Cleared Palo Alto Security and Automation Specialist

Our client is a leading consulting firm in the DC-metro area, dedicated to developing affordable, integrated data information systems for organizations worldwide. Committed to providing rewarding career opportunities for military veterans and maintaining a "no jerks " policy, they are seeking a Cleared Palo Alto Security and Automation Specialist to join their dynamic team in Arlington, Virginia.

Responsibilities:

As an EEC XSOAR, you are critical to our customers' adoption of Cloud security integrations. You may be engaged with multiple clients as the subject matter expert, establishing relationships with them to ensure best practices for their secure cloud environments, throughout the lifecycle of their journey with our products. You'll guide them for quick and consistent adoption, accelerated integrations with new cloud security products, and real-time support and strategy.

You'll act as their trusted advisor, providing strategic guidance around complex systems to secure a digital environment. Interacting directly with the client, you'll partner closely with client personnel to guide them on their cloud security journey. Your thorough understanding of our product integrations contributes to the development of new principles and concepts - providing detailed analysis around what's working, what's not, and what could be better.

Qualifications:

• 7-9 years of experience as a Palo Alto XSOAR EEC Specialist
• Experience with security automation platforms and orchestration tools (SOAR)
• Familiarity with IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint solutions
• Experience managing complex automated security solutions in large environments
• Deep understanding of security threats, internet protocols, and cybersecurity tools and applications
• Project leadership experience, with the ability to drive organizations and resources to achieve end goals
• Detailed experience in the installation, configuration, operation, and documentation of security solutions to prevent cybersecurity threats
• Experience working in a Security Operations Center (SOC) and documenting operational workflows
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with senior leaders and technical peers
• Basic understanding of Linux or Unix and network troubleshooting analysis
• Preferred experience in Python and/or JavaScript
• Preferred experience in cybersecurity incident response
• Previous experience with STIGs, RMF, NIST publications, and/or SCAP
• Relevant certifications (e.g., GCIA, CISSP, CEH, Security+) are a plus
• SOC experience

Requirements:

• Must be within the greater Northern Virginia area (Relocation Assistance Package Available)
• Must be willing to work onsite
• Must possess an active TS SCI clearance or above

What is Important to Us:

• You are an excellent communicator in writing and speaking.
• You have the ability to work independently but also value teamwork.
• Your problem-solving skills are excellent.
• You are looking for a job where performance appraisals occur regularly, and you look forward to advancing your career.
• You seek a community of virtue-centered co-workers and clients.