Technical Presales Associate Architect

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Lead to join our Security Operations (SecOps) team at Google. As the Engineering Lead, you will be responsible for driving the development, implementation, and enhancement of security operations technologies and processes. You will lead a team of engineers focused on building and optimizing security tools, automating incident response, and safeguarding Google’s infrastructure and data.

Key Responsibilities:

· Team Leadership:

o Lead, mentor, and manage a team of security engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

o Provide technical direction and oversee the development of security solutions and incident response automation.

o Collaborate with cross -functional teams, including software engineering, IT, and product security, to integrate security operations into the development lifecycle.

· SecOps Strategy and Execution:

o Develop and execute a SecOps strategy that aligns with Google's security and business objectives.

o Drive the design and implementation of advanced security monitoring, detection, and response systems.

o Lead the creation of automated workflows for threat detection, incident management, and response to reduce manual intervention and improve response times.

· Security Tool Development:

o Oversee the development and integration of security tools and technologies, such as SIEM (Security Information and Event Management), IDS/IPS (Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems), and EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response) solutions.

o Work closely with the Threat Intelligence and Security Architecture teams to implement robust defense mechanisms and threat detection capabilities.

· Collaboration and Communication:

o Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing updates on security posture, incidents, and mitigation efforts.

o Collaborate with external partners and vendors to integrate third -party security solutions and services.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).

· 6+ years of experience in security engineering or security operations, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

· Proficiency in security operations technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, and security automation tools.

· Experience with cloud security (GCP, AWS, or Azure) and DevSecOps practices.

· Excellent leadership skills and the ability to drive technical projects from conception to completion.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.

· Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GCIH.

· Experience in a large -scale, complex environment with high security standards.

· Strong scripting and programming skills (e.g., Python, Go, Java) for automating security tasks.

· Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, NIST, ISO 27001).

· Experience working in Agile and DevOps environments.