AI Security Engineer

About the Role We're looking for an AI Security Engineer to help secure a modern platform that combines cloud infrastructure, large language models, and autonomous agents. You'll play a key role in designing and operating security controls across Azure environments, AI/LLM systems, and regulated data workflows. This is a hands-on role for someone who understands both traditional cloud security and emerging AI security risks, and can translate that into practical, scalable protections. What You'll Do Implement security architecture across Azure (networking, identity, compute, storage) Support developers in securing AI/LLM systems, including model access, prompt handling, data leakage prevention, and abuse mitigation Maintain detection and response capabilities (SIEM, EDR, SOAR) Lead threat modeling and risk assessments for new features, especially AI agents and APIs Implement and enforce security controls for regulated environments Manage identity and access controls (Azure AD / Entra ID, RBAC, least privilege) Investigate and respond to security incidents Partner with engineering to embed security into CI/CD pipelines and SDLC Conduct security reviews of infrastructure-as-code, APIs, and application architecture Drive compliance efforts (HIPAA, SOC 2, HITRUST, NIST and related frameworks) Evaluate and integrate security tools across cloud, endpoint, and application layers Work with technical teams on implementing patches and vulnerabilities management Required Experience Minimum of 4 years’ experience in security engineering and cloud security Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure security services (Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, etc.) Experience securing AI/ML systems or strong familiarity with AI/LLM security risks (prompt injection, data exfiltration, model abuse) Deep understanding of identity and access management (IAM), networking, and secure architecture Experience with SIEM/SOAR tools, EDR technologies and Vulnerability management Preferred Qualifications Experience working in HIPAA-regulated environments Experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform, ARM, or similar) Experience securing LLM-based products or agent frameworks Familiarity with securing AI systems or adversarial testing Knowledge of data security (DLP, encryption, tokenization) Experience with container and Kubernetes security Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, Azure Security Engineer Associate, or similar Experience in high-growth startups or fast-paced environments What We're Looking For Practical, builder mindset — you can design and implement, not just advise Ability to balance security with product velocity Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally Curiosity about emerging AI threats and willingness to stay ahead of them Why Join Us Work on cutting-edge AI systems and agent architectures High ownership and impact on core security strategy Collaborative, engineering-driven culture We Offer Paid vacation, sick time, and personal days 11 company paid holidays Quarterly UberEats voucher Monthly Fringe benefits Flexible work schedules Education and professional development stipend Health, dental, and vision benefits, with employer HSA contribution Long-term, short-term, and life insurances 401(k) with company match & profit sharing The typical base salary range for this position is $130,000 - $160,000. CIVIE provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you cannot submit your application due to a disability, please email hr@civie.com; we will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.