Cybersecurity, Privacy and Forensics - Palo Alto Networks XSIAM Engineer
PwC · Atlanta, GA, US
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About the Role
As a SecOps Engineer specializing in Palo Alto Networks XSIAM or Google technologies, you will play a pivotal role in identifying and analyzing potential threats to an organization's security, managing vulnerabilities, and safeguarding sensitive information. Within our Cybersecurity practice, you will focus on protecting organizations from cyber threats through advanced technologies and strategies, enabling the resilience of digital infrastructure. As a Senior Associate, you will leverage your skills to build meaningful client connections and navigate complex situations. You will anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, delivering quality solutions while embracing ambiguity. This role involves using critical thinking to break down complex concepts and developing a deeper understanding of the business context. You will uphold professional and technical standards, fostering personal growth and enhancing your strengths. In this role at PwC, you will be at the forefront of threat intelligence and vulnerability management, using a broad range of tools and methodologies to generate new ideas and solve problems. Your work will contribute to the overall strategy, helping to protect organizations from cyber threats and confirming the security of digital assets.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with security operations teams to tune and troubleshoot alerts and automate workflows using XSIAM’s automation capabilities.
- Conduct rule validation, performance monitoring, and incident investigations leveraging XSIAM’s advanced analytics and automation features.
- Provide recommendations for enhancing SOC efficiency through platform customization and automation.
- Assist with onboarding new data sources and security tools integration for enriched threat visibility.
- Stay current with Palo Alto Networks product updates, best practices, and emerging cybersecurity trends.
- Support documentation of platform configurations, engineering processes, incident handling procedures, and automation workflows.
- Identifying and analyzing potential threats to organizational security using advanced cybersecurity tools and techniques
- Managing vulnerabilities to prevent cyber attacks and safeguard sensitive information
- Developing secure systems and providing proactive solutions to enhance digital infrastructure resilience
- Conducting research and utilizing threat intelligence to inform security strategies and recommendations
- Implementing cloud security measures and encryption protocols to protect data integrity
- Utilizing network forensics and intrusion detection systems to monitor and respond to security incidents
- Collaborating with teams to build meaningful client connections and deliver quality cybersecurity solutions
- Navigating complex situations to deepen technical skills and grow personal brand
- Upholding professional and technical standards in alignment with firm guidelines and independence requirements
- Embracing change and using critical thinking to solve problems and generate new ideas
Requirements
- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 3 years of experience
Skills
- Proficiency in cloud security and network security platforms
- Analytical thinking to interpret complex cybersecurity data
- Cyber threat intelligence and vulnerability management research
- Adaptability to evolving cybersecurity landscapes
- Malware analysis and intrusion detection systems
- Building client connections in cybersecurity consulting environments
- Palo Alto Networks XSIAM certification or related Palo Alto Networks security certifications (PCNSE, etc.)
- Experience in SOC environments
- Knowledge of cloud security and hybrid environments
- Familiarity with other Palo Alto Networks products (Cortex XDR, Prisma Cloud)
- Experience with other SIEM and SOAR tools (Splunk, Sentinel, etc.)
- Proficiency in scripting or automation tools (e.g., Python, REST APIs)
Work Type
- Up to 40% travel
Experience Level
- Senior Associate
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree
Salary/Compensations
- $77,000 - $202,000
Benefits
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k
- Holiday pay
- Vacation
- Personal and family sick leave
About the Company
- Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work
Equal Opportunity
- As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.
- PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
- For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.