Lead SOAR Engineer (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Lead SOAR Engineer (Cybersecurity): Design, implement, and lead Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platform with an accent on automated workflows, integrations with security tools, and incident response efficiency. Focus on building and optimizing playbooks, streamlining security operations, and providing technical leadership to the team.

Location: Austin, Texas

Company

Leading developer, publisher, and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe.

What you will do

• Lead design, development, and maintenance of SOAR playbooks, workflows, and integrations with security tools like SIEM, EDR, and threat intelligence platforms.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities to improve speed and accuracy of security operations and incident response.
• Act as domain expert for SOAR, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and support to the security team.
• Collaborate with security teams to align SOAR capabilities with overall security strategy.
• Create documentation for workflows and integrations, and develop reports to measure program success.
• Assist with SOAR tool migrations, document changes, and stay current with SOAR and automation trends.

Requirements

• 5+ years as SOAR Engineer; Security Engineer or SOC analyst experience is a plus
• Deep expertise in designing, building, and maintaining automated security workflows and playbooks using SOAR platforms.
• Hands-on experience with leading SOAR platforms (e.g., Palo Alto Cortex XSOAR, Tines, Splunk Enterprise Security).
• Advanced Python scripting for custom integrations and automation workflows.
• Strong analytical skills to identify automation opportunities and solve complex security challenges.
• Excellent communication skills to present technical information to diverse audiences.

Nice to have

• Certifications like GCED, GCIH, GMON, CEH, ISC2, or CompTIA.
• Proficiency in Go, Bash, PowerShell, or JavaScript.
• Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, or other security frameworks.
• Prior leadership of a small team or project.

Culture & Benefits

• Creative, innovative, inclusive, and dynamic work environment with focus on individual and team development.
• Medical (HSA & FSA), dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan, commuter benefits.
• In-house wellness program, learning & development opportunities, charitable giving with company match.
• Fitness allowance, employee discounts, free games & events, stocked pantries.
• Corporate events, team challenges, monthly socials, and game release celebrations.