Security Automation Engineer (SOAR/XSOAR)

TL;DR

Security Automation Engineer (SOAR/XSOAR): Designs, builds, and maintains automated response capabilities for security incidents using Palo Alto Cortex XSOAR, scaling MDR services. Focus on translating detection signals into automated, reliable, and auditable response workflows and applying 'SOAR as code' best practices.

Location: Onsite in Berchem, Belgium

Company

hirify.global helps companies in the Benelux region navigate the digital era by offering Managed Detection & Response (MDR) as a value service.

What you will do

• Design, build, and maintain response playbooks in Cortex XSOAR for security incidents.
• Translate detection alerts from SIEM and XDR platforms into automated investigation and response flows.
• Manage playbooks, integrations, scripts, and content packs using version control (Git).
• Build and maintain integrations between XSOAR and SIEM, XDR, ITSM, and other security tools.
• Collaborate with Detection Engineering and Incident Response teams to define automated investigation and response steps.
• Maintain and evolve the automation content library, continuously improving response quality and tuning playbooks.

Requirements

• Several years of professional experience in IT security and automation.
• Hands-on experience with SOAR platforms, preferably Palo Alto Cortex XSOAR.
• Comfortable building response playbooks and automations end-to-end.
• Experience with Git-based workflows and 'automation as code' principles.
• Experience integrating security platforms such as SIEM, XDR, EDR, IAM, or ITSM tools.
• Understanding of security operations and incident response processes.
• English: C1+ proficiency (written and oral).

Nice to have

• Basic system engineering knowledge (Windows, Linux, networking, identity).
• Experience with scripting (Python, JavaScript).
• Dutch and/or French communication skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Attractive salary package.
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a challenging digital world.
• Work with a technically strong, inspiring team where your ideas and initiative truly matter.
• Great vibe in a cozy office in Berchem with food, drinks, and recreational activities.
• Regular team events and a culture built on collaboration, curiosity, and excellence.