Security Automation & AI SOC Engineer

Security Automation & AI SOC Engineer

Full-Time 58500 - 71500 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Adecco

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Design and implement security automation workflows using cutting-edge AI technologies.
  • Company: Join a dynamic retail tech team in London focused on innovative security solutions.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay up to £750 per day, flexible work arrangements, and potential for contract extension.
  • Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for continuous learning and career growth.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in cybersecurity by transforming Security Operations with automation and AI.
  • Qualifications: Experience in Security Operations and hands-on automation skills are essential.

The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 £ per year.

Location: London (2 days per week onsite)

Remuneration: Up to £750 per day

Contract Details: Temporary, Initial 6 Months (strong likelihood of extension)

Overview:

Join our client's dynamic team as a Security Automation & AI SOC Engineer and help reshape the future of Security Operations! This isn't your typical SOAR engineering position. You'll be at the forefront of designing and embedding scalable operational processes and automation frameworks, while integrating AI in a meaningful way. If you have a passion for security automation and a knack for AI adoption, this is the role for you!

Responsibilities:

  • Security Automation
    • Design, develop, and maintain security automation workflows using hyperautomation platforms like Torq, Tines, Swimlane, and Cortex XSOAR.
    • Identify and automate manual, repetitive SOC activities to enhance efficiency.
    • Develop automated triage, enrichment, and response workflows that make a difference.
    • Improve integrations across security tools and collaboration systems.
    • Establish best practises and governance for automation development.
  • AI-Enabled Security Operations
    • Assess and introduce AI capabilities safely into SOC operations.
    • Design AI-assisted investigation and triage processes to support analysts.
    • Create governance models for AI workflows and measure their effectiveness.
    • Define the future operational model for analysts working with automation and AI.
  • SOC Strategy & Transformation
    • Develop a comprehensive Security Automation and AI roadmap.
    • Determine the balance between human-led and automated activities.
    • Build scalable frameworks while ensuring operational quality.
    • Collaborate with SOC analysts and stakeholders to drive adoption and change.
  • Continuous Improvement
    • Measure automation outcomes and identify further optimisation opportunities.
    • Support knowledge sharing and capability uplift within the Security Operations team.
    • Stay updated on emerging industry practises around Security Automation and AI SOCs.

Essential Experience:

  • Strong background in Security Operations, Incident Response, Detection Engineering, or Security Engineering.
  • Hands-on experience with automation solutions and platforms (Tines, Swimlane, Cortex XSOAR, etc.).
  • Proven track record of improving SOC processes and workflows.
  • Practical experience with AI capabilities within a SOC environment.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Desirable Experience:

  • Experience designing an AI adoption strategy for a SOC.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, Azure, AWS, or GCP security technologies.
  • Knowledge of detection engineering and automation metrics.

What Success Looks Like:

  • Deliver meaningful reductions in manual analyst effort through automation.
  • Establish a sustainable model where analysts, automation, and AI capabilities work in harmony.
  • Improve SOC productivity while enhancing security outcomes.

If you're an innovative thinker with a passion for transforming Security Operations through automation and AI, we'd love to hear from you! Join us in making a significant impact in the cybersecurity landscape. Apply today!

Security Automation & AI SOC Engineer employer: Adecco

Adecco is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values flexibility and work-life balance, particularly for the Seasonal DBS Cleaner role in Chelmsford. Employees benefit from a competitive pension scheme and various incentives, alongside opportunities for personal growth and development within a dynamic team environment, making it a rewarding place to contribute to the cleanliness of educational settings.

Adecco

Contact Details:

Adecco Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Security Automation & AI SOC Engineer

Security Automation
AI Integration
Hyperautomation Platforms
Tines
Swimlane
Cortex XSOAR
Incident Response