Sr Security Engineer (SOAR/Automation)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Sr Security Engineer (SOAR/Automation) in United States.

This role focuses on building the automation backbone of a modern Security Operations Center, transforming manual detection and response processes into scalable, software-driven workflows. You will design and optimize SOAR playbooks that integrate SIEM, EDR, cloud logging, and ticketing systems into unified, end-to-end incident response pipelines. The environment is highly technical and mission-driven, emphasizing operational efficiency, speed, and accuracy in threat response. You will also bring AI and LLM capabilities into security workflows to enhance triage, decision-making, and analyst productivity. This position blends security engineering, software development, and automation architecture, requiring both deep technical expertise and a product-minded approach to security operations. It is ideal for someone who thrives in complex enterprise environments and enjoys solving real-world security problems through scalable automation.

• Design, build, and maintain SOAR workflows and automated playbooks that streamline SOC operations and reduce manual analyst workload.
• Integrate security platforms including SIEM, EDR, NDR, cloud logging systems, and ticketing tools into unified automated incident response pipelines.
• Develop and optimize automation solutions that accelerate threat detection, triage, investigation, and remediation processes.
• Implement AI and LLM-powered capabilities to enhance security workflows, improving alert classification, enrichment, and decision support.
• Write production-grade scripts and automation services using Python, Go, PowerShell, or similar languages, following software engineering best practices.
• Apply CI/CD principles and Git-based workflows to manage and deploy security automation artifacts as scalable, maintainable systems.
• Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and engineering teams to strengthen detection capabilities and continuously improve security posture.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in security engineering, IT risk, or enterprise-scale security systems design and implementation.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in information security, incident response, or security operations environments.
• Proven experience building and managing SOAR platforms such as Palo Alto XSOAR or Splunk SOAR.
• Strong programming and automation skills in Python, Go, PowerShell, or similar scripting languages.
• Experience integrating SIEM, EDR, cloud security tools, and enterprise logging systems into automated workflows.
• Solid understanding of cloud environments, network protocols, system security, PKI, and secrets management.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards such as PCI DSS, HIPAA, or similar.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to operate under pressure.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation aligned with experience and expertise
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and flexible work arrangements
• Opportunities for professional certifications and ongoing training
• Strong focus on automation, innovation, and modern security engineering practices
• Collaborative engineering culture with exposure to large-scale enterprise systems
• Career growth within a highly technical and evolving security organization