Job Details:

Job Description:

The world is transforming - and so is Intel. Intel is a company of bold and curious inventors and problem solvers who create some of the most astounding technology advancements and experiences in the world. With a legacy of relentless innovation and a commitment to bring smart, connected devices to every person on Earth, our diverse and brilliant teams are continually searching for tomorrow's technology and revel in the challenge that changing the world for the better brings. We work every single day to design and manufacture silicon products that empower people's digital lives. Come join us and do something wonderful.

Who we Are:

Intel's Information Security organization enables Intel to provide secure products, solutions, and services which meet U.S. regulatory requirements. The Information Security organization supports the unique IT information Security and Compliance requirements for Intel federal projects that deliver products and/or services to the US Government (USG).

As part of this team, you will help us grow our secure solution suite to meet U.S. Government requirements. The Intel Information Security organization is seeking a Security Automation Engineer to join our team. This role is ideal for a technically strong and forward-thinking individual who can lead by example, influence architectural decisions, and drive automation and integration efforts in a highly regulated environment. Business travel is required as needed.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design and implement secure, scalable automation solutions.
• Lead development of Infrastructure-as-Code and orchestration tools to improve execution velocity, reduce operational overhead, and enhance system reliability.
• Develop, test, and deploy Ansible playbooks and Python scripts to automate provisioning, configuration, and management of network devices and services
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define long-term technical direction and roadmap for secure enclave automation.
• Implement robust, high-performance data/schema validation frameworks and secure Web API architecture to ensure data integrity.
• Implement monitoring and alerting systems to proactively identify and resolve network issues, leveraging automation for remediation and reporting.
• Package and deploy applications in compliance with IT and federal security standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in automation processes, ensuring high reliability and minimal manual intervention.
• Contribute to system hardening, patching, and compliance automation using industry and DoD standards (e.g., STIG).
• Support system integration, monitoring, and operational continuity.

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Qualifications:

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. Experience listed below would be obtained through a combination of your degree, research and or relevant previous job and or internship experiences.

Minimum Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and 3+ years of applicable experience.

1+ years of experience in the following:

• CI/CD pipelines and version control systems (e.g., Git, GitHub, GitLab).
• Linux system administration and scripting (Python, Bash, Shell).

3+ years of experience in the following:

• REST APIs and web services.
• Writing and debugging core automation logic in C/C++.
• Infrastructure-as-Code tools (e.g., Ansible, Chef, Puppet, Terraform).
• Validating XML schemas and implementing rigorous data/rule validation checks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of Networking and Security principles.
• Active U.S. Government Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
• Ability to thrive in dynamic and fast-paced environments.
• Certifications such as Cisco Dev Net, Red Hat Ansible, CompTIA Network+, Python.
• Experience with embedded software development and system integration.
• Experience with Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) and Dev Sec Ops principles.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, system patching, and secure deployment practices.

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location:

US, California, Folsom

Additional Locations:

US, Arizona, Phoenix, US, California, Santa Clara, US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Business group:

IT is the trusted technology partner for Intel's business, relentlessly focused on the experience of our people, our end users, and our customers. We design and support Intel's IT infrastructure, driving e-Commerce and web services with a focus on robust security and identity protection.

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust

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Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $105,300.00-175,210.00 USD

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Work Model for this Role

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.