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.

Accountabilities

• 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

How Jobgether works:

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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