Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3–5 years of professional software development experience.
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages: Python, Java, JavaScript, or C#.
- Experience developing REST APIs and integrating enterprise platforms.
- Hands-on scripting experience (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
- Experience deploying and administering Linux systems.
- Familiarity with SIEM platforms (Splunk, Sentinel, or equivalent).
- Knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals and secure coding practices.
1. Security Engineering & Development
- Design and develop secure software components, APIs, and microservices supporting penetration testing workflows and security automation.
- Build custom integrations between penetration testing platforms, vulnerability scanning tools, and enterprise SIEM platforms.
- Develop data ingestion pipelines to normalize and forward security telemetry into Splunk and other SIEM platforms.
- Create automation scripts to orchestrate security testing, evidence collection, and reporting.
- Integrate security testing results into Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) platforms.
2. Penetration Testing Enablement
- Build and maintain Kali Linux-based penetration testing infrastructure (virtualized and cloud-hosted environments).
- Configure and manage penetration testing toolchains, frameworks, and supporting services.
- Develop custom exploit scripts, test harnesses, and proof-of-concept code to validate findings.
- Support red team and application penetration testing engagements through automation and tool development.
3. SIEM & Security Operations Integration
- Develop APIs and connectors to integrate security tools with enterprise SIEM platforms.
- Implement log parsing, enrichment, and normalization logic to improve detection fidelity.
- Automate alert enrichment, correlation, and reporting workflows.
- Collaborate with CSOC teams to align development efforts with detection and monitoring requirements.
4. Scripting & Automation
- Develop scripts using Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar languages to automate security operations and testing processes.
- Implement CI/CD pipelines for security tooling and integration code.
- Maintain version control repositories and technical documentation.
5. Security & Compliance Alignment
- Ensure developed solutions comply with HHSC security standards, DIR security controls, and NIST-based frameworks.
- Participate in architecture reviews, risk assessments, and technical design sessions.
- Produce technical documentation, configuration guides, and operational runbooks.
Regards,
Mohammed ilyas,
PH - 229-264-4024 or Text - 229-469-1455 or you can share the updated resume at Mohammed@vtekis. com
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.