Security Automation Engineer: Automate Threat Detection & Response

jackson; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson is seeking a Security Automation Engineer to design and develop automation for security tooling in the Information Security Department, reducing response times through automation.

The role includes administering security systems, implementing automation strategy, and collaborating with management. Requires 5+ years in IT and Security, strong scripting (Python/PowerShell), IAM/SIEM experience, and CI/CD knowledge.

Located in Lansing, MI; on-site role with equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and/or equivalent experience required.
• 5+ years of Information Technology experience required.
• 5+ years of experience developing scripts or automation required.
• 5+ years of Information Security specific experience or equivalent experience required.
• CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional or other equivalent certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designs and develops automation to support security tools and threat detection systems.
• Identifies and implements automation to reduce response times for repeatable tasks.
• Guides automation strategy with management to ensure proper security coverage and risk mitigation.
• Participates in testing and evaluation of security software and automation solutions.

Skills

Python

PowerShell

REST APIs

Java

XML

SQL

CI/CD pipelines

Agile methodologies

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Sailpoint IdentityIQ

SCM tools

Job description

Jackson is seeking a Security Automation Engineer to design and develop automation for security tooling in the Information Security Department, reducing response times through automation.

The role includes administering security systems, implementing automation strategy, and collaborating with management. Requires 5+ years in IT and Security, strong scripting (Python/PowerShell), IAM/SIEM experience, and CI/CD knowledge.

Located in Lansing, MI; on-site role with equal opportunity employer.