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Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a Cyber Security Programmer in for a remote opportunity.

Role Description

• We are seeking a highly skilled Programmer to join our Cybersecurity Technology Services team, with a focus on Microsoft Defender, Palo Alto Networks Security Configuration Management (SCM), and cloud security platforms. This role will be responsible for building and maintaining automation, integrations, and tooling that enhance our security posture across endpoint, network, and cloud environments.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and maintain automation scripts and applications to support security operations, configuration management, and policy enforcement across Microsoft Defender, Palo Alto SCM, and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Integrate APIs from Microsoft Defender XDR, Palo Alto Panorama/SCM, and cloud-native security tools (e.g., Azure Security Center, AWS Security Hub) into internal systems and dashboards.
• Build and maintain data pipelines for ingesting and normalizing logs into SIEM platforms (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk).
• Collaborate with cloud and security engineers to implement secure configurations, monitor compliance, and respond to threats in hybrid environments.
• Automate remediation workflows and support SOAR integrations for incident response.
• Monitor platform health, performance, and configuration drift across cloud and on-prem environments.
• Document code, integration processes, and platform configurations for operational transparency and audit readiness.

Skills & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proficiency in scripting/programming languages such as Python, PowerShell, Bash, or Go.
• Experience with Microsoft Defender APIs, Palo Alto Networks SCM/Panorama APIs, and cloud security APIs (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
• Solid understanding of cloud security principles, IAM, network segmentation, and compliance frameworks.
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code (IaC) and automation tools (e.g., Terraform, Hugo, GitHub).
• Experience with SIEM and SOAR platforms.
• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate, PCNSE, AWS Certified Security – Specialty, or CISSP.
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments and multi-cloud security architectures.
• Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK, CIS Benchmarks, and NIST frameworks.
• Experience with DevSecOps pipelines and CI/CD security integration.
• Programming/Scripting Proficiency: Languages: Python, PowerShell, Bash, or Go
• Security API Integration Experience: Platforms: Microsoft Defender XDR, Palo Alto Panorama/SCM, Azure/AWS/GCP security APIs
• Cloud Security Knowledge: Concepts: IAM, network segmentation, compliance frameworks
• SIEM & SOAR Platform Experience: Tools: Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, and automation for incident response
• Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) & Automation Tools: Tools: Terraform, GitHub, Hugo

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.

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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays’ guiding principles is ‘do the right thing’.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.

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