AI Security Automation Engineer

Join us as we work to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all. Role Summary We are seeking an Associate level AI Security Automation Engineer to help integrate security into the software development lifecycle and improve DevSecOps efficiency using AI-driven analytics and automation. You will work cross-functionally with engineering, platform, and product teams to reduce risk, streamline security operations, and improve the developer's experience through scalable security practices. Key Responsibilities Partner with engineering, platform, and product teams to embed security into day-to-day delivery and SDLC workflows. Support application security programs across SAST, DAST (web and API), SCA, and secrets scanning. Strengthen software supply chain security and integrate security controls into the Harness unified pipeline and related CI/CD workflows. Build AI-powered workflows including agentic IDE and MCP server integrations to automate triage, prioritize and enable auto remediation via standardized playbooks. Reduce false positives and operational noise by using AI-assisted analysis to tune and maintain SAST queries/rules. Support response to zero-day events by accelerating assessment/scanning and automating identification of affected assets (e.g., vulnerable libraries or malicious packages) using inventory sources. Create and maintain runbooks, playbooks, and documentation for recurring findings, remediation steps, and operational processes. Support the security exemption/exception process, including documentation, approvals, and expiry/renewal tracking. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/ Cybersecurity/ Engineering (or equivalent experience). Strong knowledge of web/app security fundamentals (e.g., OWASP Top 10 concepts). Familiarity with Git and modern development workflows (PRs, CI/CD). Strong proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, etc.) Experience with writing unit tests, producing user documentation, and informative demos. Hands-on experience with AWS/Azure, including security fundamentals (e.g., IAM, networking, logging/monitoring) and supporting security in cloud-based environments. Experience using agentic AI systems in engineering/security workflows, including integrating AI agents with MCP servers to enable assisted/automated remediation (or similar) Ability to operate effectively in a high-performing, collaborative environment, working closely with development and partner teams across the organization. Expected Compensation $96,000 - $162,000 The base salary range shown reflects the full range for this role from minimum to maximum. At athenahealth, base pay depends on multiple factors, including job-related experience, relevant knowledge and skills, how your qualifications compare to others in similar roles, and geographical market rates. Base pay is only one part of our competitive Total Rewards package - depending on role eligibility, we offer both short and long-term incentives by way of an annual discretionary bonus plan, variable compensation plan, and equity plans. About athenahealth Our vision: In an industry that becomes more complex by the day, we stand for simplicity. We offer IT solutions and expert services that eliminate the daily hurdles preventing healthcare providers from focusing entirely on their patients — powered by our vision to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all. Our company culture: Our talented employees — or athenistas, as we call ourselves — spark the innovation and passion needed to accomplish our vision. We are a diverse group of dreamers and do-ers with unique knowledge, expertise, backgrounds, and perspectives. We unite as mission-driven problem-solvers with a deep desire to achieve our vision and make our time here count. Our award-winning culture is built around shared values of inclusiveness, accountability, and support. Our DEI commitment: Our vision of accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all requires addressing the inequities that stand in the way. That's one reason we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our business, from attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce to maintaining an inclusive environment for athenistas, our partners, customers and the communities where we work and serve. What we can do for you: Along with health and financial benefits, athenistas enjoy perks specific to each location, including commuter support, employee assistance programs, tuition assistance, employee resource groups, and collaborative workspaces — some offices even welcome dogs. We also encourage a better work-life balance for athenistas with our flexibility. While we know in-office collaboration is critical to our vision, we recognize that not all work needs to be done within an office environment, full-time. With consistent communication and digital collaboration tools, athenahealth enables employees to find a balance that feels fulfilling and productive for each individual situation. In addition to our traditional benefits and perks, we sponsor events throughout the year, including book clubs, external speakers, and hackathons. We provide athenistas with a company culture based on learning, the support of an engaged team, and an inclusive environment where all employees are valued. Learn more about our culture and benefits here: athenahealth.com/careers https://www.athenahealth.com/careers/equal-opportunity United by our mission and driven by our entrepreneurial spirit, our work at athenahealth is collaborative, transformative, and above all, it’s meaningful. Our employees take pride in using technology and data-driven insights to inspire changes that will make the U.S. healthcare system better for everyone, including your friends, family and maybe even you. Notice to Job Seekers/Job Candidates: Recruitment Fraud Alert Please be aware of questionable job offers that are not affiliated with athenahealth. athenahealth has been made aware of unauthorized career opportunities offered by individuals posing as representatives of larger U.S. companies, including athenahealth. The fictitious jobs are advertised on employment-search websites, such as Indeed.com and Craigslist.com, and prospective employees are required to share their personal and financial information (e.g. credit card, bank information), provide copies of their government-issued identification, and/or send money for application fees, processing charges or work permits. The victims who are told they are "hired" are often instructed to deposit a check (which is later returned as fraudulent) into their own account and to forward overpayment to individuals - usually via wire transfer. Important information for job seekers: athenahealth has a formal application process and we do not request you to interview on a Google Hangout or via text messaging. athenahealth will never request money for the opportunity to apply or work for athenahealth. athenathealth does not require completion of tax forms, bank account or credit card information as part of the recruiting process. 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