SOC Engineer

Join MHP as a SOC Engineer Professional and become a key player in our dynamic Security team.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Security Engineer with hands-on experience in Microsoft XDR technologies and a solid understanding of modern security operations. The ideal candidate will bring deep knowledge of SIEM tools, scripting for automation, and industry-standard security frameworks. You’ll play a key role in detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity threats across a variety of environments.

Skills and Tasks:

• Microsoft XDR solutions (Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and other relevant tools).
• Monitor and analyze security events and alerts generated by XDR solutions to identify potential security incidents.
• Conduct advanced threat hunting and investigations using Microsoft XDR tools to detect and respond to threats.
• Develop and implement XDR use cases, detection rules, and automated response workflows to improve threat detection and response capabilities.
• Ensure adherence to industry security standards (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS, PCI-DSS, etc.) and best practices across the organization.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce security policies, procedures, and guidelines in alignment with industry standards.
• Work with cross-functional teams to implement security controls and ensure they are effective and up-to-date.
• Collaborate with IT and other business units to remediate vulnerabilities and mitigate risks promptly.
• Assist in developing and delivering security awareness training programs to increase cybersecurity knowledge across the organization.
• Stay up to date with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and trends, and share insights with relevant stakeholders.
• Provide recommendations for improving the organization’s security posture based on analysis and trend data.
• Collaborate with IT, DevOps, and other business units to provide guidance on secure configurations, architecture, and design.
• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for Microsoft XDR technologies and security standards, providing guidance and support to the team.

Must have:

• Hands-on experience with Microsoft XDR technologies (e.g., Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Azure Security Center).
• Strong understanding of SIEM technologies and security monitoring processes.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) for automation of security tasks.
• Faimiliarity with operating systems architecture - Windows, Linux, MacOS
• In-depth knowledge of security frameworks, standards, and best practices (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, PCI-DSS).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically in high-pressure situations.
• Strong communication skills to convey complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to security challenges.
• Willingness to mentor, coach and facilitate enablement for junior colleagues.
• Very good English skills

Nice-to-haves:

• Experience in threat hunting and incident response.
• Previous experience in a SOC environment or working with managed security services.
• Experience with cloud security, particularly Azure Cloud.
• Experience with Fortinet.

As a technology and business partner, MHP has been digitizing the processes and products of its around 300 mobility and manufacturing sector customers worldwide for 29 years. For the management and IT consultancy, one thing is certain: digitization is one of the biggest levers on the path to a better tomorrow. Headquartered in Germany, the consultancy operates internationally and counts around 4,800 MHP employees.

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At MHP, continuous growth is part of the journey. We are at the forefront of digital transformation in the automotive sector. We offer an innovative, collaborative environment that supports both personal and professional development—making us an ideal partner for your career. Whether you're looking for expert input or opportunities to expand your network, you'll find both here.

What you can expect:

• Respect and recognition – We value individuality, support one another, and celebrate shared success.
• A culture of innovation – New ideas and fresh perspectives are always welcome.
• Opportunities to grow – Expand your expertise, take on more responsibility, and evolve with your role.

It's best to apply right away. It's easy online via our JobLocator. There you can send us your application documents, such as CV, certificates and, if applicable, project lists, in just a few clicks. A cover letter is not required.

By the way: When we receive your application, our recruiting team checks across departments whether there is a suitable position for you. Regardless of current job advertisements, we will try to find the most suitable job for you at MHP.

If you have any further concerns, please contact our recruiting team at MHP-TalentAcquisition-Mexico@mhp.com.