Principal Consultant – SOC Transformation & XSIAM Deployment

Palo Alto Networks; Myrtle Point (OR); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity firm is seeking an expert to lead SOC transformation programs. You'll collaborate with strategic customers, modernizing Security Operations Centers with XSIAM and implementing detection strategies. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in SIEM solutions and excel in communication. The position offers flexible remote work and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Supportive environment

Opportunity for professional growth

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in deploying and integrating SIEM/security analytics solutions.
• 8+ years of experience with Security Operations Center (SOC) tooling, processes, and workflows.
• Proven track record in modernizing Security Operations Centers (SOCs).

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead strategic advisor for SOC modernization with XSIAM.
• Direct enterprise-scale XSIAM deployments from strategy to operationalization.
• Architect and implement sophisticated detection strategies.

Skills

Deploying and integrating SIEM/security analytics solutions

Security Operations Center (SOC) tooling, processes, and workflows

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Strong expertise in Regular Expressions (Regex)

Education

Relevant bachelor's degree or industry-recognized qualifications (CISSP, GIAC, etc.)

Tools

SIEM technologies such as Splunk and IBM QRadar

Job description

Overview

Why consider this job opportunity:

• Opportunity to lead and influence large-scale SOC transformation programs
• Work remotely with a flexible schedule
• Join a culture that values trust, accountability, and shared success
• Engage with strategic customers and drive measurable security outcomes
• Collaborate with high-performing teams in a supportive environment
• Contribute to the evolution of cybersecurity and customer success

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead strategic advisor and subject matter expert for SOC modernization with XSIAM
• Direct enterprise-scale XSIAM deployments from strategy to operationalization
• Architect and implement sophisticated detection strategies and correlation rules
• Transform ambiguity into structured action plans, ensuring accountability
• Build and mentor professional services teams with consulting and engineering expertise

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in deploying and integrating SIEM/security analytics solutions
• 8+ years of experience with Security Operations Center (SOC) tooling, processes, and workflows
• Proven track record in modernizing Security Operations Centers (SOCs)
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for stakeholder engagement
• Strong expertise in Regular Expressions (Regex)

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with SIEM technologies, such as Splunk and IBM QRadar
• Relevant bachelor's degree or industry-recognized qualifications (CISSP, GIAC, etc.)
• Experience acting as a trusted advisor to senior security leaders
• PreSales experience is a plus
• Ability to conceive and develop effective correlation and detection rules

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