a highly skilled Principal Security Operations Engineer to support and enhance our global security posture. This role focuses on vulnerability remediation across infrastructure, applications, and databases. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Azure, Wintel, Java application support, and SQL databases, and will work closely with global teams to ensure security compliance and operational excellence.

Work Shift: 24x7 Rotational
Experience: 8+ Years
Primary Skills: Linux, Azure, Windows, Applications Support
Secondary Skills: Microsoft SQL, Networking knowledge

Responsibilities :

• Lead and manage projects and/or workstreams, providing technical leadership, ensuring the required quality standards and milestones are met.
• Work collaboratively with local and remote stakeholders including management, technology architects and technology staff with the lifecycle of operational security compliance, from design and development, through to implementation and maintenance.
• Owning end-to-end availability and performance of key services and build best practices to prevent problem recurrence.
• Provide technical guidance to change and delivery teams for transition of vulnerability remediation into live production.
• Perform vulnerability remediation across infrastructure, applications, and databases.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents, ensuring timely resolution and documentation.
• Support and maintain secure operations in Azure and Wintel environments.
• Provide application-level support for Java-based systems and SQL databases.
• Collaborate with global teams to align with security standards and best practices.
• Provide support with industry standard audits, ensuring compliance with ISO 27001 standards and internal security policies.
• Maintain documentation and reports related to security operations and remediation efforts.
• Contribute to future hardware software planning.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Bachelors degree, or Minimum 8 years of experience in Security Operations or related technical roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and Wintel infrastructure.
• Experience supporting Java applications and SQL databases.
• Proven track record in vulnerability management and remediation.
• Familiarity with global security standards, especially ISO 27001.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a rotational 24x7 support model
• You bring a solution-driven mindset , stay updated with tech trends, and thrive in a collaborative, high-stakes environment.

Desirable Certifications:

• ITIL Foundation or higher (recommended).
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Architect or equivalent.