AVP, Engineering Security Operations Manager

LPL Financial LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 129,986 - 216,609; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K matching

Health benefits

Employee stock options

Paid time off

Volunteer time off

Job summary

LPL Financial LLC is seeking an AVP, Engineering Security Operations in Austin, TX to lead a team responsible for the operational effectiveness and innovation of security engineering controls across the organization. You will ensure secure operation of critical infrastructure, drive incident response readiness, and mentor junior engineers.

The role requires deep expertise in security operations, strong leadership, and collaboration with IT to embed security in new deployments.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in information security with leadership experience across multiple domains.
• Experience across security operations, engineering leadership, and regulatory considerations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of security engineers responsible for day-to-day operations of SIEM, EDR, DLP, and IAM tools.
• Oversee implementation, configuration, and optimization of security platforms to improve posture.
• Develop incident response playbooks and runbooks for threat hunting and tool management.
• Drive optimization and automation to improve efficiency and effectiveness of security operations.
• Collaborate with IT and architecture teams to embed security requirements in design and deployment.
• Manage vendor relationships and evaluate new security technologies and services.

Skills

Security leadership

SIEM experience

EDR experience

Vulnerability mgmt

IAM

Network security

Automation (Python/PowerShell)

Cloud security

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS/InfoSec

Tools

Splunk

Exabeam

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

CrowdStrike

SentinelOne

Qualys

Tenable

Rapid7

Job description

Job Overview

The AVP, Engineering Security Operations will lead a team responsible for the operational effectiveness, improvement, and innovation of security engineering controls across LPL Financial. This role involves ensuring the robust and secure operation of critical security infrastructure and applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of security engineers responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of various security technologies, including but not limited to SIEM, EDR, DLP, vulnerability management tools, identity and access management systems, and network security appliances.
• Oversee the implementation, configuration, and optimization of security tools and platforms to enhance LPL Financial's security posture.
• Develop and implement operational playbooks, procedures, and runbooks for security incident response, threat hunting, and security tool management.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for security operations processes, tooling, and automation to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with engineering, architecture, and other IT teams to ensure security requirements are integrated into the design and deployment of new systems and applications.
• Manage vendor relationships and evaluate new security technologies and services to identify potential benefits and risks.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior security engineers, fostering a culture of learning and professional development.
• Participate in incident response activities, providing expertise in security tool capabilities and operational procedures.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal security policies.
• Report on key security operational metrics and performance indicators to senior leadership.

What are we looking for?

We're looking for strong collaborators who deliver exceptional client experiences and thrive in fast‑paced, team‑oriented environments. Our ideal candidates pursue greatness, act with integrity, and are driven to help our clients succeed. We value those who embrace creativity, continuous improvement, and contribute to a culture where we win together and create and share joy in our work.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a security operations or engineering leadership role across various security domains including network security, endpoint security, cloud security, identity and access management, and data loss prevention.
• 2+ years managing and optimizing SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Exabeam, Sentinel).
• 2+ years with EDR solutions (e.g., CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint).
• 2+ years experience with vulnerability management platforms (e.g., Qualys, Tenable, Rapid7).

Core Competencies

• Solid understanding of scripting and automation languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
• Familiarity with cloud security concepts and platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively manage a team and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Preferences

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, SANS certifications) are highly desirable.
• Experience in the financial services industry and an understanding of relevant regulatory frameworks (e.g., FINRA, SEC) is a plus.

#LI-Hybrid Pay Range: $129,986.00 - $216,609.00 Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play – such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more.

Company Overview

LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) is among the fastest growing wealth management firms in the U.S. As a leader in the financial advisor-mediated marketplace(6) , LPL supports over 32,000 financial advisors and the wealth management practices of approximately 1,100 financial institutions, servicing and custodying approximately $2.3 trillion in brokerage and advisory assets on behalf of approximately 8 million Americans. The firm provides a wide range of advisor affiliation models, investment solutions, fintech tools and practice management services, ensuring that advisors and institutions have the flexibility to choose the business model, services, and technology resources they need to run thriving businesses. For further information about LPL, please visit www.lpl.com. At LPL, independence means that advisors and institution leaders have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run a thriving business. They have the flexibility to do business their way. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors and institutions, so they can take care of their clients. For further information about LPL, please visit www.lpl.com. Join the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life’s aspirations into financial realities.

Information on Interviews

LPL will only communicate with a job applicant directly from an @lplfinancial.com email address and will never conduct an interview online or in a chatroom forum. During an interview, LPL will not request any form of payment from the applicant, or information regarding an applicant’s bank or credit card. Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL’s Human Resources Solutions Center at [phone].

EAC 5.19.26 LPL Financial is the nation’s largest independent broker‑dealer.* Our company is widely known for its financial strength, exceptional service, and favorable industry reputation among financial professionals. To understand who we are, it’s important to know our core belief: financial guidance is a fundamental need for everyone. LPL Financial creates the space to let you do what you do best – create personal, long‑term client relationships that turn financial aspirations into realities. Each year, thousands of financial professionals successfully manage billions of dollars in assets. Because our company is not too big and not too small, you can seize the opportunity to make a real impact. To learn more about our organization visit our About LPL page. * As reported by Financial Planning magazine, June 1996-2019, based on total revenue.

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