Associate Security Operations Center Engineer (Remote)

Job Description

Company Overview: 

Outsourced is a leading ISO certified India & Philippines offshore outsourcing company that provides dedicated remote staff to some of the world's leading international companies. Outsourced is recognized as one of the Best Places to Work and has achieved Great Place to Work Certification. We are committed to providing a positive and supportive work environment where all staff can thrive. As an Outsourced staff member, you will enjoy a fun and friendly working environment, competitive salaries, opportunities for growth and development, work-life balance, and the chance to share your passion with a team of over 1000 talented professionals. 

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Cybersecurity Engineer to join our dynamic Managed Services team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in configuring and troubleshooting security technologies within an MSP or similar environment. You will play a key role in securing client infrastructures, optimizing SOC processes, and delivering security best practices while working with cutting-edge tools like NextGen Firewalls, Cloud SASE, and Identity/PAM solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and manage security solutions such as NextGen Firewalls (Palo Alto, Check Point, Fortinet), Cloud SASE (Zscaler, Netskope), WAF (Cloudflare), and PAM (CyberArk).
• Troubleshoot network and security issues related to segmentation, URL filtering, packet inspection, certificates, and cloud security (AWS/Azure).
• Contribute to improving SOC processes, documentation, and incident response procedures.
• Provide security recommendations to clients and stakeholders, ensuring compliance with best practices.
• Collaborate with teams to automate tasks using PowerShell/Python/Bash and adopt IaC (Infrastructure as Code) practices.
• Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with a focus on root cause analysis and innovative problem-solving.

Essential Qualifications

• 2+ years of cybersecurity experience in an MSP or similar client-facing role.
• Hands-on expertise in:
  
  • NextGen Firewalls, Cloud SASE, WAF, and Identity/PAM solutions.
  • Networking fundamentals (OSI Model, TCP/IP, segmentation).
• Familiarity with CyberArk, Cloudflare, Zscaler, or similar tools (certifications a plus).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot under tight deadlines.
• Experience contributing to client reports, stakeholder briefings, and SOC improvements.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

Desirable Skills

• Vendor certifications (Palo Alto, Zscaler, CyberArk, Cloudflare, or Check Point).
• Knowledge of scripting (Python/PowerShell/Bash) and cloud security (AWS/Azure).
• Understanding of IaC (Terraform, Ansible) for security device management.
• Active in cybersecurity forums, webinars, or professional networks (ISC2, ISACA).
• Home lab experience or personal projects demonstrating security curiosity.

What we Offer 

• Health Insurance: We provide medical coverage up to 20 lakh per annum, which covers you, your spouse, and a set of parents. This is available after one month of successful engagement.
• Professional Development: You'll have access to a monthly upskill allowance of ₹5000 for continued education and certifications to support your career growth.
• Leave Policy: Vacation Leave (VL): 10 days per year, available after probation. You can carry over or encash up to 5 unused days.
  • Casual Leave (CL): 8 days per year for personal needs or emergencies, available from day one.
  • Sick Leave: 12 days per year, available after probation.
• Flexible Work Hours or Remote Work Opportunities – Depending on the role and project.
• Outsourced Benefits such as Paternity Leave, Maternity Leave, etc.