Lead Developer – Security Application Development (Back-End) at CBTS

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jul, 26

Salary

113000.0

Posted On

07 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Back-end development, Cloud security, Python, Java, Spring Boot, Node.js, C#, .NET, RESTful APIs, Microservices, SQL, SIEM, EDR, Security automation, Incident response, Cloud architecture

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Job Purpose The CBTS Cloud Practice is a dynamic, fast‑paced environment delivering modern public and private cloud solutions for enterprise customers. We are seeking an experienced Lead Developer – Cloud Security & Back-End Engineering who combines strong back-end development expertise with hands-on cloud security automation and security operations support. This role is responsible for designing and developing scalable, secure back-end services, building and supporting cloud security automation solutions, and serving as a technical escalation point for Security Operations teams. The ideal candidate is customer-focused, technically strong, and passionate about applying automation and modern cloud architectures to solve complex security and application challenges. Key Responsibilities Back-End Engineering & Architecture Lead the design, development, and optimization of scalable, secure, high-performance back-end systems Build and maintain RESTful APIs, integration services, and server-side logic for enterprise-scale applications Implement microservices-based architectures using modern frameworks such as Java (Spring Boot), Node.js, or .NET Optimize application performance, scalability, reliability, and security through clean code practices and database tuning Integrate authentication, authorization, and data protection mechanisms into application platforms Guide code reviews, enforce development standards, and mentor junior engineers Cloud Security Automation (Primary Focus) Design, build, and maintain security automation workflows across SOAR and security platforms, including: Cortex XSOAR Microsoft Sentinel Dropzone AI Other SIEM, EDR, and cloud security tools Develop automation scripts and integrations using Python Create and optimize queries, detections, analytics, and dashboards for SIEM and EDR platforms Improve incident response efficiency by reducing manual investigation effort through automation Support security product development and enhancement initiatives within the Cloud Practice Security Tool Support & Incident Escalation Act as a technical escalation point for SOC Analysts and Security Engineers Assist teams with operation, troubleshooting, and optimization of security tools Analyze alert and investigation patterns to identify opportunities for workflow and tooling improvement Perform root-cause analysis of incidents and platform issues to improve future response Training, Enablement & Collaboration Deliver technical training to SOC Analysts, Engineers, and customers on third-party security tools and automation Collaborate with cross-functional teams including: Cloud Engineers Practice Principals Account Executives Enterprise and Security Architects Participate in customer environment assessments, requirements definition, and solution design Create documentation, best practices, and operational runbooks Required Skills & Experience Back-End & Cloud Development Strong experience in Back-End Development using one or more of: Java & Spring Boot Node.js C# / .NET Experience designing and building RESTful APIs and microservices Strong understanding of SQL databases (e.g., MS SQL) and data modeling Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git, Maven, and Docker Security & Automation Hands-on experience with security automation and workflow orchestration Strong Python scripting skills Experience with SIEM and EDR platforms Solid understanding of: Incident response workflows Security operations processes Cloud security concepts and tooling Leadership & Behavioral Competencies Technical leadership and mentoring capability Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Customer-focused mindset with attention to quality and outcomes Excellent communication and collaboration skills Ownership, accountability, and proactive approach to improvement Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field 8–12 years of overall experience in software development, cloud engineering, or security engineering Experience in enterprise or managed services environments preferred #LI-PK1 #LI-HYBRID #LI-OHIO Due to U.S. Government requirements applicable to foreign-owned telecommunications providers, non-US citizens may be required to submit to an extensive government agency background check which will necessitate disclosure of sensitive Personally Identifiable Information.

Responsibilities

The role involves designing and developing scalable back-end services while building and maintaining cloud security automation workflows. You will also serve as a technical escalation point for security operations teams and mentor junior engineers.