Innova Solutions has a client that is immediately hiring for an Automation and detection Engineer

Position type: Full time Contract
Duration: 3 months 2 weeks
Location: Remote

As an Automation and detection Engineer, you will:
You will play a critical role in enhancing our organization's security posture by automating security processes and developing advanced threat detection capabilities. You will combine technical expertise in scripting, automation, and security analysis to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and proactively identify and mitigate cyber threats.

Job description
Automation:

• Design, develop, and implement automated solutions for various security tasks, including threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management.
• Utilize scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, etc.) and automation tools (Ansible, Jenkins, etc.) to create efficient and scalable automation workflows.
• Integrate automation solutions with existing security tools and platforms.
• Collaborate with security stakeholders to gather requirements and identify opportunities for automation.
• Analyze requirements and translate them into technical specifications for automation solutions.
• Prioritize automation projects based on business impact and security risk.
• Monitor the performance and availability of automation platforms and tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues to ensure platform uptime and reliability.
• Optimize automation workflows to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort.
• Develop and maintain integrations with various APIs to automate data collection, analysis, and response.
• Ensure API integrations are secure, reliable, and compliant with security best practices.
• Thoroughly test automation scripts and workflows to identify and fix errors.
• Develop test cases to ensure the accuracy and reliability of automation solutions.
• Conduct performance testing to optimize automation processes.

Detection Engineering:

• Develop, test, and deploy high-fidelity detection rules and signatures
• Tune and optimize detection rules to reduce false positives and negatives
• Conduct regular reviews of detection coverage and identify gaps
• Perform threat hunting and incident response activities
• Create and refine alerts to prioritize critical security events
• Develop automated response actions to mitigate threats efficiently
• Collaborate with security operations teams to improve incident response times
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of detection capabilities
• Generate regular reports on threat trends and security posture
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of security standards and best practices
• Participate in security reviews and audits
• Stay up-to-date on the latest security threats and vulnerabilities

The ideal candidate will have -

• Must have experience with XSOAR and Splunk.
• Strong understanding of security principles, threat intelligence, and attack methodologies
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, etc.) and automation tools.
• Experience with API integration and RESTful APIs
• Knowledge of cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) systems and security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) platforms
• Knowledge of cloud security and cloud-native technologies

Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.
We are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar positions. If this role is not a fit for you, we do offer a referral bonus program for referrals that we successfully place with our clients, subject to program guidelines. ASK ME HOW.

Thank you!

Sonia
Sonia@innovasolutions.com

PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range*: $60/hr - $65/hr
*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS: Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.

Recent Recognitions:

• Named One of America's Best Employers for New Grads by Forbes (2024
• Named One of the Best Companies to Work For by U.S. News & World Report (Private Companies List, 2024-2025)
• One of the Largest IT Staffing Firms in the US - Ranked #3 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024)
• One of the Largest Staffing Firms in the US - Ranked #13 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024; includes Innova Solutions, Volt, & HireGenics)
• Named One of the Top Ten Private Companies in Atlanta by the Atlanta Business Chronicle (2023)
• One of the Largest Certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) in the United States (NMSDC, 2024)
• AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner with 100+ certifications

Website: https://www.innovasolutions.com/

Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at hr@innovasolutions.com or (770) 493-5588. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Innova Solutions encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. Innova Solutions (HireGenics/Volt) does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. * 1324b.
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