SOAR Engineer

Key Role:

Display a strong background in security operations, threat detection, and security engineering. Be responsible for key contributions in developing Threat Defense Solutions, focusing on detection, automation, and development of artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities which enable the SOC to achieve measurable growth and maturity. Work with in-house teams to identify the right mix of tools, techniques, and procedures to translate your customer’s 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. Create technical solutions to identify security threats, enhance detection capabilities, and drive improvement in response efforts.

Basic Qualifications:   

• 5+ years of experience with cybersecurity engineering in network security, infrastructure security, applications or systems security, security operations, SIEM, incident response, or threat intelligence
• Experience with major automation applications, including integrating tools, designing, writing playbooks, troubleshooting, training, or supporting technical requirements
• Experience with programming languages, including Python, SOAR tools such as Splunk SOAR, XSOAR, or Tines, and working with libraries 
• Experience working with APIs such as Palo, Versa, Splunk, and Elastic, and writing API integrations within Python
• Ability to produce new playbooks and automate manual security operation procedures per the backlog and requirements from security operations teams as new security tools and controls emerge in the marketplace
• Ability to help manage an inventory of integrations that enable broader playbook creation
• Ability to work on developing connectors with tools to effectively enable end-to-end automation of security operations procedures
• Secret clearance
• HS diploma or GED
• Ability to obtain a Security+ Certification within 9 months of start date

Additional Qualifications:   

• Experience with threat intelligence tools such as ThreatQ, Analyst1, or ThreatConnect
• Experience with log management platforms, including Splunk or ELK Stack
• Experience with cybersecurity tools, including Splunk, Cisco ISE, Forescout, BigFix, Tanium, Zscaler, Palo Alto, McAfee, Carbon Black, CrowdStrike, FireEye, Cloud Security platforms, or ServiceNow
• Experience with Linux administration
• Experience with networks and network protocols, including TCP, UDP, DNS, HTTP, HTTPS, SSH, and FTP
• TS/SCI clearance
• Automation Tools Certification, including Splunk or Splunk SOAR, Security+, CEH, or CISSP Certification

Clearance: 

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

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Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.