AI Security Engineer Specialist

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AI Security Engineer Specialist

Position located at Miller School of Medicine within the UHealth-University of Miami Health System IT Department. The role focuses on designing, deploying and optimizing AI‑driven workflows and agents to support SOC operations and streamline incident response.

• Leverage AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot 365, Security Copilot) to streamline security operations, automate documentation, and support incident response activities.
• Develop and maintain AI prompts and workflows tailored for security use cases, including threat hunting, incident triage, and compliance reporting.
• Integrate AI tools into daily security operations to enhance analyst productivity and reduce response times.
• Design, implement, and manage AI‑based agents and automations for real‑time alert enrichment, log analysis, and contextual threat intelligence.
• Collaborate with SOC analysts, engineers, and GRC teams to identify automation opportunities and embed AI into existing security infrastructure.
• Analyze and correlate data from multiple sources using AI‑assisted tools to detect threats and anomalies.
• Create dashboards and reporting tools (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel) that reflect AI‑enhanced threat intelligence insights.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of AI‑enhanced security processes, continuously refining prompt strategies and automation logic.
• Assist in developing and maintaining documentation, runbooks, and SOPs for AI‑integrated workflows.
• Participate in on‑call rotations and provide advanced analysis support during critical incidents.
• Stay current with emerging AI technologies and cybersecurity trends to ensure best‑in‑class practices.
• Adhere to University and unit‑level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in cybersecurity and AI integration.
• Microsoft Certified:
  Security Operations Analyst Associate (preferred).
• Microsoft 365 Certified:
  Fundamentals (preferred).
• Microsoft Copilot certification(s) (preferred).
• GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI), CompTIA Security+, or equivalent certifications preferred.
• Strong ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Good collaboration skills and a team‑oriented mindset.
• Proficiency with office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission, and more.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on categories protected by Federal law.