Resident Engineer (XSOAR) - Active Security Clearance

Palo Alto Networks • Colorado Springs, CO

153d • $140,000 - $192,500

About The Position

As a Resident Engineer at Palo Alto Networks, you will enable our customers to securely integrate and automate their cloud environments, leading deployments of the Cortex XSOAR platform to accelerate detection, response, and integration across cybersecurity tools. You will serve as a trusted consultant, guiding customers through complex deployments, developing strategic automation workflows, and driving continuous improvement through real-time support and innovation. This role is onsite in Colorado Springs, CO, and requires a U.S. Citizen with an active Secret security clearance.

Requirements

• Experience with XSOAR/Automation, Deployment, EDR integration, SIEM/SOC, preferably in the DOD domain.
• Familiarity with IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint solutions.
• Working knowledge of Python or JavaScript for playbook customization.
• Experience managing complex automated security solutions in large environments.
• Deep understanding of security threats, internet protocols, and cybersecurity tools and applications.
• Project leadership experience; ability to drive organizations and resources to complete required tasks in service of end goals.
• Detailed experience in the installation, configuration, operation, and documentation of security solutions to prevent cybersecurity threats.
• Linux/Unix command-line proficiency and basic network troubleshooting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confirmed ability to communicate to senior leaders and technical peers.
• Experience with RMF, STIGs, SCAP, or NIST frameworks.
• Ability to document and explain complex security processes clearly.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant certifications such as Security+, CEH, CISSP, GCIA are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical implementations of Cortex XSOAR to automate and optimize security operations.
• Design, develop, and maintain playbooks to automate incident response workflows and streamline security operations.
• Integrate security tools (EDR, SIEM, threat intelligence platforms) with XSOAR.
• Conduct detailed analysis of operational business processes to identify automation opportunities.
• Guide strategic planning and execution of cloud security best practices.
• Prepare and maintain capacity planning, deployment documentation, and configuration guides.
• Communicate with diverse audiences, from technical engineers to C-level executives, translating complex technical information into business terms.
• Empower customer teams through enablement, training, and hands-on collaboration.

Benefits

• FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items selected by employees.
• Mental and financial health resources.
• Personalized learning opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees