SOC Automation Engineer

Who we are

We're a leading, global security authority that's disrupting our own category.  Our encryption is trusted by the major ecommerce brands, the world's largest companies, the major cloud providers, entire country financial systems, entire internets of things and even down to the little things like surgically embedded pacemakers.  We help companies put trust - an abstract idea - to work. That's digital trust for the real world.

Job summary

The Security Operations Canter (SOC) provides DDoS detection and mitigation services for DigiCert and customer's networks.  The SOC also provides all Customer Support capabilities for the UltraSecurity service.  We are seeking a SOC Automation Engineer focused on creating automations and integrations to reduce manual processes and eliminate SOC technical debt. The person should have firsthand experience supporting Security Operations Centers and hands on experience working with security engineering, cloud platforms, and IT infrastructure.

In this role, the SOC Automation Engineer will contribute to a team that will address repeatable security design patterns and integrate various IT and Cybersecurity platforms. A combination of technical skills, security knowledge, and strong problem-solving abilities is essential for success in this position.

What you will do

• Design and implement automation use-cases and workflows for the Security Operations Center.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and improve security processes.


• Develop, test, and maintain automated IT and security processes.


• Analyze systems and identify areas for automation.


• Create and maintain detailed documentation of security automation processes and procedures.


• Write code/scripts/automation to increase SOC efficiencies and reduce errors.


• Monitor and troubleshoot automated security systems to ensure they are functioning effectively.

What you will have

• Python, Go, or other relevant programming languages to support automation.


• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity operations, including ticket triage, escalations, alerting. Experience with DDoS attacks and mitigations a plus.


• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or relevant experience.


• Working knowledge of Git.


• Experience with infrastructure on cloud platforms a plus.


• Familiarity with tools such as Zendesk ticketing systems, Atlassian suite or services.


• Fluent in writing and speaking English.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills.


• Demonstrated ability to engage in continuous learning and applying strong analytical skills to respond to customer needs and problem-solving.

Benefits

• Generous time off policies


• Top shelf benefits


• Education, wellness and lifestyle support

Digicert offers a competitive benefits package for all of our full-time employees.

DigiCert is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in its workforce. In compliance with applicable federal and state laws, DigiCert prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran’s status, status as a qualified person with a disability, or genetic information. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified person with disabilities, and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.