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Senior Soar Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$140 - $230/hr

As a Senior Manager / Principal Consultant, you will oversee a team of detection engineers and ... Strong understanding of SIEM/SOAR operations, detection logic, and threat response workflows.

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Senior Security Engineer, SOAR

$117K - $160K/yr

The Senior Security Engineer, SOAR will design and maintain security automation capabilities, develop integrations, and enhance decision-making in response to security threats. Responsibilities : • ...

Senior Security Engineer, SOAR

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$165K - $242K/yr

Senior Security Engineer, SOAR What You'll Do: CoreWeave's Detection and Response team is responsible for empowering and deploying decisive action across the enterprise to react to security threats.

As SOAR Automation Engineer, you'll move Pacific Life, and your career, forward by contributing to ... senior team members. * Implement processes and procedures to support and mature the Security ...

Senior Security Engineer, SOAR What You'll Do: CoreWeave's Detection and Response team is responsible for empowering and deploying decisive action across the enterprise to react to security threats.

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How much do senior soar engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior soar engineer in the United States is $126,557.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,500.00 and $143,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Senior SOAR Engineer?

A Senior SOAR Engineer is an experienced cybersecurity professional who specializes in the design, implementation, and management of Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platforms. They work to automate and streamline security operations, helping organizations respond to threats more efficiently. Their responsibilities often include integrating SOAR solutions with other security tools, developing automated workflows, and analyzing incident response processes. Senior SOAR Engineers also provide guidance to junior team members and collaborate with other IT and security teams to strengthen an organization’s security posture.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior SOAR Engineer?

To thrive as a Senior SOAR Engineer, you need deep expertise in cybersecurity, incident response, scripting (Python, JavaScript), and a strong understanding of security orchestration, automation, and response platforms. Familiarity with SOAR tools such as Splunk SOAR, Palo Alto Cortex XSOAR, and relevant certifications like CISSP or GIAC are typically expected. Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication are essential soft skills for collaborating with security teams and optimizing workflows. These skills ensure efficient threat detection, rapid incident response, and enhanced security operations in dynamic environments.

What are some common challenges faced by Senior SOAR Engineers when integrating new security tools into an existing automation platform?

Senior SOAR Engineers often encounter challenges such as compatibility issues between new security tools and the existing SOAR platform, as well as the need to thoroughly understand each tool's APIs and data formats. Ensuring seamless data flow and accurate incident response automation requires close collaboration with security analysts and IT teams. Additionally, maintaining consistent documentation and adapting playbooks to incorporate new tools efficiently are key aspects of the role. Overcoming these challenges not only improves the organization's security posture but also enhances the team's operational efficiency.

What is the difference between Senior Soar Engineer vs Machine Learning Engineer?

AspectSenior Soar EngineerMachine Learning Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in CS, experience with Soar architectureBachelor's or Master's in CS, experience with ML frameworks
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, AI development teamsData science teams, AI product development
Industry UsageAI research, cognitive systemsData-driven applications, predictive modeling
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

The main difference between a Senior Soar Engineer and a Machine Learning Engineer lies in their focus areas. Senior Soar Engineers specialize in cognitive architectures like Soar for AI research, while Machine Learning Engineers focus on developing models using ML frameworks. Both roles require strong programming skills and a background in AI, but they serve different applications within the AI industry.

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Infographic showing various Senior Soar Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,557 per year, or $60.8 per hour.

Senior Security Automation & SOAR Engineer

Spgi

Princeton, NJ

$140K - $155K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

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Job description

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

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Job Description

The Team:

The Cyber Fusion Center protects the business by fusing threat intelligence, monitoring, detection engineering, and response into one proactive, intelligence-led defense capability that breaks down silos to reduce risk and strengthen security across the enterprise. The team prioritizes collaboration, continuous learning, and innovation, with shared ownership of outcomes and a supportive learning mindset during high-pressure situations. You'll work in a hands-on, build-driven environment with strong team collaboration, rapid learning through real use cases, and clear opportunities to mature automation across the security program.

Responsibilities and Impact:

  • Architect and develop SOAR playbooks and automated workflows to streamline incident triage, containment, and remediation processes, directly improving SOC efficiency and reducing mean time to response

  • Build and maintain secure integrations across a comprehensive ecosystem of security, IT, and business platforms including security tools, identity systems, cloud services, network infrastructure, ticketing systems, and communication platforms using APIs and custom code to support end-to-end incident response workflows

  • Lead cross-functional collaboration with SOC, Detection Engineering, and Incident Response teams to identify automation opportunities and translate operational needs into technical solutions

  • Deploy cloud-based security infrastructure using infrastructure-as-code practices, managing role-based access controls and supporting disaster recovery initiatives

  • Incorporate cutting-edge AI technologies including Agentic AI and Large Language Models into security workflows to enhance decision-making and contextual understanding

  • Produce executive-level reporting on automation performance metrics and ROI, presenting program effectiveness to leadership while supporting strategic security initiatives

What We're Looking For:

Basic Required Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of proven experience designing and implementing security automation solutions in enterprise environments with hands-on SOAR platform expertise and demonstrated leadership in automation initiatives.

  • Strong hands-on incident response experience with demonstrated ability to translate response procedures into scalable automated workflows.

  • Strong proficiency in Python programming and experience with detection technologies such as YARA, along with REST API development and third-party service integrations

  • Deep technical expertise across security platforms including SIEM technologies (such as Splunk, Elastic, or Sentinel), SOAR platforms (such as Phantom, XSOAR, or Swimlane), and EDR solutions (such as CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or Microsoft Defender)

  • Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure deployment particularly in AWS environments, using infrastructure-as-code tools (such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Pulumi)

  • Experience with data manipulation and analysis tools (such as Pandas, SQL, or Elasticsearch) for processing high-volume security telemetry and creating sophisticated automation triggers

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Google SecOps platform and familiarity with integrating Agentic AI and Large Language Models into security workflows for enhanced automation and decision-making

  • Advanced knowledge of identity and access management platforms such as Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, or SailPoint, along with email security solutions like Proofpoint or Mimecast

  • Proven experience in development lifecycle best practices including version control systems (such as Git, GitLab, or Bitbucket), containerization technologies (such as Docker, Podman, or containerd), and CI/CD platforms (such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps)

  • Experience with threat intelligence platforms (such as ThreatConnect, Anomali, or MISP) and integrating threat feeds into automated response workflows

  • Strong presentation and communication skills with demonstrated ability to present metrics, operational insights, and program outcomes to executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders

Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only):

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $140,000 to $155,000. Base salary ranges may vary by geographic location.

In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for additional compensation such as annual incentive bonus plan.

This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits.

What's In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership


Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:

We take care of you, so you cantake care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:

  • Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

  • Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

  • Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

  • Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

  • Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

  • Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected andengaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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