About Sentinel BlueSentinel Blue is a values-driven Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) committed to safeguarding our clients within the defense industrial base and broader government contracting community. Founded on trust and a relentless pursuit of excellence, our mission is to deliver scalable, comprehensive cybersecurity solutions that empower our partners to achieve long-term sustainability, regulatory compliance, and business success.The Role: Automation EngineerWe are looking for a capable, curious, and committed Automation Engineer to help us accelerate and mature our internal tools and client-facing automations. You will be embedded in the heart of Sentinel Blues engineering operations, building integrations across Microsoft 365, Azure, and MSP platforms like RMM, PSA, and compliance tooling. You will work across the stack and the organization: scoping automation projects, writing code and scripts, integrating with APIs, diagramming your solutions, and pushing them into production.This role is ideal for someone with automation experience who thrives on identifying friction points and eliminating them through elegant, secure, and documented automation.This is a full-time position that is fully remote. Due to the nature of our work, you must be a U.S. citizen with eligibility for a clearance. No exceptions.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement secure automations across Microsoft 365, Azure, and MSP toolsetsBuild and maintain integrations using RESTful APIs Graph API, vendor APIs, etc.Develop and maintain scripts and tools using PowerShell, Python, or BashPlan automation projects from scoping through delivery including testing, documentation, and rolloutDiagram and document automation solutions for both technical peers and non-technical stakeholdersCollaborate with security, support, and compliance teams to ensure automation aligns with security best practicesParticipate in code reviews and contribute to version-controlled repositories Git/GitHubLead initiatives that improve efficiency, reduce manual work, and increase service quality across the businessWe are Looking For Someone WhoHas hands on experience working with and connecting APIsCan confidently write and maintain production-grade scripts in PowerShell, Python, and/or BashThinks like an engineer and a security practitioner considering access control, auditability, and integrity in all solutionsHas planned, scoped, executed, and delivered automation or integration projects end to endCommunicates clearly especially when writing documentation for othersCan operate both independently and as a team leader on cross-functional projectsUnderstands how to map problems to solutions, systems to workflows, and complexity to clarityWants to be part of a team that truly gives a damn, enjoys the journey, and builds things the right wayRequirementsU.S. citizenship3+ years of experience automating, scripting and/or programmingPreferred QualificationsStrong familiarity with Microsoft 365, Azure AD, and Graph APIExperience integrating or automating RMM tools, PSA platforms, or compliance systemsExposure to version control systems Git/GitHub and CI/CD pipelinesComfort working in fast-moving, dynamic environments with high standards and high trustAbility to create architectural diagrams and user-focused documentationBenefitsFully paid individual healthcare, vision and dental insurance for the employeePaid certification and training opportunitiesThree weeks of paid vacation plus 10 paid holidaysA supportive environment with a focus on keeping healthy work life balanceRetirement benefit 401k with company match
