AI Security Engineer Specialist

The UHealth-University of Miami Health System IT Department has an opportunity for a full-time AI Security Engineer Specialist to work at the Miller School of Medicine.

The AI Security Engineer Specialist is a highly motivated and technically proficient Security AI & Automation Specialist with a strong foundation in AI prompt engineering to support and enhance our cybersecurity operations.

As a specialized member of the Security Operations Center (SOC) at the University of Miami, the incumbent focuses on designing, deploying, and optimizing AI-driven workflows and agents—leveraging tools like Microsoft 365 Copilot and Security Copilot—to automate threat detection, streamline incident response, and improve operational efficiency. As a key member of the SOC team, this incumbent helps shape the future of AI-integrated security operations.

Core 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. 

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary. 

CORE QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred

• 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.