Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer

Full-Time 63000 - 77000 £ / year (est.) Working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Design and develop automation solutions for enterprise SASE and network security environments.
  • Company: Join a forward-thinking team focused on enhancing security through automation.
  • Benefits: Earn £500-£525 per day, fully remote work, and flexible contract terms.
  • Other info: Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and grow your career in cybersecurity.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by automating security processes in a dynamic environment.
  • Qualifications: Strong Python skills, experience with Terraform, and a background in network security.

The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.

We are looking for an experienced Automation Engineer to join a long-term programme focused on automating and improving enterprise SASE and network security environments. This is a 12-month, fully remote contract offering £500-£525 per day Outside IR35.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop automation solutions across enterprise SASE and network security environments
  • Automate configuration, deployment and operational processes using Python
  • Build and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Terraform
  • Develop integrations using REST APIs
  • Automate security and networking workflows across cloud and SASE platforms
  • Work closely with network, security and engineering teams to identify opportunities for automation
  • Improve repeatability, scalability and reliability across security infrastructure
  • Support automated provisioning, configuration management and platform integrations
  • Troubleshoot automation scripts, API integrations and infrastructure deployments

Key Skills

  • Strong hands-on Python development and scripting experience
  • Strong experience with Terraform / Infrastructure as Code
  • Experience building and integrating REST APIs
  • Strong background within SASE, network security or secure networking
  • Experience automating enterprise networking or cybersecurity environments
  • Good understanding of networking concepts including routing, firewalls, VPNs and secure connectivity
  • Experience working within cloud or hybrid infrastructure environments
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Highly Desirable

  • Experience with Palo Alto Networks
  • Hands-on experience with Prisma Access
  • Knowledge of Palo Alto Networks APIs and automation capabilities
  • Experience with Ansible
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines such as GitLab, GitHub Actions or Jenkins
  • Exposure to AWS, Azure or GCP
  • Experience working within large enterprise security environments

Automation Engineer employer: 83zero Ltd

As a Supply Chain Planning Analyst at our Desford location, you will be part of a dynamic team in a thriving manufacturing environment that values innovation and continuous improvement. We offer a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth through hands-on experience and collaboration with cross-functional teams, ensuring that your contributions are recognised and impactful. With competitive pay and a commitment to employee development, this role provides an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in supply chain management.

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Contact Details:

83zero Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Automation Engineer

Python Development
Scripting
Terraform
Infrastructure as Code
REST APIs
Network Security
SASE