Network and security operations - lead | onsite

Network and Security Operations - Lead | SRM Tech | Onsite

About SRM Tech

SRM Technologies is a global digital and engineering partner delivering capabilities across data and AI, enterprise platforms, embedded and platform engineering, supply chain, and design-to-manufacturing services.

We work across high-impact industries such as Mobility, Life Sciences, Healthcare, and Logistics, supporting enterprises across North America, APAC, and Europe in building intelligent, future-ready ecosystems and driving transformation at scale.

As a Great Place to Work®-certified organization, we are committed to creating an environment where people can learn, grow, and thrive. We believe empowered individuals drive innovation, deliver value to customers, and play a meaningful role in shaping our collective success.

At SRM Tech, every contribution matters, and we are always looking for passionate individuals who are eager to shape their careers with us.

Location: Chennai

Work Mode: WFO (24/7 Rotational shift)

Preferred Experience: 8 – 12 years

About the Role:

The NOC + SOC Lead will be responsible for leading 24x7 Network and Security Operations, ensuring service availability, security monitoring, incident response, and operational excellence. The role will manage a team of 14 analysts, provide technical leadership, handle major incidents, drive SLA compliance, and act as the primary customer escalation point.

Key Responsibilities:

Operations & Service Delivery

Lead and manage 24x7 NOC and SOC operations. Ensure continuous monitoring, alert triage, and incident management. Manage shift coverage, resource planning, and operational governance. Drive SLA, KPI, and service quality compliance. Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly operational reviews.

Incident & Security Management

Lead Major Incident (P1/P2) management and escalation activities. Oversee security investigations, threat analysis, and incident response. Ensure rapid escalation of high and critical security incidents. Drive Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Problem Management. Govern runbooks, operational procedures, and escalation matrices.

Technical Leadership

Provide hands-on guidance across: Datadog (Infrastructure & Application Monitoring) Crowd Strike Falcon (Endpoint Security & Threat Detection) Databricks & SQL (Security and Operational Analytics) Microsoft Sentinel / Splunk Azure & AWS Cloud Operations Microsoft Defender XDR Network Technologies (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, Firewalls)

Team & Stakeholder Management

Lead, mentor, and develop NOC/SOC engineers. Drive technical training, certifications, and knowledge management. Manage customer communications and executive escalations. Ensure high-quality shift handovers and operational reporting.

Required Skills:

8+ years in NOC, SOC, or IT Operations. 3+ years managing 24x7 support teams. Strong expertise in Datadog, Crowd Strike, Databricks, SQL, SIEM platforms, and Cloud Operations. Experience in Incident Management, Security Operations, and Service Management. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Preferred Certifications

ITIL 4 Foundation / Managing Professional Microsoft SC-200 AZ-500 or AWS Security Specialty CISSP / Cy SA+ / CEH Crowd Strike Certifications Datadog Certification

Success Measures

24x7 operational and security coverage. 98% SLA compliance. Effective incident and escalation management. Strong team performance and customer satisfaction. Continuous improvement in monitoring, security posture, and operational efficiency.

SRM Tech is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We make all hiring decisions based on merit, without bias or discrimination, in line with applicable laws.