Piper Companies is seeking a XDR Automation Consultant to join a premier cyber security organization. The XDR Consultant will function as the Cortex Technical Lead and Palo Alto Networks Solutions Subject Matter Expert (SME). This job opens for applications on 5/9/2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
Responsibilities of the XDR Automation Consultant include:
Deploy and configure XDR across customer environments, including endpoints and cloud environments
Tune and optimize endpoint agents to maximize security effectiveness while minimizing operational impact
Assist in building policies based on machine learning and behavioral analytics
Analyze logs and events generated by XDR to identify, investigate, and mitigate security incidents
Communicate and lead effectively in a crisis situation with all levels of a customer’s organization
Qualifications for the XDR Automation Consultant include:
5+ years in a technical consulting or engineering role
Experience deploying and managing XDR platforms, expertise in endpoint agent deployment and configuration
Strong understanding of endpoint security technologies, such as software firewalls, antivirus, anti-malware, and endpoint protection platforms
Demonstrated skills with Python
Ability to analyze logs and events generated by XDR to detect and respond to security incidents
Preferred Qualifications:
CISSP
Palo Alto Networks Certification – PCDRA
Public Cloud Certification
Compensation for the XDR Automation Consultant includes:
Hourly Rate: $60-70/hr W2
Comprehensive Benefits: PTO/Paid holidays as required by law, Cigna Healthcare, Cigna Dental, Vision, 401K