Waystar · 4 months ago
Security Engineer - Data & AI
Louisville, KY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expWaystar is seeking a highly skilled and strategic Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Security Engineer to join our Security Operations team. This role is pivotal in shaping and executing our data protection and AI security strategies, while ensuring the secure and ethical use of data and artificial intelligence across the organization.
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Responsibilities
Define and lead the organization’s strategy for data protection and secure AI adoption
Develop frameworks for data security lifecycle, AI governance, risk management, and compliance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align data security and AI initiatives with business goals
Evaluate, select, deploy, and manage data security platforms such as:
Microsoft Purview for data governance and compliance
Cyberhaven or equivalent for data behavior analytics and insider threat detection
Cyera or equivalent for cloud data security and visibility
Varonis or equivalent for data access governance and threat detection
Identify existing tools with AI and integrate securely into the existing infrastructure
Ensure compliance with data protection regulations (e.g., PCI, CCPA, HIPAA)
Conduct risk assessments related to AI models and data usage
Monitor and respond to data security incidents involving AI systems and corporate solutions
Evaluate emerging AI technologies for security implications
Provide security guidance for secure AI model development and deployment
Educate stakeholders on responsible AI and data handling practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, or related field
4+ years of experience in data security, with at least one year focused on AI-related initiatives
Proven experience implementing and managing tools such as Microsoft Purview, Cyberhaven, Cyera, Varonis, etc
Strong understanding of AI/ML lifecycle, data classification, and privacy-enhancing technologies
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Preferred
Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or Certified AI Security Professional
Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and their native security tools
Familiarity with the data security lifecycle, AI ethics, bias mitigation, and model interpretability
Benefits
Competitive total rewards (base salary + bonus, if applicable)
Customizable benefits package (3 medical plans with Health Saving Account company match)
We offer generous paid time off for our non-exempt team members, starting with 3 weeks + 13 paid holidays, including 2 personal floating holidays. We also offer flexible time off for our exempt team members + 13 paid holidays
Paid parental leave (including maternity + paternity leave)
Education assistance opportunities and free LinkedIn Learning access
Free mental health and family planning programs, including adoption assistance and fertility support
401(K) program with company match
Pet insurance
Employee resource groups
Company
Waystar
Waystar is a technology platform that provides healthcare revenue cycle management solutions.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.12B2025-09-11Post Ipo Secondary· $709.2M
2025-05-13Post Ipo Secondary· $557M
2025-02-20Post Ipo Equity· $800M
Leadership Team
Steven M. Oreskovich
Chief Financial Officer
Ryan Ayres
VP Sales - Health Systems and Hospitals - Western Region
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