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Automation Engineer, Mid (5501) (TS/SCI) (Fort Shafter, HI)

SMX · Fort Shafter, HI

Posted about 3 months ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
79 days
SMX's roles stay open a median of 66 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
0% of SMX's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at SMX
high
108 stale, 19 reposted of 119 open
Hiring momentum
210 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-23

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from SMX's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for SMX.

About this role

The Automation Engineer will design, develop, and implement automation solutions to enhance the efficiency and resilience of cybersecurity and network infrastructure. This role involves creating automated workflows and scripts using languages like PowerShell, Ansible, and Python, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities, and ensuring seamless integration with existing systems. The engineer will also document solutions, provide training, and troubleshoot any issues with automation scripts.

Our read on this posting2.4out of 5
benefits
2/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
0/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of SMX as an employer.

What you need

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
  • At least 3 years of experience in automation engineering, scripting, or related roles
  • Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with eligibility for SCI and NATO read-on before commencing work
  • Proficiency in programming languages like PowerShell, Ansible, and Python
  • Experience with automation and orchestration platforms such as Jenkins, Terraform, or comparable tools
  • Familiarity with network infrastructure and cybersecurity systems, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and SIEM platforms

Nice to have

  • Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
  • Certifications such as Security+, Certified Automation Professional (CAP), Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or equivalent certifications
  • Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, including the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, or the CIS Controls
  • Experience within a Department of Defense (DoD) or Intelligence Community (IC) setting.

What you get

  • Health insurance
  • Paid leave
  • Retirement
  • Competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities

Worth weighing

  • Full-time on-site position in Ft. Shafter, HI may limit remote work options
  • Active security clearance required before commencing work
  • No mention of specific tools or technologies beyond those listed, which may indicate a focus on established solutions rather than cutting-edge technology

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Listed by SMX on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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