Head of Security Automation & Process Engineering
WPPChennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Posted March 25, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.
Job Description
Head of Security Automation & Process Engineering role to establish and lead the enterprise-wide automation and process excellence function within Operational Security. This role builds and scales an engineering-first automation capability that supports an Autonomic Security Operations (ASO) model—driving 10X improvements across SOC workflows, SOAR pipelines, incident response processes, and operational efficiency.
Requirements
- Deep experience with SOAR platforms and automation engineering.
- Strong engineering background with SIEM, EDR, cloud-native security tooling.
- Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, APIs, webhooks, and integration engineering.
- Experience with AI/ML-enabled security automation and enrichment
- Experience designing and governing operational workflows and SOPs.
- Knowledge of CSI frameworks, maturity models, and process optimisation.
- Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies (desirable).
- Proven leadership of high-performing engineering teams.
- Ability to influence stakeholders and communicate effectively.
- Strong documentati
- GIAC (GCTI, GMON, GCIH, GCDA)
- Python or automation certifications
- Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt
- GCP or Azure cloud certifications
Benefits
- Passionate, inspired people
- Scale and opportunity
- Challenging and stimulating work
- Hybrid work approach
- Equal opportunity employer
- Fostering a culture of respect