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About the Role

83zero is seeking an experienced XSOAR Automation Consultant for a 12-month B2B contract position within a high-profile cyber security programme in the UAE. This role focuses on enhancing security operations through automation, orchestration, and workflow optimization.

Role Purpose and Context

The primary objective of this position is to streamline Security Operations by developing intelligent playbooks and ensuring seamless integration across enterprise security platforms. The consultant will collaborate with SOC analysts and security engineering teams to automate repetitive tasks, accelerate incident response times, and improve overall operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize automation solutions using Palo Alto Cortex XSOAR.
• Create, maintain, and enhance automated playbooks to boost SOC efficiency and minimize manual intervention.
• Integrate XSOAR with SIEM, XDR, EDR, ticketing systems, and other third-party security technologies.
• Develop automated workflows for alert ingestion, enrichment, triage, investigation, and response.
• Build custom integrations and automation scripts using Python as required.
• Collaborate with SOC, Security Engineering, and Infrastructure teams to identify automation opportunities.
• Troubleshoot automation, integration, and platform performance issues, while continuously improving workflows.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience implementing and supporting Palo Alto Cortex XSOAR.
• Strong background in security automation, orchestration, and SOC operations.
• Demonstrated experience in developing XSOAR playbooks, integrations, and workflow automation.
• Hands-on experience integrating XSOAR with SIEM, XDR, EDR, and other enterprise security platforms.
• Proficiency in scripting using Python; PowerShell and JavaScript skills are advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and business stakeholders.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience with Cortex XSIAM and/or Cortex XDR.
• Palo Alto Networks certifications (*, XSOAR, XSIAM, PCNSE).
• Experience with cloud security technologies across AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Previous experience delivering enterprise security projects within large-scale environments.

Contract Details

This is a 12-month contract position structured as a B2B engagement.