SIEM Engineer Cover Letter

In response to your job posting for SIEM engineer, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for guidance on escalated issues regarding next-generation firewalls, cloud web proxy, mobile device management systems, endpoint security, vulnerability management systems, intrusion detection/prevention (IDS/IPS) systems and security incident event management (SIEM).

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Knowledge on Windows/Linux Servers, Databases, Network, Storage, Security, VMware, VBlock devices for centralizing log management
• In-depth Knowledge on protocols like SMTP, FTP, DNS, and TCP/IP stack including Application layer for alert analysis
• Knowledge on integrating SAN with SIEM for ELM log storage to facilitate HIPPA/TxDCS compliance
• Knowledge on databases like MySQL for troubleshooting and maintaining NIPS databases
• Create shell/python/Perl scripts to facilitate automated tasks
• Design and implement disaster recovery and business continuity plans, audits and enhancements for security devices
• Create and maintain the enterprise security devices architecture design
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge on IT security threat vectors, improved security processes

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the SIEM engineer position.

Previously, I was responsible for feedback into the security logging and automation platform and processes to decrease threat time to detection and increase Security Operations team efficiency.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Integrate all security and application log data into SIEM
• Tune the SIEM application to suppress or alert on false positive security events
• Break-fix triage, resolution and restoration of service for SIEM components and application
• Splunk or QRadar Certification
• Expertise in application monitoring and event log management
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, Routing, Switching, Network and Application Security
• Creates solutions that creatively address customer business requirements
• Familiar with enterprise security

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the SIEM engineer position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for log analysis to support wider security operation services such as troubleshooting and the tuning of the SIEM tools.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Knowledge on regulations like HIPPA, NIST 800-53, TAC202
• On Call support for major incidents
• Develop and maintain effective relationship with all the clients through effective and timely communication
• Work experience in complying to regulatory requirements
• Has understanding on information security across multiple security domains such as Identify and Access Management
• Experience with SIEM support for projects and technical exchange meetings
• Professional Certifications are desirable (CGEIT, CRISC, CISM, CISA, ...)
• English and Spanish are mandatory, Portuguese is desirable

I would like to submit my application for the SIEM engineer opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for central contact point for Operation and problem management for managed security applications such as Firewall, IDS, EndPoint Security, SIEM.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Experience with various SIEM security products such as ArcSight, QRadar, Nitro, Splunk, LogRhythm and infrastructure components such as proxies, firewalls, IDS/IPS, DLP
• Information security knowledge in areas such as Enterprise end-point security products
• Splunk Power User
• Splunk Admin
• Industry Certifications (CISM, CISA, CCNA, MCSE, HISP, GSEC)
• Configure and administer the SIEM
• Installation and management of the SIEM infrastructure
• Develop SIEM content specific to the attack vectors and threats

Please consider me for the SIEM engineer opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for technical oversight to deployments, ensuring security, integrity and alignment, applying modern/innovative deployment and security techniques, included proper key management, encryption and intrusion prevention / detection.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Security + ce, CISSP certifications strongly preferred
• Experience with Security Operations Center (SOC) operations
• Experience working as a managed service provider
• Experience within DoD writing and briefing on deadline for Flag Level officers, Senior Executive Service (SES), or Senior Intelligence Service (SIS) personnel
• Custom log connector creation and maintenance
• Periodic report delivery
• Experience with RSA NetWitness, however advanced experience with other SIEM technologies, will be considered
• Experience with SNMP, Syslog, WinRM