Detection & Automation Lead

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain SOAR playbooks to automate security incident detection and response
• Create and maintain detection rules and use cases across SIEM, EDR, and other security platforms
• Integrate security tools including SIEM, EDR, threat intelligence platforms, and ticketing systems into SOAR platforms
• Develop and maintain APIs, scripts, and connectors for seamless system integration
• Analyze logs and telemetry to identify suspicious activity and improve detection coverage
• Map detections to frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK to ensure comprehensive coverage
• Tune and optimize alerts to reduce false positives and improve signal quality
• Collaborate with SOC analysts, incident responders, and threat intelligence teams to identify automation opportunities

Requirements

• 3 years of experience in security operations, detection engineering, or SOAR development
• Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Sentinel, or QRadar
• Familiarity with EDR/XDR tools like CrowdStrike, Defender, or Carbon Black
• Strong programming and scripting skills in Python, PowerShell, or JavaScript
• Experience with SOAR platforms such as Palo Alto Cortex XSOAR, Splunk SOAR, or IBM Resilient
• Proven experience working with REST APIs and system integrations
• Strong understanding of various log sources including Windows, Linux, network, and cloud

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related field
• Knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with the MITRE ATT&CK framework and attacker TTPs
• Proficiency in query languages such as KQL, SPL, or SQL
• Experience with cloud security monitoring in AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, GCIA, GCDA, GSOC, or GCIH

About the Company

Haleon is a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company dedicated to putting everyday health in the hands of millions. With a trusted portfolio of brands including Sensodyne, Panadol, Advil, and Centrum, we combine deep human understanding with trusted science to deliver better everyday health with humanity.