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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cyber Security Automation Engineer - **Company:** Mantech International Corporation - **Location:** Boulder, CO, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Code Review, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Data Structures, Software Debugging, Python (Programming Language), Office Suite, Object-Oriented Software Development, Rapid Prototyping Process, Security Information and Event Management, Cyber Threat Analysis, Git, Information Technology, Restful APIs, Cyber Warfare - **Published:** July 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9048702/cyber-security-automation-engineer ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent military/professional experience) is preferred. * 0-2 years of experience in a relevant Cybersecurity technical support environment with a bachelor's degree or 6 years relevant experience with no relevant bachelor's degree. For candidates with a relevant associate's degree instead of bachelor's degree, at least 3 years relevant technical experience. * Proficient in at least one major programming language (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, etc) with a solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and OOP concepts. * Active TS/SCI * Familiarity with REST APIs both as a maintainer and as an end user. * An understanding of cybersecurity triage and incident response for government enterprises, use of SIEM, SOAR, and other tools to automate cybersecurity workflows. * Comfortable working in a Linux/Unix command-line environment, using Git for version control, and CI/CD for deployment. * A persistent, curious approach to debugging and a genuine enthusiasm for keeping up with the ever-evolving cyber threat landscape. * Must be a US Citizen with a current/active secret clearance. * Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% * Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer. ## Description seeks a motivated, career and customer-orientedto join our team in . This role is vital for providing automation support to a SOC team that provides 24/7/365 coverage to protect critical government infrastructure. * Tool Development & Automation: Write clean, maintainable code to automate repetitive security tasks, build custom triage tools, automate incident response, streamline cybersecurity operations and other tasks as assigned. * Code Review & Debugging: Assist senior engineers in reviewing internal applications and scripts for logic flaws, bugs, and security vulnerabilities. * Cyber Threat Integration: Learn to analyze system logs, threat intelligence feeds, and vulnerability scans to write scripts that proactively flag malicious activity. * Prototyping: Collaborate on the rapid prototyping of new cyber defense automation capabilities and proof-of-concept demonstrations. * Documentation: Maintain clear documentation for the tools you build, ensuring the broader security team can leverage your code effectively. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Are Code Reviews Worth It? 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