Information Security Engineer - Generalist

About xAI

xAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge.

Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity.

We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important.

All engineers and researchers are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.

About the Role

We are seeking a versatile and proactive Security Generalist to join our security team. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with our Detection Engineering, Application Security, Infrastructure Security, and IT teams to enhance our security posture. As a strategic unblocker and automator, you will identify bottlenecks, streamline processes, and develop tools to improve efficiency across security operations, all while supporting our cloud-native and AI-focused infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Detection Engineering by monitoring security alerts, refining detection rules, and supporting incident response efforts
• Support Application Security by conducting code reviews, integrating security into CI/CD pipelines, and addressing AI/ML-specific vulnerabilities
• Collaborate with Infrastructure Security to secure cloud architectures, maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates, and perform security assessments
• Partner with the IT Team to ensure secure system administration, endpoint protection, and compliance with security policies
• Develop automation scripts and tools to streamline security workflows and reduce manual effort across teams
• Act as a strategic unblocker by identifying and resolving cross-team challenges, fostering collaboration, and driving security initiatives
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of security documentation, playbooks, and metrics
• Stay current with emerging threats, security trends, and best practices in cloud-native and AI environments

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
• 1-3 years of experience in cybersecurity, with exposure to detection, application, or infrastructure security
• Proficiency in at least one scripting language (e.g., Python, Bash, Rust) for automation and tool development
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and their security features
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles, common vulnerabilities, and attack vectors
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working across multiple security domains (e.g., detection, application, infrastructure)
• Familiarity with SIEM platforms, code analysis tools, or Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform)
• Knowledge of AI/ML security implications, such as those outlined in the OWASP LLM Top 10
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., GCIH, CSSLP, CCSP)
• Experience with containerized environments, Kubernetes, or DevSecOps practices

Bonus Skills

• Experience building custom security tools or integrations to enhance security operations
• Contributions to open-source security projects or tools
• Interest in leveraging AI to automate security tasks and improve threat detection
• Familiarity with software supply chain security or digital forensics

Annual Salary Range

$150,000 - $250,000 USD

xAI is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, religion, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, medical conditions, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act. 

For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:

xAI reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: 

• Access to information technology systems and confidential information, including proprietary and trade secret information, and/or user data;
• Interacting with internal and/or external clients and colleagues; and
• Exercising sound judgment.

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