Cybersecurity Engineer (SOAR) [JOB ID 20260918]

Phoenix Cyber is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer (SOAR) to join a client delivery team on-site at the client location in Arlington, VA. This role centers on building cybersecurity solutions, with a specific focus on security orchestration and incident automation to help strengthen operational security workflows.

The position offers a salary range of USD 70,000 to 130,000 per year and is designed for an engineer with hands-on experience turning security requirements into working automations and integrations.

What you’ll do

• Bring technical expertise and real-world experience to create innovative cybersecurity solutions
• Develop and implement automations that respond to security incidents
• Collaborate with SMEs/engineers, vendors, and project stakeholders to design and develop security orchestrations
• Adapt to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment as part of a cross-functional team

What you’ll need

• Degree in a STEM-related discipline and/or minimum 5 years of relevant experience
• 2+ years of experience developing with Python
• Working knowledge of Bash and PowerShell
• At least 3 years of experience in software development with COTS integration
• Working knowledge of one or more languages such as C#, JavaScript, or Node.js
• Experience with API development/consumption
• Prior consulting experience

Technologies you’ll work with

• Python, Bash, PowerShell, C#, JavaScript, Node.js
• SOAR
• API development/consumption
• COTS integration

NICE TO HAVE

• Demonstrated proficiency in cybersecurity platforms: SOAR, SIEM, IDS/IPS, DLP, WAF, Endpoint Security
• Experience deploying a SOAR tool in an enterprise environment
• Experience with SOAR tools including Swimlane, Cyber Triage, Phantom
• Experience with container services such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Linux administration experience
• Cloud infrastructure experience (AWS, Google, or Azure)
• Experience with the ELK stack, ECK, Kafka, Beats, and/or Splunk
• Experience using Agile methodologies
• Prior government or large enterprise experience
• Government security clearance