Overview
Security Engineer Jobs in Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka at Virtusa
Title: Security Engineer
Company: Virtusa
Location: Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka
SOC-Engineer
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
- Threat Analysis & Triage Track and investigate security alerts, use threat intelligence, escalate complex cases, and keep informed on emerging threats.
- Incident Handling: Follow SOC playbooks, assist in containment/remediation of low-complexity threats, and document case handoffs.
- Detection Optimization: Provide input to tune detection rules, minimize false positives, and document common events for operational efficiency.
- Collaboration: Support 24/7 SOC operations, team meetings, and participate in shift handovers.
Skills & Ability
- Familiarity with SIEM, EDR, XDR tools
- Basic TCP/IP, security protocols, Microsoft 365, Windows/Linux/macOS fundamentals
- Experience with log analysis and incident triage
- Strong analytical/problem-solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure with attention to detail
Preferred
- Bachelors in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Security certifications (Security+, CySA+, eCIR, BTL1, CDSA, or equivalent)
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
