Cybersecurity Engineer _Automation & Scripting_ Vulnerability Python,PowerShell, orBash., Devops with Remote

Job Title: Cybersecurity Engineer Client: Direct Location: 100% Remote USA Employment Type: Long-Term Contract Job Summary: We are seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer with strong expertise in Vulnerability Management (VM), Cloud Security, and Scripting/Automation. The ideal candidate will play a key role in strengthening the organization's security posture by identifying, assessing, and mitigating vulnerabilities across complex cloud and hybrid environments. This is a long-term remote contract opportunity with one of our prestigious clients Key Responsibilities: • Lead and support Vulnerability Management Operations (VMOPS) across cloud and on-prem environments. • Perform end-to-end vulnerability lifecycle management: identification, validation, prioritization, remediation tracking, and reporting. • Develop and maintain automation scripts and tools (using Python, PowerShell, or similar) to streamline vulnerability scanning and reporting processes. • Integrate and optimize VM tools with Cloud Services (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform). • Collaborate with DevOps, IT, and Security teams to remediate vulnerabilities and improve overall system security. • Build and maintain dashboards and metrics to track risk trends and remediation progress. • Support and enhance security configurations, patch management, and compliance monitoring. • Document procedures, technical guides, and operational runbooks. Required Skills & Experience: • 5 8 years of experience in Cybersecurity Engineering or related roles. • Strong hands-on expertise in Vulnerability Management tools (e.g., Qualys, Tenable, Rapid7, or Prisma). • Deep understanding of Cloud Security (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform). • Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python, PowerShell, or Bash. • Knowledge of API integration, CI/CD pipelines, and automation frameworks. • Familiarity with network and endpoint security controls, patching, and compliance standards (CIS, NIST, ISO 27001). • Experience with security reporting and dashboarding tools (e.g., Power BI, Splunk). • Excellent communication, documentation, and analytical skills. Nice to Have: • Exposure to MS Azure Security Services (Entra, Data Factory, Power BI, Data Lake). • Experience with DevSecOps and Infrastructure as Code (IaC). • Relevant certifications: CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP, or Microsoft Security Engineer. Why Join: • Work 100% remotely from anywhere in the U.S. • Long-term contract with a leading global telecom client (Verizon). • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud and cybersecurity technologies. Apply tot his job