Sr. Security Automation Engineer
| Company | Stanley Black & Decker |
|---|---|
| Location | New Britain, CT, USA, Towson, MD, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
| Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on security operations and incident response.
- Proven experience with SOAR platforms (e.g., Splunk Phantom, Palo Alto Cortex XSOAR, IBM Resilient, etc.) and automation scripting (Python, PowerShell, etc.).
- Strong understanding of security frameworks, incident response methodologies, and threat intelligence.
- Familiarity with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight, QRadar) and other security technologies.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement SOAR solutions to automate security operations and incident response workflows.
- Collaborate with security analysts, incident responders, and other stakeholders to identify automation opportunities and improve existing processes.
- Create and maintain playbooks for incident response, threat hunting, and other security operations tasks.
- Integrate SOAR tools with existing security technologies (SIEM, threat intelligence platforms, firewalls, etc.) to enhance data collection and response capabilities.
- Monitor and analyze security events and incidents, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Conduct regular testing and validation of SOAR workflows to ensure effectiveness and efficiency.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in cybersecurity and SOAR, and evaluate new tools and solutions for potential adoption.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous learning.
- Document processes, workflows, and best practices to ensure consistency and compliance with industry standards.
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent) are a plus.
- Experience in coordinating work across multiple functions and be adept at building consensus across organizational and functional lines.
- Strong analytical skills, including data analysis, trend analysis, problem solving and project management skills.