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You will bridge security operations and software engineering, using modern low-code/pro-code tools and AI to cut response times and strengthen our threat posture.Core Responsibilities:Playbook Automation: Design, build, and maintain end-to-end incident response playbooks within our SOAR platformWorkflow Logic: Write custom automation logic using a mix of low-code tools and pro-code scriptingIntegrations: Connect disparate security tools via REST APIs, webhooks, and event-driven architectureIncident Response: Partner with the SOC team to translate manual triage steps into reliable, automated actionsAI Integration: Leverage frontier LLMs (such as ChatGPT, Grok, Claude Code, or Codex) to enhance automation intelligence and code generationPrimary Languages & Technical StackQuery & Data: SQL and GraphQLScripting & Development: Proficiency in Python, JavaScript, or TypeScript (at least one required)Required Qualifications: Clearance: Active TS/SCI Clearance with CI Polygraph Education & Years of Experience: Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience related to specific functional area. Certifications: Active certifications for both IAT Level II (e.g. CompTIA Security+) and Cyber Security Service Provider (CSSP) Infrastructure Support (e.g. CompTIA Cloud+) by program onboarding date. The following individual certifications cover both certification requirements for this program: CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst, CySA+; EC-Council Certified Network Defender (CND); GlAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional, GICSP; (ISC)2 System Security Certified Practitioner (SCCP). Hands-on experience and knowledge with the following:SOAR Playbook Automation: Proven experience building security orchestration and automated response workflowsWorkflow Logic: Strong grasp of both low-code interface design and pro-code logic handlingAPI & Architectures: Deep hands-on experience with REST API integration, webhook management, and event-driven systemsIncident Response: Understanding of core security incidents, triage procedures, and playbook design patternsFrontier LLMs: Familiarity with AI coding tools and LLMs (ChatGPT, Grok, Claude, Claude Code, Codex) is a strong plusPreferred Qualifications:Extensive experience with SOAR Playbook AutomationMultiple scripting and development languagesDeep understanding of incident response playbook designBenefits Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents 100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting Competitive Pay Generous paid leave and holiday package Tuition and training reimbursement Life and AD&D InsuranceAbout AnaVationAnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. 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