SOAR Engineer – SME

SOAR Engineer – SME

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity:
CACI is seeking a SOAR Engineer - SME to lead the management, optimization, and execution of DHS’s SOAR tools.
 

The SOAR Engineer - SME should feel comfortable not only setting expectations for the team but assisting with escalations and onsite tasks as they arise. We are looking for and experienced and dynamic SOAR Engineer who shows initiative and demonstrates excellent customer service and communication skills. The candidate will be self-directed, organized, and results driven. In this role, the candidate will work as a mentor and teacher, working to identify skills gaps and working to fill them through training and performance improvement.

Responsibilities:
The SOAR Engineer - SME will:
• Lead the implementation, management, and optimization of SOAR solutions, with a primary focus on Swimlane
• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) on SOAR solutions, specifically Swimlane, advising on best practices and advanced use cases
• Design and integrate various security tools and technologies with the SOAR platform
• Document and map the architecture of current SOAR infrastructure and provide inputs into the development of the security engineering roadmap for future improvements.
• Conduct regular assessments of SOAR effectiveness and implement improvements
• Develop and maintain SOAR-related policies, procedures, and best practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance overall security posture through automation
• Stay current with emerging security technologies and industry trends to recommend improvements or additions.
• Serve as the team’s point of contact for SOAR tool operation and management.

Qualifications:

Required: 
• Ability to attain DHS EOD, US Citizenship required
• ITIL V4 Foundations certification (or obtain in first 6 months)
• MS or equivalent +10 years of experience
• Significant expertise with Swimlane, including advanced features, automation, and custom integrations
• Strong understanding of SOAR principles, architectures, and best practices across multiple platforms
• Excellent knowledge of a wide range of security tools and their APIs for integration
• Proficient in scripting languages commonly used in SOAR (Python, PowerShell, JavaScript)
• 8 or more years of hands-on experience in enterprise IT support
• Experience working with and guiding technicians with varying skill levels and supporting end users remotely
• Experience with security tools and technologies, like SIEM, IDS/IPS, and firewalls
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in optimizing security workflows
• Professional, customer-oriented, and even-keeled under pressure
• Effective communicator at all levels, both written and verbal

Desired:
• Knowledge of machine learning and advanced analytics in security contexts
• Security +, CEH, GPEN, OSEP, etc.
• CISSP certification
• Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP)
What We Can Offer You:
• We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.
• Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
• We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.
• We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.
• For over 55 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

 

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy. 

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$109,800 - $241,600

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.