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Sr. Security Automation Engineer

The candidate will develop Python scripts and applications to automate security operations processes and identify efficiency opportunities. They will also collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements, produce impact metrics, and provide on-call support for applications.

Minnesota, United StatesremoteFULL_TIME

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About the role

What will you do at Fortra?

Whether you’re an experienced professional or just getting started, your contributions matter at Fortra. If you’re passionate about tackling meaningful challenges alongside talented team members committed to helping each other succeed, all while having lots of fun, we want to hear from you. We offer competitive benefits and salaries, personal and professional development opportunities, flexibility, and much more!

This position is responsible for analysis of efficiency opportunities and automation of processes in Security Operations. The candidate should be able to review operational processes and determine areas where automation can assist and to develop proof of concepts. Any work performed should be backed by metrics and efficiency gains should be tracked.

Candidate will be working with stakeholders involved with detection of phishing, brand abuse, cyber threats, etc. and is expected to have knowledge of these areas.

The candidate must understand automation capabilities such as leveraging API’s and device emulation. Python is the primary language used. The candidate should be able to meet with stakeholders and determine requirements.

On call responsibilities are needed to support applications off hours in case of failures.

We need additional highly skilled help on the OI team to ensure the managed services teams can continue to improve through automation and data improvements.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Develop scripts and applications in Python

Analyze data and processes to identify automation opportunities

Meet with stakeholders to define requirements and provide time estimates

Develop quick proof of concepts to vet ideas

Produce metrics showing automation impact

Monitor applications and troubleshoot errors

On-call support as needed for applications

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors degree in Computer Science or 2-3 years of software development experience.

4-5 years of data analysis experience leveraging SQL

Understanding of joins, indexes, query optimization and relational table design

4-5 years of scripting experience in Python

Experience with Flask, creating libraries, Python packaging and CICD

3-4 years of experience in the Cybersecurity industry

Understanding of DNS, Proxies, Whois, SSL

Compensation

130,000 USD - 155,000 USD

At Fortra, we’re breaking the attack chain. Ready to join us?

At Fortra, our compensation philosophy prioritizes fair market value and internal equity, aligning with your experience and specialized skill set.

As a full-time, exempt employee at Fortra, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Health, dental, and vision coverage as of hire

Immediate enrollment in 401(k), HSA, and FSA plans

Flexible PTO policy

Tuition and personal enrichment reimbursement

Option to enroll in ID Theft Protection Program

At Fortra, work is only part of the story. Explore what Life at Fortra is all about, from perks that support holistic wellbeing to a culture that keeps you connected and empowered to make an impact beyond the job.

Visit our website to learn more about why employees choose to work for Fortra. Remember to connect with us on LinkedIn.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.

Which skills does this role require?

PythonSQLAutomationData analysisCybersecurityAPI integrationFlaskCICDDNSProxiesWhoisSSLDevice emulationQuery optimizationRelational table designSecurity AutomationAPIData AnalysisDevice EmulationQuery OptimizationRelational Table DesignPhishingBrand AbuseCyber ThreatsSoftware DevelopmentManaged ServicesMetricsProof of ConceptStakeholder ManagementOn-call Support

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