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Palo Alto XSIAM Consultant Duration: 12-month contract UK Wide: Fully Remote About the Role Overview We are seeking a contract XSIAM Consultant with strong expertise in Palo Alto Networks security technologies and solid experience across XDR and SIEM environments. This role sits within the Security Operations function and is focused on improving threat detection, automation, visibility, and response using XSIAM. For this role, you must be eligible for SC Clearance Key Responsibilities Implement and configure Palo Alto Networks XSIAM to enhance SOC efficiency and visibility Design and manage security automation workflows within XSIAM Integrate and optimise XDR capabilities to support proactive threat detection and response Set up and maintain SIEM-style log ingestion, correlation rules, and enrichment pipelines Build custom dashboards and reports to provide real-time security insights Troubleshoot complex issues related to XSIAM, XDR, and SIEM integrations Ensure seamless integration with third-party security tools and platforms Provide best-practice guidance and hands-on technical support to internal teams Maintain clear and accurate documentation of configurations, workflows, and procedures Required Skills & Experience 3+ years' experience working with Palo Alto Networks security solutions (XSIAM, Cortex XDR, SIEM-related tooling) Hands-on experience implementing or operating XSIAM in production environments Strong understanding of Security Operations, XDR, and SIEM concepts Solid experience with log analysis, event correlation, and alert tuning Must be eligible for SC Clearance Desirable Qualifications Palo Alto certifications (PCNSE, XSIAM preferred) Experience with cloud security platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Previous experience working in a SOC environment Exposure to threat hunting methodologies and tools This is an excellent opportunity to work on one of the largest XSIAM implementations in the UK, using cutting-edge security technology. The client is open to supporting further XSIAM product training for candidates with a strong XDR / SIEM background. TPBN1_UKTJ