SOAR Engineer

Job Description Our SOAR Engineer is responsible for monitoring, developing, and maintaining the beating heart of malomatia Cyber Security Services and driving our efficiency improvements. The effective use of our tools and expertise is critical to ensure malomatia and our customers can quickly identify, understand, and respond to cyber security incidents. The successful candidate will have a good technical knowledge of cyber systems and incident response, and a desire to drive improvements through automation. They should possess an understanding of different security technologies, technical infrastructures and APIs and an awareness of cyber threats. Responsibilities Act as a Technical Subject Matter Expert, be the primary point of contact for Security Automation, Orchestration, Playbooks, Python Automation, API-based automation, Incident Response lifecycle automation, Security AutomationDevelop, implement, and execute standard procedures for SOAR platform administration.Design, Deployment and Maintenance of SOAR platforms (including content management, change management, version/patch management, and lifecycle management).Work closely with the Security Operations Center (SOC) and Security Engineering teams to improve existing automation and deliver resilient security solutionsAssess, design, and improve SOC processes and workflows with a focus on integrating automation through Security Orchestration, Automation and Response (SOAR) tools.Implement SOC automation and ensure continued compatibility with existing detection and response tools.Integrate new sources and build playbooks to properly triage and respond to security incidents while reducing the time needed to analyze each event.Develop custom scripts to automate current detection and response workflows.Build pipelines to enrich logs and alert results to provide a comprehensive view for SOC analysts.Operate and help mature a SOC playbook, workflow automations and use casesAssist with client setup transition and onboarding, serve as primary point of contact for Managed Security Service client Qualifications Educational Qualifications Relevant Degree Additionally, one or more SOAR certificate related to a SOAR platform. Total Experience A minimum of 3-years’ experience in SOAR implementation and support, or a minimum of 5-years or more experience in a cyber security engineering role. Required Skills Proven experience with Security Orchestration, Automation and Response (SOAR) technologies (e.g., Palo Alto Cortex XSOAR, Splunk SOAR/Phantom, Microsoft Sentinel Automation/Logic Apps, IBM Resilient).Understanding of security architecture, tool integration, API development and automation.Understanding of Incident Response processes (Detection, Investigation, and response).Understanding of common SOC processes and workflows.Experience with Python scripting language for automation and working knowledge of REST APIs, JSON, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, XML.Experience developing Dashboards and Reports focused on cyber security operations.Experience with operating system internals for both Linux and Windows platforms.Proven experience building or customizing integrations/playbooks with common security tools (e.g., Palo Alto/Fortinet firewalls, CrowdStrike/SentinelOne EDR, Splunk/QRadar/Sentinel SIEM, ServiceNow/Jira ticketing).Proven experience integrating SOAR platforms with ITSM systems (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow etc).Strong problem-solving capabilities and the ability to work with minimal oversight.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Desirable Familiarity and experience working within the region.Experience working as part of a MSSP or MDR provider. About Malomatia ABOUT US malomatia is a leading Qatar-based IT services and solutions provider, bringing together top Qatari and international talent to deliver innovative, end-to-end technology solutions that empower clients to achieve their strategic goals. Our mission Empowering Qatar’s businesses and governments to leap into the digital future with agile, knowledge-driven solutions. Our vision To become Qatar’s trusted knowledge partner in digital transformation, disrupting industries, shaping the future, and building a world-class tech ecosystem. Driving change that makes a real impact Since 2008, malomatia has been driving Qatar’s digital transformation through innovative, ISO-certified IT solutions. With expertise across key public and private sectors, we empower the nation’s vision with advanced services in cloud, cybersecurity, AI, and contact center excellence, elevating the role of technology in shaping Qatar’s sustainable future. About The Team Established in 2008, malomatia is a Qatari leader in IT services and digital transformation. We serve key sectors including Government, Healthcare, Education, Customs, and Transportation, delivering impactful solutions that support national development goals. Powered by a diverse team of skilled Qatari and international IT professionals, we deliver innovative, high-value digital solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients. Our mission is to inspire customers to thrive through digital excellence, and we envision becoming the trusted partner of choice in building a smarter society through technology and talent. We are driven by core values that define our culture and approach: ownership, integrity, empathy, teamwork, transparency, agility, excellence, trust, and innovation. Join us in shaping the future of technology in Qatar