Security Automation Engineer

S&P Global • Princeton, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field, or equivalent professional experience in security automation and orchestration
• 5+ years of proven experience designing and implementing security automation solutions in enterprise environments with hands-on SOAR platform expertise
• Strong proficiency in Python programming and experience with detection technologies such as YARA, along with REST API development and third-party service integrations
• Deep technical expertise across security platforms including SIEM technologies (such as Splunk, QRadar, or Sentinel), SOAR platforms (such as Phantom, Demisto, 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)
• Strong understanding of incident response frameworks including MITRE ATT&CK, security operations workflows, and the ability to translate operational requirements into scalable technical solutions

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Google SecOps platform and familiarity with integrating Agentic AI and Large Language Models into security workflows for enhanced automation and decision-making
• Advanced knowledge of identity and access management platforms such as Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, or SailPoint, along with email security solutions like Proofpoint or Mimecast
• Proven 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)
• Strong presentation and communication skills with demonstrated ability to present metrics, operational insights, and program outcomes to executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders

Responsibilities

• 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 response
• Build and maintain secure integrations across security, identity, and cloud platforms using APIs and custom code, ensuring scalable solutions that meet compliance and governance requirements
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with SOC, Detection Engineering, and Incident Response teams to identify automation opportunities and translate operational needs into technical solutions
• Deploy cloud-based security infrastructure using infrastructure-as-code practices, managing role-based access controls and supporting disaster recovery initiatives
• Incorporate cutting-edge AI technologies including Agentic AI and Large Language Models into security workflows to enhance decision-making and contextual understanding
• Produce executive-level reporting on automation performance metrics and ROI, presenting program effectiveness to leadership while supporting strategic security initiatives

Benefits

• Health care coverage designed for the mind and body
• Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on
• Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills
• Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs
• Perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families
• From retail discounts to referral incentive awards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level