Senior Consultant - SIEM Engineer - Cybersecurity

Senior Consultant - SIEM Engineer - Cybersecurity

Location: Auckland

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Salary: Competitive

Date: 8 Jun 2026

Job description

Requisition ID: 1710160

At EY, were all in to shape your future with confidence.

Well help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Join EY and help to build a better working world.

Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai te iwi

With your contribution and my contribution, together we will thrive.

Hei Oranga Iwi | The opportunity

This role is based in our Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland) office, youll work with a values-based team of amazing technologists who are always growing, learning, and adapting, both in and out of the office.

Ko Tō Rourou | Your key responsibilities

Technical Lead for threat detection and response onboarding projects

Design, build, support, and optimise SIEM and EDR platforms used in threat detection and response services

Monitor and respond to security alarms\alerts\incidents in SIEM and EDR platforms

Escalate security alarms\alerts\incidents to clients as defined per engagement

Monitor and manage tickets in accordance with processes defined in the security operations manual and SLAs

Support junior team members in delivering SOC services to client

Participate in client facing meetings

Deliver services to contract terms and SLAs

Follow Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) practices regarding service request, incident, problem and change management

Contribute to security operations continuous improvement program

Communicate effectively with customers, teammates, and management.

Ngā Pūkenga | Skills and attributes for success

Were interested in your strengths, what you want to learn, and how far you want to go.

Proven experience within information security, specifically in a security operations and vulnerability discovery or information operations/incident role.

Strong working knowledge of at least three of the following security tools: SIEM, EDR, host-based antivirus, anti-spam gateway solutions, firewalls, IDS/IPS, server and network device hardening, data loss prevention, forensics software, vulnerability management, website security

Experience with utilising security SIEM tooling is a must. It is most beneficial to have experience with Splunk, Crowdstrike NextGen SIEM & Falcon, MS Defender/Sentinel, Tenable, Qualys, and ServiceNow.

Knowledge of general security concepts and methods

Its great, but not essential, if you have:

Experience with Windows, Linux, UNIX, any other major operating systems

Ability to mesh sound technical and security practices to problem solving

Demonstrate in-depth technical capabilities and professional knowledge

Additional certifications and training preferred in the following areas: Network Security certifications (CISSP, Security+, SANS, ISACA, Vendor Certificates), Project Management training/certification, and Quality Management (ITIL, Six Sigma, TQM, etc.) training/certification

Ko Taku Rourou | What we offer you

At EY, well fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.

Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! Well develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences

Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.

A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including up to 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally