Head Of Security Automation

WPP

Chennai, India
On-site
Deep experience with soar platforms
Proficiency in python and powershell
Strong siem and edr tooling background
The role is responsible for establishing an enterprise-wide automation function to drive 10X improvements across SOC workflows and incident response processes

Job Summary

  • The role is responsible for establishing an enterprise-wide automation function to drive 10X improvements across SOC workflows and incident response processes.
  • Candidates must lead the development of SOAR playbooks and integrate advanced automation capabilities across SIEM, EDR, and cloud-native security tools.
  • The position requires building a high-performing engineering team while governing standards for automation coding, testing, and version control.

Matching Summary

The role is responsible for establishing an enterprise-wide automation function to drive 10X improvements across SOC workflows and incident response processes.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Deep experience with SOAR platforms
  • Proficiency in Python and PowerShell
  • Strong SIEM and EDR tooling background
  • API and webhook integration engineering
  • AI/ML-enabled security automation experience

Nice-to-have

  • Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification
  • GCP or Azure cloud certifications
  • Experience with Microsoft and Google security stacks
  • Knowledge of CSI frameworks and maturity models

Key Requirements

  • GIAC certifications (GCTI, GMON, GCIH, GCDA)
  • Proven leadership of high-performing engineering teams
  • Experience designing operational workflows and SOPs

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