Sr Cyber Security Automation Engineer

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL Technologies is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Automation Engineer to design, develop, and maintain security automations across SOC and related teams. You will drive the lifecycle of automation playbooks, leveraging Python, REST APIs, and modern CI/CD practices to deliver scalable solutions.

The role focuses on applying OpenAI/LLMs to identify automation opportunities, integrate with detection systems, and expand automation capabilities across security functions.

Qualifications

• Masters or Bachelor's degree in Information & Computer Science, Statistics or a quantitative discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in developing automation solutions for Cyber Security.
• 5+ years Information Technology experience.
• 4+ years of Cyber Security Experience.
• 2+ years of any SOAR tool experience (Splunk SOAR, Sentinel, Swimlane, etc.).
• 4+ years of experience developing with Python.

Responsibilities

• Work with SOC, Insider Risk, DLP, Red Team, Threat Intel, and other security functions to design, deliver and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable security automations.
• Responsible for the whole lifecycle of an automation playbook, from requirements gathering and planning to design, testing, implementation, and maintenance.
• Lead initiatives to proactively identify security automation opportunities, get buy in from internal stakeholders, deploy them and measure efficiencies gained.
• Leverage Large Language Models (Open AI, Hugging face, etc.) to identify use cases that could force multiply security analysts' ability to resolve incidents as well as automate actions wherever possible.
• Work with detection team to build end to end solutions involving automated feedback loops to help better tune detections to enrich data and support complex detections.
• Expand team's automation capabilities to support all functions in security.
• Provide quality checks on automations to reduce errors and enforce continuous improvement.
• Advocate of standardization, where appropriate.

Skills

Python

REST APIs

OpenAI/LLMs

CI/CD

GitHub

Bash

PowerShell

Security automation

Education

Masters/Bachelor's degree in Information & Computer Science

Tools

Splunk SOAR

Microsoft Sentinel

Swimlane

Terraform

CloudFormation

Job description

Senior Cyber Security Automation Engineer

JLL Technologies

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way . Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

What this job involves:

About the role #JLLTechAmbitions

Jones Lang LaSalle, an international commercial real estate firm, is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer, responsible for the designing and developing security automations involving SOAR and AI. This role is highly detail oriented and will require hands‑on knowledge of programming languages, APIs, and integrations. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the ability to operate in a technically complex, fast changing, and diverse environment.

Responsibilities

• Work with SOC, Insider Risk, DLP, Red Team, Threat Intel, and other security functions to design, deliver and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable security automations.
• Responsible for the whole lifecycle of an automation playbook, from requirements gathering and -planning to design, testing, implementation, and maintenance.
• Lead initiatives to proactively identify security automation opportunities, get buy in from internal stakeholders, deploy them and measure efficiencies gained.
• Leverage Large Language Models (Open AI, Hugging face, etc.) to identify use cases that could force multiply security analysts' ability to resolve incidents as well as automate actions wherever possible.
• Work with detection team to build end to end solutions involving automated feedback loops to help better tune detections to enrich data and support complex detections.
• Expand team's automation capabilities to support all functions in security.
• Provide quality checks on automations to reduce errors and enforce continuous improvement.
• Advocate of standardization, where appropriate.

Experience & Education

• Masters/Bachelor's degree in Information & Computer Science, Statistics or a quantitative discipline in science
• Demonstrative experience in developing automation solutions for Cyber Security
• 5+ years Information Technology experience
• 4+ years of Cyber Security Experience
• 2+ years of any SOAR tool experience (Splunk SOAR, Sentinel, Swimlane, etc. )
• 4+ years of experience developing with Python.

Technical Skills & Competencies

• Strong background in Python
• Working knowledge of scripting languages Bash and PowerShell
• Experience working with REST and other third‑party API integrations.
• Demonstrative experience in building solutions using OpenAI or other LLMs.
• Knowledge of software development best practices, including coding standards, code reviews, and testing methodologies.
• Strong understanding of IT security concepts and practices, with demonstrative experience in automating Information Security practices and workflows
• Proficient in utilizing GitHub for version control, collaboration, and code repository management.
• Familiarity with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices to streamline software development and deployment processes.
• Experience in utilizing CI/CD tools (such as GitHub Actions) to automate build, test, and deployment processes, ensuring smooth and efficient software delivery.
• Familiarity with infrastructure‑as‑code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) to automate infrastructure provisioning and ensure consistent environments throughout the development lifecycle.
• Strong verbal communications skills and concise written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multi‑tasking and time management skills.
• Prefers to work in agile team environment.

What we can do for you:

At JLL, we make sure that you become the best version of yourself by helping you realise your full potential in a fully entrepreneurial and inclusive work environment. If you harbour passion for learning and adapting new technologies, JLL will continuously provide you with platforms to enrich your technical domains. We will empower your ambitions through our dedicated Total Rewards Program, competitive pay and benefits package. It's no surprise that JLL has been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute as one of the 2019 World's Most Ethical Companies for the 12th consecutive year.

Expected compensation for this position:

150,000.00 - 190,000.00 USD per year

Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate q

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.