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
• Collaborate with SOC analysts and incident responders to identify and implement automation opportunities
• Monitor automation pipeline health and troubleshoot failed executions or API connectivity issues
• Continuously optimize detection coverage by mapping to frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK
• Tune and optimize alerts to reduce false positives and improve signal quality
• Document workflows, technical configurations, and security processes

Requirements

• Three years of experience in security operations, detection engineering, or SOAR development
• Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar)
• Familiarity with EDR/XDR tools (e.g., CrowdStrike, Defender, 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 with REST APIs and system integrations

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related field
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker or Kubernetes
• Proficiency in query languages such as KQL, SPL, or SQL
• Understanding of attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
• 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.