Python Automation Engineer
About this opportunity
Career Category
Information Systems
Job Description
Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients
At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission, to serve patients living with serious illnesses, drives all that we do.
Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.
Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
What you will do
Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will collaborate closely with cybersecurity departments to identify and define automation requirements that streamline security processes and incident responses. The engineer will create and refine automation playbooks using low-code platforms, integrate new and existing security tools, and develop custom APIs to ensure seamless inter-connectivity among systems. Additionally, the engineer will engage in the selection and tuning of machine learning algorithms tailored to address specific security challenges faced by the organization. A key component of the role is to maintain up-to-date technical documentation and user guides to support the ongoing use and understanding of automated systems. The Security Automation Engineer must also keep abreast of the latest cybersecurity trends and technologies, sharing insights and best practices with the team to continually enhance the organization’s security posture.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Create playbooks using a low-code platform to streamline security operations
Integrate new and existing security tools and platforms; Design, code, and integrate custom APIs.
Create technical documentation and user guides
Continuously monitor and maintain the automation platform and ensure that all systems and applications are up to date with the latest security patches and updates
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) and industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST)
Keep up to date with the latest security threats, trends, and technologies, and provide recommendations for improving security operations
Triage issues found by tools, external reports, and various tests, to accurately assess the real risks
Offer remediation guidance to partners for identified issues and serve as a customer concern resource for developers as they reduce issues
What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients.
Basic Qualifications:
Master’s degree and 1 to 3 years of directly related experience OR
Bachelor’s degree and 3 to 5 years of directly related experience OR
Diploma and 7 to 9 years of directly related experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Functional Skills:
Must-Have Skills (Not more than 3 to 4):
Proficiency in Python scripting and automation
Experience with REST API technology
Experience with Linux is a MUST
Experience with Security Orchestration Automation and Response (SOAR) tools (e.g. Swimlane, Cortex XSOAR, etc.)
Experience with development of automation playbooks and integrating multiple security tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
Good-to-Have Skills:
Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, technologies, and best practices
Experience in risk management, incident response, and security governance
Knowledge of security architecture frameworks and principles
Professional Certifications (please mention if the certification is preferred or mandatory for the role):
CEH (preferred)
CompTIA Security+ (preferred)
RHCSA (preferred)
CISSP (preferred)
Soft Skills:
Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams
High degree of initiative and self-motivation
Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully
Team oriented, with a focus on achieving team goals
Strong presentation and public speaking skills
Equal opportunity statement
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
What you can expect of us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.
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