Security Automation Engineer

WoodmenLife; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in Omaha seeks a motivated Security Automation Engineer. The role involves enhancing security through innovation, mentoring team members, and developing automation solutions. You will directly contribute to safeguarding member information while enjoying a collaborative work environment that promotes growth and creativity.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules

Mentorship opportunities

Collaborative environment

Professional growth

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in product, enterprise, or application security.
• Proficiency in programming and scripting languages like .NET and PowerShell.
• Solid understanding of security architecture and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Partner with engineering teams to design secure automation architectures.
• Contribute to the development of security automation services.
• Collaborate with Security Operations and integrate automated solutions.

Skills

Security principles

API design

Automation technologies

Scripting languages

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security

Tools

.NET

PowerShell

Git

Job description

WoodmenLife Home Office, Omaha, Nebraska, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 6:00 AM

Security Automation Engineer position:

We are seeking a motivated Security Automation Engineer to enhance our security posture by developing and implementing innovative solutions. You will contribute to the architecture and design of security automation across the organization and provide guidance on how to securely automate processes. You will also contribute to the design and development of a security automation service to streamline various security functions and processes across the organization. This role requires a solid understanding of security principles, API design, automation technologies, and scripting languages, as well as the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment. You will collaborate with the Security Operations and Product Security teams to optimize security throughout the business.

Great Culture, Great People, Great Company
If you’re looking for a company that’s big enough to have exciting and challenging business opportunities, yet small enough to make a personal impact – WoodmenLife may be the place for you.

We’ve been a fixture in downtown Omahaover 135 years, and we promote a family-first environment with flexible work schedules, a team-oriented atmosphere, and a culture that encourages personal and professional growth, knowledge and community involvement.

As a NOT FOR PROFIT, WoodmenLife is a different kind of insurance company. We give back revenues to our members, not investors. We’ve been around for more than a century because we’ve always kept our promises. Through recessions and wars, we’ve remained stable and reliable.

Impactful Innovation:

Why you’ll love this Security Automation Engineer position at WoodmenLife

As a Security Automation Engineer, you’ll enhance our security measures through automated solutions, directly safeguarding our members’ information. Your innovative approach will make a real-world impact.

Mentorship and Growth:

At WoodmenLife, we value knowledge-sharing and continuous learning. As a Security Automation Engineer, you’ll have opportunities to mentor others, share your expertise in automation, and contribute to a collaborative security culture.

Driving the Future:

We’re not just maintaining the status quo; we’re actively shaping the future of security through automation. If you want to drive positive change and be part of a dynamic team, this position aligns with your goals. Your contributions will help us stay ahead in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity.

Quote from the manager for this position about why they love this position:

“This role offers a unique blend of challenges and opportunities. You will be at the forefront of our security automation efforts, driving innovation and making a tangible impact on our organization. The collaborative environment at WoodmenLife ensures that your ideas are heard and valued. If you are passionate about security and automation, and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, you will find this position incredibly rewarding.”

Essential Job Functions

• Security Automation Architecture & Design: Partner with engineering teams to design secure and scalable automation architectures for security tools and organizational processes. Define security requirements for automation solutions and guide teams on best practices.
• Security Automation Service Development: Contribute to the design and development of a security automation service for standardized access to core security functions, leveraging technologies such as .NET, PowerShell, Bicep, and low-code/no-code tools, to automate IAM, threat containment, incident response, audit/assurance, and reporting.
• Collaboration and Integration: Collaborate with Security Operations and Product Security to integrate automated solutions, optimize incident response, and automate security testing.
• Emerging Technologies Research: Research emerging security technologies and provide recommendations for improvement of automation capabilities.
• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all automation scripts, playbooks, workflows, and security solutions.
• Cross-functional Partnership: Partner with engineering teams to understand AI capabilities and assist in identifying opportunities for security automation to ensure adequate controls.
• Mentorship & Team Development: Act as a mentor to junior security team members, sharing expertise and providing guidance on product security principles, threat modeling, and secure coding practices.
• Security Policy & Standards Development: Help develop and maintain security policies, standards, and guidelines for the organization. Promote security best practices and raise awareness among engineering teams.
• Meets expectations for attendance and punctuality in accordance with the expectations established by your supervisor and WoodmenLife policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications

This job requires a background that demonstrates the following minimum knowledge, skills, talents, and traits:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 2+ years of experience in product, enterprise, or application security, with a focus on security automation and/or DevSecOps.
• Solid understanding of security principles, security architecture, and industry best practices.
• Proficiency in programing and scripting languages like .NET and PowerShell.
• Experience with API design and development.
• Experience with low-code/no-code automation platforms.
• Experience with Git.
• Understanding of Agile methodologies, Secured Software Development Life Cycle and CI/CD security principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of articulating complex security issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a detail-oriented and proactive approach to security.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects, and set priorities effectively.
• Ability to stay current with evolving security threats and industry best practices.
• The ability to provide seamless, trustworthy, attentive, and resourceful (S.T.A.R.) customer service.

Desired Qualifications

• Hold or be able to obtain within the first 12 months at least one professional security certification from an accredited institution(e.g., CISSP, CSSLP, OSCP, CEH, or GIAC, etc.).
• Experience with automation, cloud platforms, containerization technologies, and infrastructure-as-code (IaC).
• Hands-on experience in Agile or DevSecOps environments.
• Adaptable and eager to learn new security technologies.

As part of WoodmenLife’s employment process, candidates will be required to complete a criminal background check, credit check (where required for position), Fingerprint check (where required for position), drug screen and reference checks. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successfully passing the above.

WoodmenLife iswelcoming to all regardless of background and beliefs. WoodmenLife respects every associate’s unique perspective and contribution. We are committed to creating an environment that values differences, and creates opportunities for growth, leadership and service. This commitment includes providing equal opportunity in recruitment, employment and promotion, training and community outreach. WoodmenLife is also dedicated to strengthening the communities in which its employees live.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION IF SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS ARE NEEDED.

Woodmen of the World Life Insurance Society (WoodmenLife) is an equal opportunity employer.

WoodmenLife Home Office, Omaha, Nebraska, United States of America