Senior Security Engineer (IR & Automation)
HeadwayFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related field, with over 5 years of experience in automation engineering, software development, or security engineering. Proficiency in Python, Javascript, Typescript, Terraform, and scripting for automation is essential, along with experience in API integrations and cloud-native tools. Familiarity with securing automation environments, including least-privilege design, encryption, and audit logging, as well as knowledge of machine learning frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), IAM, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) are required. A working knowledge of common security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS, and their application to automated systems is also necessary.
The Senior Intelligent Automation Engineer will architect and implement secure, scalable automation solutions integrating artificial intelligence into business-critical workflows to enhance security, operational resilience, and efficiency. This includes designing and deploying automation pipelines using Python, PowerShell, JavaScript, Node.js, and frameworks like Airflow, Prefect, or Robocorp, and implementing AI-driven workflows using services such as OpenAI, Perplexity, Anthropic, AWS AI, or Google Gemini. Responsibilities also involve ensuring secure authentication, data handling, and access control, collaborating with InfoSec, AppSec, and IT teams for risk assessments and audit-friendly automation, and developing monitoring tools to track automation health, policy compliance, security posture, and system performance. The role requires continuous evaluation of new AI tools, frameworks, and automation platforms to securely enhance capabilities.
Financial guidance platform for personal finance
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