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University of Miami · 17 hours ago

AI Security Engineer Specialist

Miami, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

The University of Miami is seeking a full-time AI Security Engineer Specialist to work at the Miller School of Medicine. The role focuses on designing, deploying, and optimizing AI-driven workflows and agents to enhance cybersecurity operations and improve operational efficiency.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Leverages AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot 365, Security Copilot) to streamline security operations, automate documentation, and support incident response activities

Develops and maintains AI prompts and workflows tailored for security use cases, including threat hunting, incident triage, and compliance reporting

Integrates AI tools into daily security operations to enhance analyst productivity and reduce response times

Designs, implements, and manages AI-based agents and automations for real-time alert enrichment, log analysis, and contextual threat intelligence

Collaborates with SOC analysts, engineers, and GRC teams to identify automation opportunities and embed AI into existing security infrastructure

Analyzes and correlates data from multiple sources using AI-assisted tools to detect threats and anomalies

Creates dashboards and reporting tools (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel) that reflect AI-enhanced threat intelligence insights

Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of AI-enhanced security processes, continuously refining prompt strategies and automation logic

Monitors, evaluates, and refines AI-enhanced security processes, prompt strategies, and automation logic

Assists in developing and maintaining documentation, runbooks, and SOPs for AI-integrated workflows

Participates in on-call rotations and provide advanced analysis support during critical incidents

Stays current with emerging AI technologies and cybersecurity trends to ensure best-in-class practices

Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. Other tasks as assigned

Qualification

AI prompt engineeringMicrosoft 365 CopilotSecurity CopilotCybersecurity experienceMicrosoft Certified Security Operations Analyst AssociateMicrosoft 365 Certified FundamentalsGIAC Cyber Threat IntelligenceCompTIA Security+Office software proficiencyTeam collaborationCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or a related field required

Minimum 5 years of experience in cybersecurity and AI integration

Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands

Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment

Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications

Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders

Preferred

Master's degree preferred

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

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Tuition remission

And more

Company

University of Miami

Glassdoor3.9

At UM you'll join a diverse and energized academic community.

Founded in 1925

Coral Gables, fl, US

5001-10000 employees

http://miami.edu

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