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Role & seniority: Software Developer III (Cybersecurity Engineering – Penetration Testing & SIEM Integration) for HHSC; onsite in Austin, TX; long-term engagement.
Stack / tools: Kali Linux; penetration testing toolchains; REST APIs; Python, Bash, PowerShell, Java, JavaScript, or C#; Linux server administration; SIEM platforms (Splunk, Sentinel or equivalents); API integrations; containerization/virtualization (Docker, VMware); CI/CD; security automation tooling.
Design, develop, and support secure software components, APIs, and automation to enable penetration testing workflows and security automation.
Build and maintain Kali Linux-based testing infrastructure; configure toolchains; develop exploits/test harnesses; support red team engagements.
Develop connectors and data pipelines to ingest, normalize, and forward telemetry to SIEMs; automate alert enrichment, correlation, and reporting; integrate results into GRC workflows.
3–5 years (minimum) of professional software development experience.
Proficiency in at least one major language (Python, Java, JavaScript, or C#); REST API development; scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell); Linux administration.
Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (Splunk, Sentinel, or equivalents); secure coding practices; API/integration experience.
5–8 years of software development experience; advanced security automation and platform integrations.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION: Cybersecurity Engineering – Penetration Testing & SIEM Integration
DURATION: Long term
Client: HHSC
Location: Austin, TX – Onsite
Additional Job Details And Special Considerations
HHSC ITSAC – Software Developer III
(Cybersecurity Engineering – Penetration Testing & SIEM Integration)
Position Summary
The Software Developer III will serve within the HHSC Chief Information Security Office (CISO) to design, develop, and support cybersecurity engineering solutions that enhance penetration testing capabilities, security automation, and Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) integrations. This role will focus on building secure APIs, automation scripts, and tool integrations that enable scalable security testing, continuous monitoring, and data-driven threat detection across HHSC environments.
The position requires strong software development expertise combined with hands-on cybersecurity engineering skills, including Kali Linux server deployment, penetration testing toolchain support, SIEM data ingestion, and security automation scripting.
This role directly supports HHSC’s Zero Trust, continuous monitoring, and security operations modernization initiatives.
Primary Responsibilities
Security Engineering & Development
Design and develop secure software components, APIs, and microservices to support penetration testing workflows and security automation. Build custom integrations between penetration testing platforms, vulnerability scanning tools, and enterprise SIEM platforms. Develop data ingestion pipelines to normalize and forward security telemetry into Splunk and other SIEM platforms. Create automation scripts to orchestrate security testing, evidence collection, and reporting processes. Support integration of security testing results into governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) platforms.
Penetration Testing Enablement
Build and maintain Kali Linux-based penetration testing infrastructure, including virtualized and cloud-hosted environments. Configure and manage penetration testing toolchains, frameworks, and supporting services. Develop custom exploit scripts, test harnesses, and proof-of-concept code to validate security findings. Support red team and application penetration testing engagements through automation and tool development.
SIEM & Security Operations Integration
Develop APIs and connectors to integrate security tools with enterprise SIEM platforms. Implement log parsing, enrichment, and normalization logic to improve detection fidelity. Automate alert enrichment, correlation, and reporting workflows. Collaborate with CSOC teams to align development efforts with detection and monitoring requirements.
Scripting & Automation
Develop scripts using Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar languages to automate security operations and testing processes. Implement CI/CD pipelines for security tooling and integration code. Maintain version control repositories and documentation for developed solutions.
Security & Compliance Alignment
Ensure developed solutions comply with HHSC security standards, DIR security control requirements, and NIST-based frameworks. Participate in architecture reviews, risk assessments, and technical design sessions. Produce technical documentation, configuration guides, and operational runbooks.
Required Qualifications – Software Developer III
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience). 3–5 years of professional software development experience.
Proficiency in one or more programming languages: Python, Java, JavaScript, or C#. Experience developing REST APIs and integrating enterprise platforms. Hands-on scripting experience (Python, Bash, PowerShell). Experience deploying and administering Linux systems. Familiarity with SIEM platforms (Splunk, Sentinel, or equivalent). Knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals and secure coding practices.
Additional Qualifications – Software Developer III
5–8 years of professional software development experience. Advanced experience building security automation and platform integrations. Hands-on experience with penetration testing tools and Kali Linux environments. Experience developing security data pipelines and SIEM integrations. Experience with containerization and virtualization (Docker, VMware, cloud-hosted labs). Ability to design scalable and resilient security tool architectures. Experience working in regulated or government environments preferred.
Preferred Certifications
OSCP, CEH, or equivalent penetration testing certification. Splunk Certified Developer or SIEM integration experience. Security+, CISSP, or equivalent security certification. Linux administration certification.
Key Competencies
Secure software development API and systems integration Security automation and orchestration Penetration testing toolchain engineering SIEM and log pipeline development Linux server administration Technical documentation and collaboration
II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.
Years
Required/Preferred
Experience
8
Required
Advanced experience building security automation and platform integrations.
8
Required
Hands-on experience with penetration testing tools and Kali Linux environments.
8
Required
PLEASE CHECK THE JOB DESCRIPTION FOR ADDITIONAL REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
3
Preferred
Proficiency in one or more programming languages: Python, Java, JavaScript, or C#.
3
Preferred
Experience developing REST APIs and integrating enterprise platforms.
3
Preferred
Experience developing security data pipelines and SIEM integrations.
3
Preferred
Ability to design scalable and resilient security tool architectures.
3
Preferred
PLEASE CHECK THE JOB DESCRIPTION FOR ADDITIONAL REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE