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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Programmer - Network Security Engineering - **Company:** Everforth Apex - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing Security, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Github, Identity and Access Management, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Python (Programming Language), Network Segmentation, Windows PowerShell, Security Information and Event Management, Systems Integration, Scripting, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, Mitre Att&ck, Multi-Cloud, HybridCloud, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Palo Alto Networks, Microsoft Sentinel, CIS Benchmarks, Terraform, Splunk, Devsecops, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/9e69dc54-a6be-45db-93da-6a5f79bd758f ## About the Role Education: A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent experience is required. Technical Skills: Proficiency in scripting or programming languages such as Python, PowerShell, Bash, or Go is necessary. Experience with Microsoft Defender APIs, Palo Alto Networks SCM/Panorama APIs, and cloud security APIs (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform) is required. A solid understanding of cloud security principles, IAM, network segmentation, and compliance frameworks is needed. Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code (IaC) and automation tools such as Terraform, Hugo, or GitHub, as well as experience with SIEM and SOAR platforms, is required., * 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. ## Description We are seeking a skilled Programmer to join a Cybersecurity Technology Services team. This role focuses on Microsoft Defender, Palo Alto Networks Security Configuration Management (SCM), and cloud security platforms. The position involves building and maintaining automation, integrations, and tooling to enhance the security posture across endpoint, network, and cloud environments., * Develop and maintain automation scripts and applications for security operations, configuration management, and policy enforcement across Microsoft Defender, Palo Alto SCM, and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform). * Integrate APIs from Microsoft Defender XDR, Palo Alto Panorama/SCM, and cloud-native security tools into internal systems and dashboards. * Build and maintain data pipelines for ingesting and normalizing logs into SIEM platforms like Microsoft Sentinel or 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-premise environments. * Document code, integration processes, and platform configurations for operational transparency and audit readiness. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [JavaScript? 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