Responsibilities:

Design, implement, and maintain SOAR playbooks to automate routine security tasks and incident response processes.Contribute to the strategic roadmap of the SOAR platform, including the expansion of automation capabilities.Develop and maintain integrations between the SOAR platform and various security tools such as SIEM, EDR, DLP and threat intelligence feeds.Collaborate with CSOC teams to identify automation opportunities and improve response times.Establish and enforce best practices for playbook design, code quality, and documentation.Work with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, design solutions, and ensure alignment with business objectives.Develop metrics to measure the effectiveness of automated workflows and identify areas of improvement.Provide training and documentation to CSOC analysts and other stakeholders on SOAR platform capabilities and playbook usage.Provides expert-level technical support to maintain our SOAR platform.Contribute to the growth and mentorship of other team members

Qualifications:

Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or Information Technology-related field or equivalent combination of training and experience. Proficiency in scripting and programming languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript, PowerShell)Experience with REST APIs, webhooks, JSON and/or web application development.Familiarity with development workflows and patternsStrong problem-solving and analytical skillsDemonstrated ability to lead projects, drive solutions, and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.Strong understanding of cybersecurity conceptsExperience with SOAR platforms. e.g. Tines, Splunk SOAR, Cortex XSOARExperience in security automation, incident response, or related fields.Experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)Relevant cybersecurity certifications

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.