Security Operations Engineer

Tulsa, OK, US • Posted 3 days ago • Updated 2 days ago

Full Time

On-site

$135000/yr

Archon Resources

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Position: Security Operations Engineer
Position Type: Direct hire
Location: Remote

Position Summary
Our client is seeking a Security Operations Engineer to design, deploy, and operationalize Cortex XSIAM as the foundational platform that powers our Aegis Managed Detection & Response (MDR) practice.

This is not a traditional SOC analyst or incident responder role. Instead, this position is focused on engineering the security operations platforms that our customers and partners rely on. This includes building the telemetry pipelines, detections, automations, and integrations required for a modern, scalable MDR service or successful customer SOC buildout.

You will work closely with company engineering, customer stakeholders, and be a part of the SOC. This role’s primary responsibility is to ensure Cortex XSIAM is implemented in a way that enables high-fidelity detection, efficient response, and long-term operational success.

Existing experience using Cortex is preferred however training is provided and is mandatory.

Key Responsibilities
Cortex XSIAM Deployment & Engineering

Lead end-to-end deployment and implementation of Cortex XSIAM in customer environments.
Design and implement:
- Log ingestion pipelines
- Data normalization and parsing
- Entity modeling and asset context
Ensure Cortex XSIAM is fully operational and aligned with Aegis MDR requirements

Platform Integration & Enablement

Integrate Cortex XSIAM with:
- Endpoint, network, identity, cloud, and SaaS data sources
- Third-party security and IT systems
Validate telemetry coverage and data quality across customer environments

Detection & Automation Foundations

Deploy and tune:
- Correlation rules
- Analytics
- Out-of-the-box and custom detections
Implement and customize SOAR-based automations and playbooks to support MDR workflows
Optimize signal quality to reduce noise and improve detection fidelity

SOC & MDR Enablement

Ensure Cortex XSIAM deployments meet the operational needs of company’s SOC
Collaborate with SOC analysts to:
- Validate detections
- Improve investigation workflows
- Enable effective response actions
Support go-live readiness and transition to steady-state MDR operations

Engineering & Continuous Improvement

Standardize deployment patterns and implementation best practices
Contribute to internal documentation, runbooks, and reference architectures
Identify opportunities to improve scalability, efficiency, and automation across customer deployments

Qualifications & Experience
Required

2+ years of experience in security operations engineering or similar roles.
Hands-on experience deploying and engineering SIEM/XDR platforms.
Experience integrating diverse data sources such as:
- EDR/XDR
- Firewalls and network devices
- Identity providers
- Cloud platforms
Strong understanding of:
- SOC architectures
- Detection engineering concepts
- Security telemetry and logging pipelines
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

Experience with Cortex XSIAM and/or Cortex XSOAR (Demisto)
Experience with any other SOAR platforms (CrowdStrike Fusion SOAR, IBM QRadar SOAR, SentinelOne Singularity automation, etc.)
Scripting or automation skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash)
Cloud security and logging experience (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Palo Alto Networks certifications (PCNSE, PCSAE) or equivalent security certifications

To learn more about this opportunity call us at (918) 508-7000.
Apply online at ArchonResources.com.

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Dice Id: 91075133
Position Id: 6485
Posted 3 days ago

Company Info

About Archon Resources

Archon Resources, a distinguished staffing and recruiting firm, excels in direct hire and contract placement across Tulsa, Dallas, Oklahoma City, Austin, and Northwest Arkansas. Founded by industry veterans Aaron Sams and David Moore Archon began as a boutique agency with a niche focus on high-level professional staffing. Leveraging their robust backgrounds in IT and finance, they have shaped Archon into a consultancy as much as a staffing firm, offering unparalleled expertise and insight.

Our seasoned teams specialize in the placement of Finance & Accounting, Information Technology, Engineering and Operations, adeptly meeting all your team needs. At Archon, we pride ourselves on our ability to connect exceptional talent with leading companies, building lasting relationships and delivering superior results. When experience matters and you need a partner who understands the intricacies of your industry, Archon Resources is prepared to get the job done efficiently and effectively. This commitment to excellence and a deep understanding of the sectors we serve is what we call The Archon Way.

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