Security Operations Engineer
About the role
The Security Operations Engineer at London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) will work at the intersection of engineering, automation, analytics, and reporting to enhance the organization's security operations. The role involves retrieving, manipulating, and analyzing large and complex datasets from across the security estate, transforming raw data into actionable insights that drive operational improvements. Responsibilities include integrating platforms, onboarding new data sources, automating manual activities, developing dashboards, reporting products, and SOAR workflows, and supporting the evolution of the Security Fusion Centre. The position requires close collaboration with stakeholders from various security disciplines to deliver solutions that improve collaboration, visibility, and operational outcomes. LSEG offers a collaborative and inclusive culture, with a focus on innovation, continuous improvement, and employee wellbeing.
Must have
- Experience in cyber security, engineering, technology, analytics, computer science or a related discipline, gained through education, professional experience or equivalent practical application.
- Experience working with Splunk or another enterprise SIEM platform, including searching, reporting, dashboards and operational analysis.
- Experience retrieving, manipulating and analysing large or complex datasets using technologies such as Excel, Splunk, SQL, Power BI or similar tools.
- Ability to interpret technical and operational data, identify meaningful trends and translate findings into actionable insight and recommendations.
- Familiarity with SOAR platforms, workflow automation, APIs, case management solutions or system integrations.
- Ability to develop scripts or code using Python, PowerShell, JavaScript or similar languages to support automation, integration and data processing.
- Experience gathering requirements, understanding operational challenges and contributing to practical technical solutions.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Demonstrated initiative, curiosity and a willingness to take ownership of outcomes and continuous improvement opportunities.
- A collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively across multiple teams and disciplines.
Nice to have
- Experience with Splunk Enterprise Security, Tines, Cortex XSOAR, Swimlane or similar technologies.
- Experience within Security Operations, Threat Intelligence, Fusion Centres, Fraud, Physical Security, Resilience or Risk functions.
- Experience supporting data-driven operational, regulatory or management reporting.
- Knowledge of cloud platforms, enterprise integration patterns or data engineering concepts.
- Experience developing automation, AI-enabled workflows or analytics solutions.
- Understanding of software engineering practices including version control, testing and deployment processes.
- Relevant certifications from providers such as Splunk, Microsoft, ISC2, CompTIA, SANS or Palo Alto Networks.
Technologies
- Data Engineering
- Excel
- JavaScript
- Palo Alto Networks
- Power BI
- PowerShell
- Python
- SIEM
- Splunk
- SQL
Highlights
LSEG is recognized as a Great Place to Work® in India for 2025. The company offers tailored benefits including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days, and wellbeing initiatives. The organization values diversity and is an equal opportunities employer. Application details are not specified in the listing.
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