SOAR Engineer

IQUASAR; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

IQUASAR in Norfolk, VA is seeking a security engineer to contribute to Threat Defense Solutions, focusing on detection, automation, and AI capabilities to help clients achieve measurable security maturity.

The role collaborates with in-house teams to select tools and translate customer needs into practical, secure solutions, while taking a critical design approach to identify gaps, propose alternatives, and balance security with business goals.

Qualifications

• Requires SECRET clearance and DoD/agency experience.
• Experience building security automation and SOAR playbooks.
• Proficiency in Python and API integrations is expected.

Responsibilities

• Develop Threat Defense Solutions focusing on detection, automation, and AI capabilities.
• Collaborate with in-house teams to select tools and translate customer needs into secure, effective plans.
• Apply a critical design approach to identify gaps, propose alternatives, and balance security with business needs.

Skills

SECRET Clearance

DOD 8570/8140 certified

DoD/government experience

Security automation

SOAR playbooks

Python

API integrations

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Description

• Responsible for key contributions in developing Threat Defense Solutions, focusing on detection, automation, and development of artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, which enable the client to achieve measurable growth and maturity.
• Work with in-house teams to identify the right mix of tools, techniques, and procedures to translate customer needs and future goals into a plan that will enable secure and effective solutions.
• Take a critical approach to solution design, identifying gaps, providing alternatives, and customizing solutions to maintain a balance of security and business needs.

Requirements

Required Skills:

• SECRET Clearance
• HS Diploma or GED minimum
• DOD 8570/8140 certified (IAT Level II, e.g. CompTIA Security )
• Experience supporting DoD or government agencies
• Experience building out security automation capabilities based on analyst requirements
• Experience with playbook development using Security Orchestration and Automated Response (SOAR) platforms such as Tines, Palo Alto XSOAR, Splunk Phantom, or Swimlane
• Experience with programming using Python
• Experience with integrating solutions via APIs and creating custom apps or integrations

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Linux administration
• Experience with containerization technology such as Docker, Kubernetes, or Podman
• Experience with log management platforms such as the Elastic Stack or Splunk
• Experience supporting Defensive Cyber Operations
• Experience with integrating with AI systems
• Experience with designing and implementing robust, scalable, and efficient CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Configuration as Code (CaC)
• Experience with application containerization
• Experience with network automation in Python and Ansible
• Knowledge of AI gateway security and Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) principles