The Security Specialist oversees end-to-end security for our AI-powered SaaS platform, ensuring protection against threats and compliance with industry regulations. This role involves risk assessments, incident response, compliance audits, and implementing security best practices. Responsibilities: · Develop comprehensive security policies and procedures. · Perform security assessments and penetration testing. · Implement and manage security controls (firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM). · Collaborate with engineering and DevOps to integrate DevSecOps practices. · Ensure regulatory compliance (GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOC 2). · Manage interactions with security auditors and regulatory bodies. · Maintain awareness of cybersecurity trends, particularly around AI/ML. Qualifications: · 5–10 years of cybersecurity experience. · Expertise in cloud, network, and application security. · Familiarity with OWASP, threat modeling, IAM, and authentication frameworks. · Experience implementing monitoring/logging security solutions. · Strong analytical and incident response skills. Preferred Experience: · Experience in regulated industries (healthcare, Finserv, retail, SLED). · Familiarity securing AI/ML environments and handling sensitive data. · Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, OSCP). #LI-BC1