Jr. Security Automation Engineer Skillbridge Intern

Blackpoint Cyber

9h

About The Position

Blackpoint Cyber is the leading provider of world-class cybersecurity threat hunting, detection and remediation technology. Founded by former National Security Agency (NSA) cyber operations experts who applied their learnings to bring national security-grade technology solutions to commercial customers around the world, Blackpoint Cyber is in hyper-growth mode, fueled by a recent $190m series C round.
Company Culture
On this team, we value high-quality execution, ownership, and strong morals. With us, principles are never tested, and we are proud to always do right by our customers. If you’re a driven professional with a passion for learning and contributing towards the best, then Blackpoint welcomes you. Our team is energetic and collaborative, maintaining a high-performance culture and enabling growth through overcoming challenges in the modern cyberthreat landscape.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in coding, development, or scripting, with a specific focus on cybersecurity applications, Python Strongly Preferred.
• Proven experience in security automation and tool management within a SOC environment.
• 1+ years of experience in an information security role, with a preference for experience in SOC, Threat Hunting, or DFIR.
• Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and data analysis techniques.
• Proficiency in leveraging APIs for data retrieval and automation.
• Familiarity with Elasticsearch, OCSF, Kibana query languages, or similar queries.
• Excellent communication skills for effectively summarizing and presenting findings and trends.

Nice To Haves

• General understanding of solutions such as superblocks, n8n, tines, utilizing webhooks, and configuring tools like Hive or SOAR platforms.
• Experience in network/system administration, preferably in a cybersecurity context.
• Scripting experience with PowerShell is a plus.
• Familiarity with Power BI, Excel, or similar tools for data analysis and visualization.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Advanced skills in Kibana, including dashboard creation and data visualization.
• Background in network/system administration.
• Proficiency in Python Scripting.

Responsibilities

• Security Automation Development: Design, develop, and maintain security automation tools and scripts to enhance the SOC's operational efficiency and response capabilities.
• Utilize Python and other scripting languages to create custom solutions for integrating and automating security processes.
• API Integration and Report Automation: Leverage various APIs to automate data retrieval and report generation, enhancing the SOC's analytical and reporting capabilities.
• Work with internal and external data sources to streamline data aggregation and analysis.
• Continuous Improvement and Innovation: Regularly investigate attacks and collaborate with Security Operations to understand the threat landscape across the customer base to identify opportunities for improving detection logic and automation.
• Stay updated with the latest cybersecurity trends and technologies to continually innovate and improve SOC processes.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with SOC analysts to understand their needs and develop automation solutions that support their workflows.
• Work closely with other technical teams to integrate security automation tools with existing systems and platforms.

Benefits

• For eligible employees in the US, Blackpoint offers competitive Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance plans, a robust 401k plan, Discretionary Time Off, and other minor perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern