Palo Alto Networks, Inc.
Staff Security Engineer (SIEM & Data Management)
Palo Alto Networks, Inc., Santa Clara, California, us, 95053
Our MissionAt Palo Alto Networks everything starts and ends with our mission:Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we’re looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.Who We AreWe take our mission of protecting the digital way of life seriously. We are relentless in protecting our customers and we believe that the unique ideas of every member of our team contribute to our collective success. Our values were crowdsourced by employees and are brought to life through each of us every day - from disruptive innovation and collaboration, to execution. From showing up for each other with integrity to creating an environment where we all feel included.As a member of our team, you will be shaping the future of cybersecurity. We work fast, value ongoing learning, and we respect each employee as a unique individual. Knowing we all have different needs, our development and personal wellbeing programs are designed to give you choice in how you are supported. This includes our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items selected by employees, our mental and financial health resources, and our personalized learning opportunities - just to name a few!At Palo Alto Networks, we believe in the power of collaboration and value in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work full time from our office with flexibility offered where needed. This setup fosters casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships. Our goal is to create an environment where we all win with precision.Your CareerIn this role, you will be responsible for executing security-related data engineering programs and managing data management & SIEM platforms. You will work very closely with the SOC and cross-functional teams to manage and develop tools and infrastructure that enable the Information Security team to prevent, detect, contain, and manage risks within the Palo Alto Networks Enterprise environment.You will have an extensive background in managing and engineering SIEM solutions within an enterprise environment; including design, implementation, and maintenance of all aspects of our SIEMs and its components. This is a fast-paced, post-startup environment. Successful candidates will be customer-oriented, results-driven and passionate about building great products that will impact across the organization.Your ImpactLog Management
Implement and manage log collection and storage solutions across various platforms, including servers, applications, and cloud servicesEnsure logs are collected, parsed, and stored securely and complying with industry regulations and organizational policiesReview and optimize log retention policies and storage solutions to balance performance and compliance
SIEM Engineering
Design, deploy, and maintain the organization's SIEM platforms to ensure it effectively monitors and detects potential security threatsDevelop and fine-tune SIEM rules, alerts, and dashboards to detect suspicious activities and reduce false positivesIntegrate new data sources into the SIEM platform and ensure all relevant security data is captured and analyzed
Data Analysis
Analyze log and event data from multiple sources to identify patterns, anomalies, and potential security incidentsPerform threat hunting by proactively searching for signs of compromise or malicious activity in log dataGenerate reports and dashboards to communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior management
Incident Response Support
Collaborate with the incident response team to investigate and mitigate security incidents, providing insights derived from log and SIEM dataProvide recommendations for improvements based on incident analysis and lessons learned
Collaboration and Training
Work closely with IT, DevOps, and other security teams to ensure the continuous improvement of security monitoring capabilitiesMentor junior analysts on log management, SIEM operations, and data analysis techniquesConduct training sessions on SIEM best practices and incident detection strategies
Compliance and Documentation
Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS) concerning log management and data retentionMaintain comprehensive documentation for all log management, SIEM configurations, processes, and procedures
Your ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related field, or equivalent work experience or equivalent military experience required3+ years of experience in log management, SIEM engineering, and/or data analysis in a security contextExperience with popular SIEM platforms such as Splunk, IBM QRadar, ArcSight, or ELK/Elastic StackStrong understanding of log management principles, including log collection, parsing, storage, and analysisProficiency in SIEM configuration, rule creation, and alert tuningSolid knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, including threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability managementExperience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for data analysis and automationFamiliarity with regulatory requirements and standards (e.g., FedRAMP, MLPS, NIST, PCI) related to data retention and security monitoringExcellent problem-solving skills and attention to detailStrong communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to non-technical audiencesThe TeamWe’re not your ordinary Information Security team. We’re a diverse group of security professionals who challenge the status quo in order to protect Palo Alto Networks and our customers.Driving innovation on the Information Security team of the fastest-growing high-tech cybersecurity company is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. You’ll be joined by the brightest minds in technology, and our global teams are on the front line of defense against cyberattacks.You will be part of a growing, passionate, and dynamic team with an opportunity to work on challenging and exciting projects — centered on what we believe is one of the most significant mission statements in the world. We also strive to be the most people-centric company ever! That means we’re constantly working to make your experience amazing, and you are part of the team breaking boundaries of what the workplace can be!Compensation DisclosureThe compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/commissioned roles) is expected to be between $119,000/yr to $192,500/yr. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found
here
.Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No.Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
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Implement and manage log collection and storage solutions across various platforms, including servers, applications, and cloud servicesEnsure logs are collected, parsed, and stored securely and complying with industry regulations and organizational policiesReview and optimize log retention policies and storage solutions to balance performance and compliance
SIEM Engineering
Design, deploy, and maintain the organization's SIEM platforms to ensure it effectively monitors and detects potential security threatsDevelop and fine-tune SIEM rules, alerts, and dashboards to detect suspicious activities and reduce false positivesIntegrate new data sources into the SIEM platform and ensure all relevant security data is captured and analyzed
Data Analysis
Analyze log and event data from multiple sources to identify patterns, anomalies, and potential security incidentsPerform threat hunting by proactively searching for signs of compromise or malicious activity in log dataGenerate reports and dashboards to communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior management
Incident Response Support
Collaborate with the incident response team to investigate and mitigate security incidents, providing insights derived from log and SIEM dataProvide recommendations for improvements based on incident analysis and lessons learned
Collaboration and Training
Work closely with IT, DevOps, and other security teams to ensure the continuous improvement of security monitoring capabilitiesMentor junior analysts on log management, SIEM operations, and data analysis techniquesConduct training sessions on SIEM best practices and incident detection strategies
Compliance and Documentation
Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS) concerning log management and data retentionMaintain comprehensive documentation for all log management, SIEM configurations, processes, and procedures
Your ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related field, or equivalent work experience or equivalent military experience required3+ years of experience in log management, SIEM engineering, and/or data analysis in a security contextExperience with popular SIEM platforms such as Splunk, IBM QRadar, ArcSight, or ELK/Elastic StackStrong understanding of log management principles, including log collection, parsing, storage, and analysisProficiency in SIEM configuration, rule creation, and alert tuningSolid knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, including threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability managementExperience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for data analysis and automationFamiliarity with regulatory requirements and standards (e.g., FedRAMP, MLPS, NIST, PCI) related to data retention and security monitoringExcellent problem-solving skills and attention to detailStrong communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to non-technical audiencesThe TeamWe’re not your ordinary Information Security team. We’re a diverse group of security professionals who challenge the status quo in order to protect Palo Alto Networks and our customers.Driving innovation on the Information Security team of the fastest-growing high-tech cybersecurity company is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. You’ll be joined by the brightest minds in technology, and our global teams are on the front line of defense against cyberattacks.You will be part of a growing, passionate, and dynamic team with an opportunity to work on challenging and exciting projects — centered on what we believe is one of the most significant mission statements in the world. We also strive to be the most people-centric company ever! That means we’re constantly working to make your experience amazing, and you are part of the team breaking boundaries of what the workplace can be!Compensation DisclosureThe compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/commissioned roles) is expected to be between $119,000/yr to $192,500/yr. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found
here
.Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No.Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
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