Security Automation & Detection Engineer

Apex Systems; Plano, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 96,000 - 103,000; Part time

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems is seeking a Security Automation & Detection Engineer for a hybrid role, onsite three days weekly either in Plano, TX, or Malvern, PA. The candidate will integrate threat intel, automate security processes, and develop detections to improve visibility into cyber risks.

The ideal candidate has hands-on security engineering experience, strong Python skills, and familiarity with SIEMs and threat intel feeds.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information technology, computer science, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in security engineering, detection engineering, or security operations.
• Strong Python scripting and REST API integrations.

Responsibilities

• Integrate and operationalize threat intelligence within continuous monitoring.
• Develop detections using threat intel, vulnerability data, and third-party risk data.
• Analyze and transform security data for SIEM ingestion.
• Design and build automation, integrations, and reusable scripts.
• Create documentation and patterns to support production implementation.
• Automate workflows for third-party security data management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve monitoring capabilities.

Skills

Python scripting

REST API integrations

Security engineering

Detection engineering

SIEM

Threat intelligence

Automation workflows

SOC

Vulnerability management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/IT/CS

Tools

Splunk

Elastic

SOAR platforms

Job description

# Security Automation & Detection EngineerApply**Job#: 3046485****Job Description:**Security Automation & Detection EngineerPosition OverviewOne of your financial clients is seeking a Security Automation & Detection Engineer to support and enhance their third-party continuous monitoring and cybersecurity operations programs. This role will focus on integrating threat intelligence sources, automating security processes, improving data quality, and developing detections that strengthen the organization's visibility into cyber risks.The ideal candidate is a hands-on security professional with strong automation and engineering skills who can leverage Python, APIs, and security technologies to build scalable solutions and improve operational efficiency.This position will be hybrid 3 days a week onsite either in Plano, TX or Malvern, PA.Key Responsibilities* Integrate and operationalize multiple threat intelligence sources within the client's continuous monitoring environment.* Develop and implement security detections using threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and third-party risk data.* Analyze, normalize, and transform security data to support ingestion into SIEM and security monitoring platforms.* Design and develop automation solutions, proof-of-concept integrations, and reusable scripts using Python and APIs.* Create and maintain technical documentation and integration patterns to support production implementation efforts.* Automate workflows related to third-party and supplier security data management.* Support data quality initiatives, including identifying and resolving incomplete or missing supplier security information.* Partner with cybersecurity, vendor management, and risk stakeholders to improve monitoring capabilities and operational processes.* Contribute to detection engineering, security automation, and other cybersecurity initiatives as priorities evolve.Required Qualifications* Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.* Experience in security engineering, detection engineering, security operations, cybersecurity automation, or a related discipline.* Strong proficiency in Python scripting and REST API integrations.* Experience building automation solutions and streamlining operational workflows.* Understanding of SIEM platforms and security data ingestion concepts.* Ability to translate security use cases into actionable detections and automated processes.* Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.Preferred Qualifications* Experience with vulnerability management, risk assessment, and remediation processes.* Familiarity with threat intelligence platforms, intelligence feeds, and threat-driven security operations.* Experience working within a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment.* Knowledge of detection engineering, security orchestration, and incident response practices.* Hands-on experience with SIEM technologies such as **Splunk** or **Elastic**.* Experience with **SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response)** platforms.* Relevant cybersecurity certifications (Security+, CySA+, GCIH, GCIA, CISSP, or similar) are a plus. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Plano, TX, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** August 15, 2026**Pay Range:** $70 - $75 per hour