Strategic Staffing Solutions International customer a global IT company that supports major organizations in their digital transformation efforts. Their team develops innovative IT solutions, transitions clients to the cloud, integrates digital processes, and

manages IT systems operations and support.

They also maintain a strong strategic partner network, working with top international players such as AWS, Google, Microsoft, and SAP. Their goal is to make the digital world easier, more efficient, and more secure—ultimately helping their customers succeed. The company is now hiring an experienced Cyber Security (SOC) Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical customer onboarding and integrations with SOC platforms, including SIEM/SOAR, Microsoft Azure, Defender, Splunk, and ITSM systems.
• Configure, maintain, and optimize security monitoring tools, cloud security services, and related automations, integrations, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Support critical incident handling through analysis, escalation, and response coordination, and participate in threat hunting, investigations, and continuous improvement of SOC processes.
• Ensure confidentiality of sensitive information, comply with security policies, and report risks or incidents promptly.
• Maintain clear documentation, collaborate cross-functionally to implement security controls, and complete tasks within agreed timelines.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, mentor junior team members when needed, and participate in ongoing technical and professional development.

Qualifications:

Education:

Degree or ongoing studies in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field preferred.

Experience:

2–4 years in cybersecurity or IT roles (SOC Analyst, Security Engineer, System/Network Administrator, or similar).

Technical Skills:

• Experience analyzing security events in SIEM/SOAR platforms, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint tools.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, Entra ID (Azure AD), and cloud security concepts.
• Knowledge of detection rule tuning, log onboarding, and security monitoring workflows.
• Understanding of incident response processes and alert triage.
• Solid Windows/Linux administration and networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, MFA, SSO).
• Scripting/automation skills (PowerShell, Python, Bash) and API integration experience are a plus.
• Strong English (B2+).

Certifications (Plus):

AZ-500, SC-200, CompTIA Security+/CySA+, CCNA, Splunk, or similar.

Soft skills:

• Analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive professional with strong problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working independently and in teams, with a continuous learning mindset in fast-paced SOC environments.

We offer:

• Monthly gross salary from 2600 to 4700 EUR, depending on your level of expertise
• Hybrid way of working (2 days onsite/ 3 remote), with cozy office space in the center of Riga
• Family-oriented company values and healthy attitude towards work and life balance - granting an additional 4 vacation days, birthday leave, "Happy Land" space in the office for children, etc.
• Individual development and learning plan, including yearly budget for external training
• Necessary essentials – health insurance with dental services and sports coverage
• Possibility to work in mutual trust and a positive team environment, to be creative and improve working flows by self-initiative
• Friendly, multicultural, and cooperation-oriented colleagues