MDR Security Engineer - Automation & SOAR Specialist

Varonis; Morrisville (NC); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Varonis is looking for an MDR Security Engineer based in the Raleigh, North Carolina area. This role involves building and operating automation systems to enhance detection and response in global MDR operations.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in Security Operations and automation design, with strong skills in scripting and SOC processes. The position includes maintaining SOAR workflows and improving incident response quality through automation.

This is a hybrid role offering dynamic work opportunities and meaningful contributions to our security operations.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Security Operations, MDR, Incident Response, or Security Engineering.
• 2-3+ years of hands-on experience with SOAR platforms and security automation.
• Strong understanding of alert triage and incident response workflows.

Responsibilities

• Maintain SOAR playbooks and workflows across the MDR platform.
• Build production-grade automation systems for alert triage and investigation.
• Partner with teams to automate operational workflows.

Skills

Experience in Security Operations

Experience with SOAR platforms

Scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash)

Understanding of SOC operations

Analytical thinking

Tools

SIEM

EDR/XDR

IAM/AD

Job description

Varonis is looking for an MDR Security Engineer based in the Raleigh, North Carolina area. This role involves building and operating automation systems to enhance detection and response in global MDR operations.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in Security Operations and automation design, with strong skills in scripting and SOC processes. The position includes maintaining SOAR workflows and improving incident response quality through automation.

This is a hybrid role offering dynamic work opportunities and meaningful contributions to our security operations.