Cybersecurity Principal Engineer-SOAR Development

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Regular or Temporary:

Regular

Language Fluency:  English (Required)

Work Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Please review the following job description:

Responsible for developing and maintaining the technical IT / cyber security capabilities necessary for safeguarding the firm’s information systems and applications (software development lifecycle). Be a Team Leader and Subject Matter Expert in Security Automation, DevOps, SDLC, and bring fresh insight and sound development practices to the Cyber Defense SOAR Development Team. Design, plan, test, and implement phases of cybersecurity technology projects, with a focus on integrating and operationalizing Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI within cybersecurity use cases.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job.  Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below.  Specific activities may change from time to time. 

• Focus on the development, maintenance, and delivery of new Security Orchestration and Automation content including custom RESTful API integrations, SOAR Playbooks, Automations/Scripts, Jobs, dashboards, reports, widgets, and code via Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery pipelines adhering to an Agile development practice.

• Develop and maintain technical IT/cyber capabilities including all phases of the software development lifecycle and software stack which includes threat modeling of application designs, static application security testing (SAST), software composition analysis (SCA), dynamic application security testing (DAST), and penetration testing.

• Lead efforts related to designing, planning, enhancing, and testing all cybersecurity technologies used throughout the enterprise.

• Analyze information to determine, recommend, and plan the use of new information security technologies or modifications to existing equipment and systems.

• Lead the implementation of new information security technologies or integration of existing technologies, including the operational implementation of LLMs and Generative AI.

• Use sophisticated analytical thought through models, testing, and experience to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions.

• Responsible for technical support of information security technologies providing expert problem analysis and resolution in a timely manner.

• Leads teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and complexity.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Bachelor’s degree and eight years of experience in systems engineering or administration or an equivalent combination of education and work experience

2. Deep specialized and/or broad functional knowledge in applied enterprise information security technologies including but not limited to firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, network operating systems, identity management, database activity monitoring, encryption, content filtering, and Mainframe security

3. Previous experience in leading complex IT projects

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with No-Code/Low-Code Security Orchestration and Automated Response (SOAR) tools.

• Python development experience.

• Palo Alto XSOAR Platform Expertise.

• Master’s degree or MBA and ten years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Banking or financial services experience.

• Docker, Kubernetes, containerization pipeline, and deployment experience.

• Other security certifications (e.g. CISSP, CCNA Security, GSEC, GCED, GPPA, etc.).

• Other technical Certifications (e.g. CCNA, RHCE, MCSE, etc.).

• Demonstrated knowledge of Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI, with a focus on Azure AI offerings.

• Experience operationalizing Cyber use cases with LLMs.

• Proven track record of integrating Generative AI into security solutions.

Other Job Requirements / Working Conditions

Sitting

Constantly (More than 50% of the time)

Visual / Audio / Speaking

Able to access and interpret client information received from the computer and able to hear and speak with individuals in person and on the phone.

Manual Dexterity / Keyboarding

Able to work standard office equipment, including PC keyboard and mouse, copy/fax machines, and printers.

Availability

Able to work all hours scheduled, including overtime as directed by manager/supervisor and required by business need.

Travel

Minimal and up to 10%

General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.

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