Senior Security Automation & SOAR Engineer

About the Role:Grade Level (for internal use):11Job DescriptionThe Team:The Cyber Fusion Center protects the business by fusing threat intelligence, monitoring, detection engineering, and response into one proactive, intelligence-led defense capability that breaks down silos to reduce risk and strengthen security across the enterprise. The team prioritizes collaboration, continuous learning, and innovation, with shared ownership of outcomes and a supportive learning mindset during high-pressure situations. You'll work in a hands-on, build-driven environment with strong team collaboration, rapid learning through real use cases, and clear opportunities to mature automation across the security program.Responsibilities and Impact:Architect and develop SOAR playbooks and automated workflows to streamline incident triage, containment, and remediation processes, directly improving SOC efficiency and reducing mean time to responseBuild and maintain secure integrations across a comprehensive ecosystem of security, IT, and business platforms including security tools, identity systems, cloud services, network infrastructure, ticketing systems, and communication platforms using APIs and custom code to support end-to-end incident response workflowsLead cross-functional collaboration with SOC, Detection Engineering, and Incident Response teams to identify automation opportunities and translate operational needs into technical solutionsDeploy cloud-based security infrastructure using infrastructure-as-code practices, managing role-based access controls and supporting disaster recovery initiativesIncorporate cutting-edge AI technologies including Agentic AI and Large Language Models into security workflows to enhance decision-making and contextual understandingProduce executive-level reporting on automation performance metrics and ROI, presenting program effectiveness to leadership while supporting strategic security initiativesWhat We're Looking For:Basic Required Qualifications:5+ years of proven experience designing and implementing security automation solutions in enterprise environments with hands-on SOAR platform expertise and demonstrated leadership in automation initiatives.Strong hands-on incident response experience with demonstrated ability to translate response procedures into scalable automated workflows.Strong proficiency in Python programming and experience with detection technologies such as YARA, along with REST API development and third-party service integrationsDeep technical expertise across security platforms including SIEM technologies (such as Splunk, Elastic, or Sentinel), SOAR platforms (such as Phantom, XSOAR, or Swimlane), and EDR solutions (such as CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or Microsoft Defender)Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure deployment particularly in AWS environments, using infrastructure-as-code tools (such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Pulumi)Experience with data manipulation and analysis tools (such as Pandas, SQL, or Elasticsearch) for processing high-volume security telemetry and creating sophisticated automation triggersAdditional Preferred Qualifications:Experience with Google SecOps platform and familiarity with integrating Agentic AI and Large Language Models into security workflows for enhanced automation and decision-makingAdvanced knowledge of identity and access management platforms such as Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, or SailPoint, along with email security solutions like Proofpoint or MimecastProven experience in development lifecycle best practices including version control systems (such as Git, GitLab, or Bitbucket), containerization technologies (such as Docker, Podman, or containerd), and CI/CD platforms (such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps)Experience with threat intelligence platforms (such as ThreatConnect, Anomali, or MISP) and integrating threat feeds into automated response workflowsStrong presentation and communication skills with demonstrated ability to present metrics, operational insights, and program outcomes to executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholdersCompensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only):S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $140,000 to $155,000. Base salary ranges may vary by geographic location.In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for additional compensation such as annual incentive bonus plan.This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits.What’s In It For You?Our Mission: Advancing Essential Intelligence.Our People:We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.Our Values:Integrity, Discovery, PartnershipThroughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.Benefits:We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.Our benefits include: Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.For more information on benefits by country visit: Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.Recruitment Fraud Alert:If you receive an email from a spglobalind.com domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to View email address on click.appcast.io. 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If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: View email address on click.appcast.io and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.  US Candidates Only: Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal-----------------------------------------------------------20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), IFTECH202.2 - Middle Professional Tier II (EEO Job Group)SummaryLocation: New York, NY; Princeton, NJ; Colorado, USType: Full time