Cybersecurity Automation Engineer Lead

FICO; Guadalajara; A distancia; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

FICO is seeking a Cybersecurity Automation Engineer Lead in Guadalajara, Mexico. This role involves leading the automation of security technologies and implementing Infrastructure-as-Code solutions. Candidates should have strong Python skills and experience in cybersecurity engineering. Join FICO to contribute to innovative security solutions in a dynamic environment.

Servicios

Competitive compensation

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive culture

Work/life balance initiatives

Formación

• Proven experience in cybersecurity engineering or DevSecOps.
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools.
• Strong knowledge of GitHub and GitOps workflows.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the design and implementation of security automation solutions.
• Automate boundary protection controls and promote 'Security as Code'.
• Collaborate with DevOps and security teams to integrate security into the software lifecycle.

Conocimientos

Python

Security Automation

Scripting

Infrastructure-as-Code

CI/CD

Networking Security

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

CISSP or similar certifications

Herramientas

Terraform

GitHub Actions

Jenkins

Descripción del empleo

Cybersecurity Automation Engineer Lead

Apply locations: Guadalajara, Mexico | Time type: Full time | Posted on: Posted 8 Days Ago | Job requisition id: 30670

About FICO

FICO (NYSE: FICO) is a leading global analytics software company, helping businesses in 100+ countries make better decisions. Join our world-class team today and fulfill your career potential!

The Opportunity

Join our dynamic and growing Cybersecurity team at a world-class analytics company. FICO’s solutions support smarter fraud, risk, marketing, and customer management decisions worldwide. You will lead the design, implementation, and operation of cutting-edge security technologies, focusing on scripting, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), and CI/CD integration. As a key team member, you will automate boundary protection controls such as WAF, Web Proxy, and Email Security, and promote a “Security as Code” culture across the organization. This high-impact, hands-on leadership role requires deep cybersecurity expertise, strong Python skills, and the ability to build scalable, automated solutions.

What You’ll Contribute

• Serve as a technical lead for engineering and automation of boundary security controls including WAF, CDN, Bot Protection, Layer 7 DDoS, Web Proxy, and Zero Trust Access solutions.
• Design and implement automated workflows for deploying, managing, and monitoring security infrastructure using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and GitOps methodologies.
• Leverage tools like Crossplane and Terraform to provision and manage cloud-native and hybrid infrastructure.
• Build automation pipelines using Python, GitHub Actions, and CI/CD frameworks to reduce manual effort and increase agility.
• Engineer scalable security architectures on AWS, integrating security tools into development lifecycles via GitHub and CI/CD platforms.
• Drive adoption of “Security as Code” across the enterprise by developing reusable security modules and deployment playbooks.
• Collaborate with DevOps, Platform Engineering, and Application Security teams to embed boundary protection into the software delivery lifecycle.

What We’re Seeking

• Proven experience in cybersecurity engineering or DevSecOps, with a focus on security automation and scripting.
• Proficiency in Python or similar languages (TypeScript, Shell, Java), with experience building automation tools, APIs, and CLI utilities.
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Jenkins, Crossplane, ArgoCD, or Terraform.
• Strong knowledge of GitHub, including GitHub Actions, GitOps workflows, and repository management.
• Experience automating security deployment and configuration across cloud environments (AWS preferred).
• Solid understanding of networking and application security principles including WAF, TLS, DDoS protection, and security proxies.
• Experience integrating security controls into CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitHub and ArgoCD.
• Automation-first mindset with experience in scripting, configuration management, and self-service tooling.
• Hands-on experience with security technologies such as IPS/IDS, Web Proxies, NSX-T, Palo Alto Firewalls, Zero Trust Network Access, Email Security Gateways, WAFs, and Data Encryption solutions.
• Experience with container security and orchestration.
• Exposure to Zero Trust architectures and boundary security models. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Info Security, or related field, or relevant work experience.
• Desired experience in Network and Cloud Security domains.
• CISSP, CISM, or similar certifications are preferred or willingness to pursue them.
• On-Call duties approximately every month and a half.

Our Offer to You

• An inclusive culture reflecting our core values: Act Like an Owner, Delight Our Customers, Earn Respect.
• Opportunities for impact and professional development through leveraging your strengths and participating in valuable learning experiences.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and rewards to recognize your contributions.
• An engaging, people-first work environment that promotes work/life balance, employee resource groups, and social events to foster camaraderie.

#LI-FS1

#LI-REMOTE

Why Make a Move to FICO?

At FICO, you can develop your career in one of the fastest-growing fields in technology — Big Data analytics. You’ll help businesses use data to improve decisions with advances in AI, machine learning, and more.

FICO’s solutions make a real difference worldwide, from credit scoring and fraud detection to lending. Our success depends on talented people like you, who thrive on collaboration and innovation in a diverse, inclusive environment. Join us and help change the way business thinks!

Learn more about how you can fulfill your potential at www.fico.com/Careers

FICO promotes inclusion and seeks diverse candidates. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you meet many but not all qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

For privacy details, see our Privacy Policy.