Sr Cyber Security Automation Engineer

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Automation Engineer to design and develop security automations using SOAR and AI. You will work with SOC, Insider Risk, DLP, Red Team, and Threat Intel to deploy reusable automations across the security function, leveraging OpenAI/LLMs to expand capabilities and improve detections.

The role requires strong Python development, API integrations, and experience with CI/CD and IaC tools.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Design, deliver and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable security automations with SOC/Insider Risk/DLP/Red Team/Threat Intel
• Manage full lifecycle of automation playbooks from requirements to maintenance
• Lead initiatives to identify automation opportunities and measure efficiencies
• Leverage Large Language Models to identify use cases and automate actions
• Build end-to-end security solutions with automated feedback loops to improve detections
• Expand automation capabilities to support all security functions
• Provide quality checks to reduce errors and enforce continuous improvement
• Advocate standardization where appropriate

Skills

Python

Bash

PowerShell

REST APIs

LLMs

GitHub

CI/CD

IaC

OpenAI

Agile

Education

Master's or Bachelor's in Information & Computer Science, Statistics or related quantitative field

Tools

GitHub

GitHub Actions

Terraform

CloudFormation

Docker

Job description

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.

Senior Cyber Security Automation Engineer JLL Technologies

What this job involves:

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.

Location & Compensation

Location: Remote –Richmond, VA

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 qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

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

Benefits

Personalized benefits that support personal well‑being and growth: JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

AI & Data

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you’re pursuing.

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Equal Opportunity & Background Check

For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here. Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at [e-mail]. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page. Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment. Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest. Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job‑related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate. California Residents only If you are a California resident as defined in the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) please view our Supplemental Privacy Statement which describes your rights and disclosures about your personal information. If you are viewing this on a mobile device you may want to view the CCPA version on a larger device. Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.