Cortex XSOAR Automation Engineer

About Persistent

We are an AI-led platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate whats next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

Our disruptors mindset commitment to client success and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation leadership and inclusion. We reported $1654.4M FY26 revenue with 17.4% Y-o-Y growth. We have delivered 24sequential quarters of growth with $436.0M in Q4 FY26 revenue up 3.2% Q-o-Q and 16.2% Y-o-Y growth. Our 27500global team members located in 18 countries have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We have been recognized as theFastest Growing IT Services Brand Globally in the 2026 Brand Finance IT Services 25 Report. We named a Leader in theEverest Group Private Equity (PE) Services PEAK MatrixAssessment 2026andSoftware Product Engineering PEAK MatrixAssessment 2026.

About Position:

We are seeking a skilled Cortex XSOAR Automation Engineer to design develop integrate and maintain security automation solutions. This role is critical in enhancing our security operations by streamlining incident-response workflows and reducing repetitive manual activities. You will work closely with SOC analysts incident responders threat analysts and platform teams to improve our security posture through reliable automation.

• Role: Cortex XSOAR Automation Engineer
• Location: Mumbai
• Experience: 8 to 12 Years
• Job Type: Full-Time Employment

What Youll Do:

• Design develop test deploy and maintain Cortex XSOAR playbooks and automation workflows.
• Develop custom integrations and automation scripts using Python REST APIs and JSON.
• Integrate XSOAR with SIEM EDR/XDR threat intelligence identity email security ticketing and network security platforms.
• Collaborate with SOC and Incident Response teams to identify automation opportunities and translate operational requirements into technical solutions.
• Configure and manage incident types layouts fields classifiers mappers indicators jobs dashboards and reports.
• Monitor troubleshoot and optimize playbooks integrations engines and platform performance.
• Manage content packs and support controlled promotion of XSOAR content across development testing and production environments.
• Apply role-based access control credential protection auditability and secure integration practices.
• Maintain technical documentation runbooks playbook logic test evidence and operational procedures.
• Provide production support during critical security incidents and contribute to continuous platform improvement initiatives.

Expertise Youll Bring:

• Hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks Cortex XSOAR (formerly Demisto).
• Strong understanding of SOAR concepts Security Operations Center (SOC) workflows incident response and security automation.
• Proficiency in Python scripting and troubleshooting automation code.
• Experience with REST APIs JSON authentication mechanisms and third-party security tool integrations.
• Experience creating and maintaining XSOAR playbooks integrations automations classifiers and mappers.
• Strong understanding of security alerts Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) enrichment triage containment and case management workflows.
• Familiarity with SIEM EDR/XDR threat intelligence email security IAM firewall and ITSM platforms.
• Working knowledge of Linux operating systems networking concepts log analysis and secure connectivity principles.
• Strong analytical troubleshooting communication and documentation skills.
• Hands-on experience with Identity and Access Management including Microsoft Entra ID (Mandatory Skill).
• Experience integrating security platforms and automating operational response processes.
• Knowledge of security orchestration automated investigation workflows and incident lifecycle management.
• Understanding of secure credential management RBAC governance and audit requirements.
• Experience supporting enterprise-scale or multi-tenant security operations environments.
• Familiarity with cloud security concepts and cloud platform integrations.
• Exposure to DevSecOps practices CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation.
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Cybersecurity Information Technology or a related discipline or equivalent professional experience.
• Palo Alto Networks XSOAR certification or other relevant cybersecurity certifications are advantageous.
• Strong ability to collaborate with SOC analysts threat hunters incident responders and infrastructure teams.
• Commitment to continuous improvement operational excellence and security automation innovation.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties flexible work hours and Long Service awards
• Annual health check-ups
• Insurance coverage: group term life personal accident and Mediclaim hospitalization for self spouse two children and parents

Values-Driven People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals including those with disabilities and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

Lets unleash your full potential at Persistent- is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.