Extended Expertise Consultant – Automation

Palo Alto Networks

Extended Expertise Consultant at Palo Alto Networks assisting customers with incident response automation. Leading implementation of Cortex XSIAM for security orchestration and response.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $140,000 - $192,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Incident Response and Security Orchestration using Cortex XSIAM, with a strong foundation in Python, Javascript, and cybersecurity technologies. Capable of managing complex security solutions and integrating various security and IT technologies within customer environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cortex XSIAM ImplementationPython ProgrammingCybersecurity Incident ResponseLinux/Unix ProficiencySecurity Solution Management

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Hard Skills

PythonJavascriptLinuxUnixNetwork TroubleshootingCybersecurity TechnologiesIDS/IPSSEIMEndpoint SolutionsSecurity Solution Configuration

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Cortex XSIAMSecurity OrchestrationAutomationResponse Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

GCIACISSPDevOps Certification

Industry Keywords

Incident ResponseCybersecuritySecurity ThreatsSecurity SolutionsComplex Security Solutions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityJavaScriptLinuxPythonUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist customers with their Incident Response efforts leveraging Cortex XSIAM for Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response.
Learn and understand the customer’s business requirements and the threat landscape that is most applicable to their industry’s vertical sector.
Lead Cortex XSIAM technical automation implementation and operations in a customer environment.
Interact with Security and IT technologies relating to the customer environment to build seamless integrations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in Python and/or Javascript
Experience managing complex security solutions in large environments
Strong understanding of Linux or Unix, network troubleshooting analysis and current security threats
Experience in cybersecurity incident response
Strong understanding of cybersecurity technologies, protocols and applications
Detailed technical experience in the installation, configuration, and operation of high-end security solutions
Experience with IDS/IPS, SEIM, Endpoint solutions and technologies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
GCIA, CISSP, and/or DevOps certifications is a plus
Bachelor's degree or equivalent military experience required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
Restricted stock units
Bonus opportunities