Security Operations Expert

Fortinet, Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k)

11 Paid Holidays

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Comprehensive Leave

Job summary

Fortinet, Inc. in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Security Operations Expert to join our SOC team. You will lead security monitoring, incident response, and vulnerability management across critical tools, including FortiSOAR, FortiSIEM, and FortiAnalyzer.

The role emphasizes detection engineering, playbook tuning, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. You will work on policy updates, automation, and reporting for technical and executive audiences, ensuring high standards of cybersecurity and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 5+ years in security operations, incident response, or vulnerability management.
• Hands-on experience with FortiSOAR, FortiSIEM, FortiAnalyzer; Json/Jinja playbooks preferred.
• Strong understanding of detection engineering and alert tuning.
• Familiarity with Python/PowerShell for automation.
• Knowledge of NIST/ISO 27001 frameworks and compliance standards.
• Industry CISSP/GIAC/CEH or equivalent preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for technical and executive audiences.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to security incidents per incident response protocols.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and lead remediation efforts.
• Perform log analysis and investigations for threat identification.
• Administer security tools (SOAR, SIEM, AV) and ensure configurations.
• Fine-tune detection and alerting to reduce false positives.
• Assess and improve policies, configurations, and procedures.
• Maintain situational awareness of threats, TTPs, and emerging trends.
• Develop reports and presentations for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Contribute to SOC workflow improvements and integrations.

Skills

Security operations

Incident response

Vulnerability management

Detection engineering

SIEM/EDR

Python

PowerShell

Communication skills

Industry certifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

FortiSOAR

FortiSIEM

FortiAnalyzer

Job description

Join Fortinet, a cybersecurity pioneer with over two decades of excellence, as we continue to shape the future of cybersecurity and redefine the intersection of networking and security. At Fortinet, our mission is to safeguard people, devices, and data everywhere. We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Security Operations Expert to join our SOC team, responsible for the security monitoring and management systems. This role encompasses incident response, vulnerability management, and system administration of critical security tools. The ideal candidate will also fine-tune detection rules to enhance the effectiveness of incident detection and response workflows.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and respond to security incidents in alignment with incident response protocols.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and manage remediation efforts.
• Perform log analysis, host-based, and network forensic investigations to identify threats.
• Administer and maintain security tools such as SOAR, SIEM, Anti-Virus, and similar platforms.
• Fine-tune incident detection and alert-triggering rules to minimize false positives and improve detection accuracy.
• Analyze and improve security measures by assessing and updating policies, configurations, and procedures.
• Maintain situational awareness by tracking emerging threats, attack patterns, and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Develop comprehensive reports and presentations for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Contribute to the SOC’s continuous improvement by refining workflows, automation, and system integrations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in security operations, incident response, or vulnerability management.
• Hands‑on experience administering and configuring security tools such as FortiSOAR, FortiSIEM, and FortiAnalyzer. Understanding and building playbooks in SOAR in Json/Jinja experience is preferred.
• Strong understanding of detection engineering, fine‑tuning alerting rules, and managing SIEM/EDR systems.
• Proficiency in security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and compliance standards.
• Familiarity with scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for task automation and tool customization.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for rapid issue resolution under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for technical and executive audiences.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, GIAC, CEH, or equivalent are highly preferred.

About Our Team:

Join our team, known for its collaborative ethos, working seamlessly with global customers, internal engineering teams and product development groups. Our team culture emphasizes continuous learning, innovation, and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction. We embrace Fortinet’s core values of openness, teamwork and innovation, fostering an environment where team members support each other, share knowledge, and leverage AI to solve complex technical challenges. Our inclusive and dynamic team thrives on collaboration and is driven by the shared goal of maintaining Fortinet’s high standards of excellence in cybersecurity solutions.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $92,000-$112,000. Fortinet offers employees a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), 11 paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time, as well as a comprehensive leave program.

Wage ranges are based on various factors, including the labour market, job type, and job level. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

All roles are eligible to participate in the Fortinet equity program. Bonus eligibility is reviewed at the time of hire and annually at the Company’s discretion.

Why Join Us:

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply. We offer a supportive work environment and a competitive Total Rewards package to support you with your overall health and financial well-being.

Embark on a challenging, enjoyable, and rewarding career journey with Fortinet. Join us in bringing solutions that make a meaningful and lasting impact to our 890,000+ customers around the globe.

Why Join Us:

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply. We offer a supportive work environment and a competitive Total Rewards package to support you with your overall health and financial well-being. Embark on a challenging, enjoyable, and rewarding career journey with Fortinet. Join us in bringing solutions that make a meaningful and lasting impact to our 660,000+ customers around the globe.