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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Cyber Security Engineer - **Company:** SanDisk - **Location:** Milpitas, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Application Layers, Software System Penetration Testing, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Bioinformatics, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Firmware, Python (Programming Language), Security Information and Event Management, Software Vulnerability Management, Scripting, Cloud Platform System, Software Security, Information Technology, Devsecops, Golang - **Published:** July 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gk2tp3 ## About the Role + Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent practical experience + 5-10+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, architecture, or related roles + Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, OSCP, CEH, GIAC) - valued but not required REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS + Attack surface management and external asset discovery + Penetration testing methodologies and tools + Vulnerability management programs and tooling + Experience securing cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) + Solid scripting or programming skills (e.g., Python, Bash, Go) + Experience building or implementing automation in security workflows + Strong understanding of networking, systems, and application security principles + Proven ability to work cross-functionally and drive initiatives independently + Familiarity with frameworks such as: + NIST CSF / NIST 800-82 (ICS security) + ISO 27001 TECHNICAL SKILLS + Experience with AI/ML in security (defensive or adversarial contexts) + Familiarity with modern security tooling (EDR/XDR, SIEM, SOAR) + Familiarity with commercial or open ASM tooling + Familiarity with commercial OT security tools (e.g. Claroty / Nozomi / Dragos) + Experience with DevSecOps and CI/CD security integration SUCCESS + Clear visibility and control over the organization's external attack surface + Reduced vulnerability exposure and faster remediation cycles + Increased automation leading to measurable efficiency gains + Practical, forward-looking defenses against emerging AI-driven threats + Strong alignment between security and business objectives + Reduction in exposed assets + Time-to-remediation improvements + Automation coverage + Improved Asset visibility growth and accuracy (IT / cloud / OT) ## Description We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to lead the design, assessment, and continuous improvement of our security posture, with a primary focus on protecting and hardening our external attack surface. This role requires deep technical expertise across multiple security domains, combined with the ability to architect scalable, automated solutions and proactively defend against emerging threats-including those leveraging artificial intelligence. You will operate as both a strategic architect and a hands-on engineer, partnering closely with cross-functional teams while independently driving key security initiatives., Perimeter & Attack Surface Security + Lead discovery, assessment, and continuous monitoring of external attack surface (domains, IP space, cloud assets, shadow IT) + Design and implement controls to reduce exposure and improve resilience + Conduct and oversee penetration testing activities, coordinating third parties and providing augmentation and oversight + Build and mature vulnerability management programs, including prioritization and remediation workflows Security Engineering + Design and implement security solutions across network, cloud, and application layers aligning with industry best practice and compliance standards + Evaluate and integrate tools for threat detection, prevention, and response + Define and enforce security standards, patterns, and best practices + Extend attack surface discovery to include OT assets and unmanaged devices + Improve unified visibility across IT, cloud, and manufacturing environments + Address shadow OT / undocumented assets Automation & Scalability + Identify opportunities to automate security processes (e.g., vuln triage, asset discovery, alerting, reporting) + Develop scripts, pipelines, or tooling to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort + Partner with engineering teams to embed security into CI/CD and operational workflows + Assess and secure third-party access (vendors, OEMs, remote maintenance channels) + Evaluate risks in hardware, firmware, and software supply chains + Support SBOM (Software Bill of Materials) and component traceability initiatives AI & Emerging Threats + Assess risks related to AI-driven threats (e.g., automated attacks, deepfakes, adversarial AI) + Support design and implement defensive strategies leveraging AI/ML where appropriate + Provide guidance on secure adoption and creation of guardrails for AI technologies internally Collaboration & Leadership + Work closely with infrastructure, DevOps, product, and leadership teams to align on security priorities + Translate technical risks into business impact for stakeholders + Lead or influence security initiatives from concept through execution, Sandisk is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person's gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person's assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) " poster. Our pay transparency policy is available here (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp\_%20English\_formattedESQA508c.pdf) . Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. 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