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Role : Automation Lead (Python, Selenium, Grafana)
Location : Charlotte, NC / Dallas, TX
Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced Automation Lead with deep expertise in designing and implementing automation frameworks within the security domain. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in Python, Grafana, and security-related automation, with a proven ability to architect scalable solutions that streamline processes and improve operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Required Skills & Qualifications
Location : Charlotte, NC / Dallas, TX
Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced Automation Lead with deep expertise in designing and implementing automation frameworks within the security domain. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in Python, Grafana, and security-related automation, with a proven ability to architect scalable solutions that streamline processes and improve operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop automation frameworks for security processes and tools.
- Build reusable components and libraries to accelerate automation initiatives.
- Automate dashboards, alerts, and reporting using Grafana for security monitoring and analytics.
- Develop robust Python scripts and modules for process automation and integration.
- Collaborate with security engineering, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to identify automation opportunities.
- Ensure automation solutions adhere to security best practices and compliance requirements.
- Optimize existing automation workflows for performance and scalability.
- Provide technical leadership and mentor team members on automation standards and practices.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- 6?8 years of experience in automation development, with at least 3 years in the security domain.
- Strong proficiency in Python for scripting and framework development.
- Hands-on experience with Grafana for dashboard automation and visualization.
- Solid understanding of security principles and processes (IAM, monitoring, compliance).
- Experience in designing modular and scalable automation frameworks.
- Familiarity with APIs, RESTful services, and integration patterns.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and leadership abilities.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
- Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and infrastructure automation tools (Terraform, Ansible).
- Exposure to SIEM/SOAR platforms and security orchestration.
- Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, or equivalent) are a plus.