Lead Soar Automation Engineer

Job Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description
Job Description
The Lead SOAR Automation Engineer will be a pivotal member of the Versant Cyber Defense Operations Team. This individual will lead the development, deployment, and optimization of Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) capabilities to enhance incident response efficiency and reduce manual workloads across the cybersecurity organization.
This role requires deep technical expertise in security automation, scripting, and orchestration platforms. The engineer will collaborate with incident response, threat intelligence, internal investigations, and vulnerability management teams to design automated workflows that streamline detection, triage, and remediation processes. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with hands-on experience in building scalable automation solutions and integrating them into complex enterprise environments.

Responsibilities
• Design, develop, and maintain SOAR playbooks and automation workflows using platforms such as Palo Alto Cortex XSOAR, Splunk Phantom, or similar
• Collaborate with SOC analysts, incident responders, vulnerability management analysts, and investigation analysts to identify automation opportunities and translate them into technical solutions
• Inform Cyber Leadership of all changes, and modifications to the SOAR platform
• Integrate SOAR tools with SIEM, ticketing systems, threat intelligence platforms, and other security technologies
• Continuously improve automation logic based on feedback, threat trends, and operational metrics
• Ensure playbooks are aligned with incident response procedures and compliance requirements
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior automation engineers
• Document workflows, configurations, and operational guidelines for SOAR processes
• Support incident response efforts by rapidly deploying automation during active investigations
• Evaluate emerging SOAR technologies and recommend enhancements to existing infrastructure
Qualifications
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with 2+ years focused on SOAR engineering or automation
• Proficiency in Python, JavaScript, or other scripting languages used in automation
• Experience with SOAR platforms such as Cortex XSOAR, Splunk Phantom, IBM Resilient, or similar
• Strong understanding of incident response, threat detection, and security operations workflows
• Familiarity with REST APIs, JSON, and integration of disparate security tools
• Knowledge of SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), EDR tools, and threat intelligence feeds
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience working in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and automating cloud security tasks
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, GCIA, GCIH, SOAR-specific credentials) preferred

Desired Characteristics
• Highly collaborative and self-motivated
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Passion for automation and improving operational efficiency
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Interest in media and entertainment industry is a plus
Additional Requirements:
• Fully Remote: This position has been designated as fully remote, meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non-Versant worksite, most commonly an employee's residence.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $145,000 - $175,000 (bonus eligible)
We are accepting applications for this position on an ongoing basis.
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