SOC Engineer

Job DescriptionMISSION:Ensure EMG's digital assets, cloud platforms, applications, infrastructure, APIs, and data ecosystems are continuously monitored, protected, and defended against cyber threats.The SOC Engineer is responsible for:Building and tuning security detectionsOperating EMG's SIEM/SOAR platforms (Splunk, cloud-native tools)Handling cyber investigations and forensics activitiesEnhancing visibility across cloud, on-prem, and application layersSupporting threat hunting, response, and vulnerability remediationEnsuring alignment with EMG security policies, CISO directives, and regulatory obligationsThis role is essential for maintaining EMG's cybersecurity resilience in a hybrid and modernized technology landscape.MAIN RESPONSABILITIES:1. Security Monitoring & Detection Engineering● Develop and maintain detection rules, dashboards, alerts, correlation logic, and analytics within:Splunk (SIEM)SOAR (such as n8n)cloud-native SIEM/SOC toolsendpoint detection tools (EDR/XDR)identity logs● Build detections and emerging threat patterns.● Configure, monitor and troubleshoot security infrastructure devices and services such as EDR, DLP or CASB● Identify opportunities for, and promote automation and new technical solutions and security tools to help mitigate security vulnerabilities and improve efficiency2. Incident Investigation & Threat Response● Perform L3 investigation of security alerts, including:anomalous authentication eventssuspicious network activitiesendpoint compromisescloud misconfigurationsAPI misuse or credential abuse● Execute containment and remediation actions in collaboration with cybersecurity teams, IT Ops and Engineering teams● Produce clear incident reports and contribute to RCA and continuous improvement.● Establishing disaster recovery procedures and conducting breach of security drills.3. Threat Hunting● Conduct proactive threat hunts using:log patternsanomalous behavior detectionthreat intel feedshistorical investigationscloud & API-specific threat vectors● Identify gaps in security visibility and propose instrumentation improvements.4. Security Logging & Observability Integration● Ensure complete and reliable logging coverage across:Cybersecurity tools (EDR, DLP, etc.)APIscloud workloadsnetwork trafficdatabasesCI/CD systems (GitLab)● Work with Observability teams to ensure correlated visibility (Dynatrace + Splunk).5. Vulnerability & Attack Surface Support● Support vulnerability management by correlating findings with real activity logs.● Validate remediation and track exploitation attempts related to EMG systems.● Assist IT Ops and Engineering teams to prioritize and mitigate vulnerabilities.6. Cyber Security Controls Validation● Validate enforcement of cybersecurity standards (E.g., Zero Trust, MFA, encryption, identity governance).● Test security controls effectiveness through simulations or red-team collaboration.7. Documentation, Playbooks & Knowledge Sharing● Maintain SOC runbooks, response playbooks, detection documentation, and forensic procedures.● Identify and communicate current and emerging security threats8. Collaboration Across IT & Business● Work closely with:CISO (governance, escalation, risk alignment)Cybersecurity Architecture ManagerIAM teamsCloud & Production ServicesNetwork & Infrastructure OpsDomain Engineering Teams● Ensure consistent communication and coordination during incidents and monitoring activities.IDEAL EXPERIENCE:3-8 years in SOC, security operations, detection engineering, incident response, or cyber defense roles.Hands-on experience with Splunk SIEM, SOAR tools, EDR/XDR, and cloud logging.Understanding of cloud security (AWS/GCP), API security, microservices architecture.SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:Strong log analysis, correlation, and detection engineering ability.Understanding of attacker techniques, threat vectors, malware behavior, identity attacks.Ability to operate during high-pressure security incidents.Knowledge of IAM flows, network security, and container security.OTHER PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:Analytical, methodical, and rigorous.Calm under pressure; reliable during crises.Highly ethical and trustworthy.Curious and proactive in threat intelligence and detection improvement.Risk-oriented: ability to detect, assess risks, and propose realistic solutionsBusiness-focused: ability to understand business prioritiesEuropcar Mobility GroupEuropcar Mobility Group is a global mobility player, with 75 years of mobility services expertise and a leading position in Europe. "We help to change the way you move" is what we stand for and brings us together.We offer to individuals and businesses a wide range of car and van rental services, be it for a few hours, a few days, a week, a month or more, on-demand or on subscription, relying on a fleet of more than 250.000 vehicles, equipped with the latest engines including an increasing share of electric vehicles.Our brands address differentiated needs, use cases and expectations: Europcar - a global leader of car rental and light commercial vehicle rental, with a premium positioning, Goldcar - a frontrunner at providing low-cost car rental services in Europe, and Fox-Rent-A-Car, one of the main players in the car rental market in the US, with a "value for money" positioning.Customers' satisfaction is at the heart of the Group's ambition and that of our more than 8,000 employees, everywhere we deliver our mobility solutions, thanks to a strong network in over 130 countries.More info at: www.europcar-mobility-group.com