Wiz Implementation Engineer

We are a trusted Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what’s next. Our offerings and proven solutions create unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above.We are experiencing tremendous growth, with $566 million in revenue in FY21, representing 12.9% year-over-year growth. Along with that growth, we onboarded over 3,000 new employees in the past year, bringing our total employee count to over 15,000 people located in 18 countries across the globe.At Persistent, our values are more than a list of ideals to improve our corporate image. We’re dedicated to building an inclusive culture that reflects what’s important to our employees and is based on what they value. As a result, 95% of our employees approve of the CEO and 83% recommend working at Persistent to a friend.About Position:We are looking for a Wiz Implementation Engineer (Automation) will be responsible for deploying, integrating, and automating Wiz CNAPP capabilities across cloud, Kubernetes, and container environments.The role focuses on enabling security visibility (containers, registries, CI/CD pipelines) and building automation for onboarding, validation, and reporting, ensuring scalable and consistent deployment aligned with program objectives.About Position:Role: Wiz Implementation EngineerLocation: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid) (Hybrid)Hire Type: contractWhat You'll Do:The Wiz Implementation Engineer (Automation) will be responsible for deploying, integrating, and automating Wiz CNAPP capabilities across cloud, Kubernetes, and container environments.The role focuses on enabling security visibility (containers, registries, CI/CD pipelines) and building automation for onboarding, validation, and reporting, ensuring scalable and consistent deployment aligned with program objectivesExpertise You'll Bring:Core SkillsStrong Python scripting:REST API integrationJSON/data processingExperience with automation and scripting for cloud/security workflowsCloud & SecurityHands-on experience with:Wiz / Prisma / CNAPP toolsStrong understanding of:Cloud security (IAM, vulnerabilities, misconfigurations)Container security conceptsKubernetes & ContainersWorking knowledge of:Kubernetes (pods, namespaces, RBAC)Docker and container lifecycleExperience onboarding Kubernetes into security platformsCI/CD & DevOpsExperience integrating tools into:CI/CD pipelinesFamiliarity with DevSecOps practices and pipeline-based deploymentsPreferredExposure to multi-cloud environmentsExperience in enterprise-scale security rollout programsExperience in regulated environmentsExperience Required5–8 years in Cloud Security / DevSecOps / Platform EngineeringHands-on experience with: CNAPP tools (Wiz preferred)Python automationKey Responsibilities1. Wiz Deployment & IntegrationConfigure and onboard Wiz across:Cloud platforms (AWS / Azure / GCP)Kubernetes clusters and workloadsContainer registries (GAR, ACR, JFrog or equivalent)Enable scanning for:Vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and IAM risksValidate onboarding completeness and asset visibility2. Kubernetes & Container Security EnablementOnboard clusters, namespaces, and workloads into WizEnable:Container image scanningRuntime security visibilityValidate coverage and consistency of security findings3. Registry & Cloud Security ConfigurationImplement registry scanning and connectivity setupTroubleshoot onboarding and scanning issuesEnsure accurate ingestion of security findings across environments4. CI/CD Integration (Wiz CLI)Integrate Wiz CLI into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins/GitHub Actions/GitLab CI)Enable:Automated vulnerability scanningPolicy enforcement during builds and deploymentsValidate pipeline scan execution and outputs5. Python Automation & ToolingDevelop automation scripts for:Wiz API integrations (scan data, assets, findings)Onboarding validation and monitoringCoverage and scan reportingAutomate:Scan result extraction and processingValidation of registry, cluster, and pipeline scansBuild reusable utilities for:Coverage tracking across environmentsReporting and dashboards6. Monitoring & ValidationValidate:Scan outputs across cloud, containers, and registriesConsistency of risk findings across environmentsGenerate deployment and coverage reportsSupport troubleshooting and issue resolutionBenefits:Competitive salary and benefits packageCulture focused on talent development with quarterly promotion cycles and company-sponsored higher education and certificationsOpportunity to work with cutting-edge technologiesEmployee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and ‘Long Service’ awardsAnnual health check-ups as well as insurance:Group term life insurancePersonal accident insuranceMediclaim hospitalization insurance for self, spouse, two children, and parentsWhy Persistent is an employer of choiceTechnology Innovation: culture of innovation using cutting-edge technology to bring value to clients.Growth and Career Progression: learning opportunities for growth, including quarterly promotion cycles.One Persistent Culture: global outlook with diversity and inclusion at its core.Mental and Physical Wellness: employee health and mindfulness programs