Security Automation Engineer (SOAR) - REMOTE

Shelby American, Inc.; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is on the lookout for a Security Automation Engineer to enhance its Security Operations capabilities. In this pivotal role, you'll design and implement cutting-edge automation solutions that streamline security processes and bolster incident response. Your expertise in security platforms and scripting will be key to delivering high-quality, scalable technology solutions. Join a dynamic team dedicated to protecting a growing customer base in a fast-paced environment, and make a significant impact on the organization's security posture. If you have a passion for security automation and thrive in collaborative settings, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• 1+ years of system engineering experience on security platforms.
• Proficiency in scripting languages and CI/CD environments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate within a team to deliver high-quality security solutions.
• Develop automations and dashboards to enhance detection and response.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Scripting (Python, PowerShell, JavaScript)

Communication Skills

Continuous Learning

Education

Computer Science Degree

Software Engineering Degree

Tools

Palo Alto XSOAR

Google SecOps

D3 SOAR

GIT

Job description

Binary Defense is seeking a Security Automation Engineer to join our team.

This role is critical in helping the organization reach its Security Orchestration Automation and Response (SOAR) development roadmap goals supporting enabling our Security Operations team to efficiently protect a growing customer base in a 24x7x365 environment. The Security Automation Engineer will design, develop, test, and maintain an ever-evolving SOAR implementation providing an effective, high quality, and scalable technology solution for the Binary Defense SOC to support our customers.

Responsibilities

1. Effectively collaborate within a technology delivery team to:
2. Deliver world-class security solutions of the highest quality utilizing modern software engineering practices.
3. Define, design, estimate, plan, & execute on business requirements in partnership with Product Management, internal stakeholders, & customers.
4. Write high-quality, well-tested code.
5. Develop and implement automations, dashboards, correlations and playbooks improving the quality of detection and response.
6. Systematically troubleshoot production issues and deliver timely resolutions.
7. Continuously improve self, team, and the larger organization, as well as the tools and processes for delivering and supporting technology to enable the Binary Defense SOC.

Requirements

1. Computer Science, Software Engineering, or similar degree. Equivalent real-world experience would be acceptable in lieu of degree.
2. At least 1 year of hands-on system engineering experience on security platforms (SIEMs, EDRs, SOARs, etc.).
3. Experience in Palo Alto XSOAR (Demisto), Google SecOps, D3 or other SOAR platforms.
4. Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, and JavaScript.
5. Passion for security automation and understanding of security incident response.
6. Knowledge of security frameworks including MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, etc.
7. Experience and advocate for working in an environment with CI/CD, Test Automation, and Monitoring.
8. Experience with GIT or other version control systems.
9. Experience with incremental delivery of features as part of a Software Development Life Cycle.
10. Experience successfully working with distributed teams.
11. Candidate must be able to obtain legal employment in the US. No visa sponsorship.

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
2. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
3. Continuous learner – ability and motivation to quickly learn & deliver value with new technologies.
4. Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, Security+, etc.) are a plus.