Senior Cybersecurity Analyst
About The Position
Join our team as a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst on the Optum Technology Cyber Defense team based in Raleigh, NC (or remote). In this senior role, you will be at the forefront of security automation and innovation. You will lead the design, development, and maintenance of Splunk SOAR playbooks and custom applications, translating complex security operations and incident response requirements into robust, scalable automation solutions. Partnering closely with Cyber Defense, SOC, and incident response teams, you will identify high-impact automation opportunities and streamline critical workflows. By leveraging enterprise-approved AI tools, you will support AI-assisted analyst workflows, driving operational productivity and bringing advanced efficiency to our defensive capabilities. Join us and shape the future of intelligent cybersecurity operations. You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED
- 3+ years of Python development experience
- 3+ years of cybersecurity experience
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with Splunk SOAR, including custom application and action development
- 1+ years of experience with Python, API integrations, and automation design
- 1+ years of experience with GitHub and project/work tracking tools (such as GitHub Projects)
- 1+ years of experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, and GCP)
- 1+ years of experience in translating ambiguous or complex requirements into scalable technical solutions
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related technology field (or equivalent professional experience in lieu of a degree)
- Experience with Splunk Enterprise Security (ES) and Splunk Search Processing Language (SPL)
- Experience with CI/CD and source control practices for security automation content
- Experience creating reusable automation frameworks
- Experience with AI agents, LLM-integrated workflows, or AI-assisted analyst workflows
- Familiarity with AI governance concepts, including approval workflows, guardrails, and human-in-the-loop design
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain Splunk SOAR playbooks, automations, and custom applications or actions to streamline cybersecurity operations
- Translate complex security operations and incident response requirements into effective, scalable, and resilient automation solutions
- Integrate SOAR workflows seamlessly with security tools, APIs, and enterprise platforms
- Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions to address complex cyber defense challenges, emphasizing the responsible and ethical use of AI
- Partner with Cyber Defense, SOC, and incident response teams to proactively identify automation opportunities and optimize overall operational workflows
- Use and leverage enterprise-approved AI tools to automate repetitive tasks, optimize security workflows, and drive continuous operational improvements
- Provide senior-level technical leadership, mentoring other analysts, and contributing to automation standards, reusable frameworks, and industry best practices
- Evaluate emerging technology trends, including AI advancements, to inform solution design, security automation, and strategic innovation
- Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions to address complex business challenges with emphasis on responsible use of AI
Benefits
- a comprehensive benefits package
- incentive and recognition programs
- equity stock purchase
- 401k contribution
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
