Cybersecurity Automation Engineer III

DescriptionKforce has a client seeking a Cybersecurity Automation Engineer in Fort Lauderdale, FL to design, develop, and maintain enterprise security automation solutions that enhance threat response, streamline identity operations, and improve cybersecurity effectiveness. This hands-on engineering role will build scalable applications, integrations, and automation across security, IAM, cloud, and compliance platforms.Key Responsibilities:* Design and develop security automation solutions, integrations, and orchestration workflows* Build and maintain APIs, automation tools, dashboards, and self-service portals* Automate incident response, threat detection, alert triage, and remediation processes* Develop integrations across security, IAM, cloud, and ITSM platforms using APIs and scripting languages* Implement Infrastructure-as-Code and CI/CD pipelines for automation deployments* Support identity lifecycle automation, including provisioning, deprovisioning, and access governance processes* Design and maintain cloud-based and containerized automation platforms* Research and implement emerging technologies, including AI/ML-driven security automation capabilities* Establish automation metrics and continuously improve operational efficiency and security outcomesRequirements* 6+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, security automation, software development, or security architecture* Strong development experience with Python, PowerShell, Node.js, Go, or similar languages* Experience building enterprise automation, orchestration, and integration solutions* Knowledge of REST APIs, GraphQL, webhooks, and modern integration frameworks* Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure and/or AWS* Familiarity with IAM technologies, identity governance, MFA, PAM, and access management* Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform, Ansible, ARM/Bicep, or similar technologies* Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies including Docker and Kubernetes* Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control, and software development best practicesPreferred Qualifications:* Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, Microsoft SC-Series, Azure, AWS, or equivalent* Experience with SOAR, SIEM, security analytics, and security operations platforms* Familiarity with AI/ML solutions and security automation use casesProfessional Skills:* Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities* Ability to translate cybersecurity requirements into scalable technical solutions* Excellent communication and collaboration skills* Self-motivated with a passion for automation, innovation, and continuous improvement* Comfortable working in Agile, fast-paced environmentsJob TypeDirect HireCompensation120000 - $140000