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# Principal Security AI Engineer

- **Company:** AXIS Capital
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $110,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Collaborative Software, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Data Governance, Information Leak Prevention, Data Security, Information Security Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Security Essentials, Open Web Application Security, Windows PowerShell, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft SharePoint, Security Information and Event Management, TypeScript, Data Classification, Microsoft Power Automate, Large Language Models, Prompt Engineering, Core Api, Agentic-AI, Microsoft Copilot Studio, AI Platforms, Information Technology, Virtual Agents, Azure AI, Serverless Computing
- **Published:** October 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/1_axis-REQ06783

## About the Role

Integrate AI agent workflows directly with SIEM/XDR platforms to allow autonomous context enrichment and preliminary incident triage. + Support enterprise rollout of AI governance and data security programs **About You:** We encourage you to bring your own experience and expertise to the table, so while there are some qualifications and experiences, we need you to have, we are open to discussing how your individual knowledge might lend itself to fulfilling this role and help us achieve our goals. **What you need to have:** + Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field (Master's preferred), OR equivalent experience leading enterprise-scale security engineering initiatives + 5+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, data protection, or security engineering + Proven experience designing and securing enterprise AI platforms, including: + Microsoft Copilot, Copilot Studio, and Azure AI Foundry + Governance, data
grounding controls, prompt injection protections, and AI risk management + Development or oversight of security controls for AI-driven workflows and autonomous/agent-based systems. + Hands-on expertise with Microsoft security and compliance ecosystems, including: + Microsoft Purview (end-to-end deployment, governance, and optimization) + Microsoft 365, Azure, and Entra ID security architecture + Collaboration platforms (Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams) with a strong focus on data protection and insider risk + Proven expertise in Data Security and Protection, including: + Data Loss Prevention (DLP) strategy, engineering, and tuning at scale + Data classification, sensitivity labeling, and lifecycle management + Insider Risk Management and Information Protection programs + Demonstrated ability to architect and lead enterprise security solutions, including: + Defining strategy, roadmaps, and reference architectures + Driving cross-functional initiatives
across Security, IT, Legal, and Business teams + Acting as a technical authority and escalation point for complex security challenges + Strong development and automation capabilities, including: + Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, TypeScript or similar languages; secure API integration; Microsoft Graph and security platform APIs; CI/CD practices; test automation; and experience deploying AI-enabled workflows using Azure Functions, Logic Apps, or comparable cloud-native services. + Building automation pipelines for detection, response, and data governance workflows + Experience with security analytics and telemetry, including: + Interpreting logs and signals from Microsoft 365, Azure, endpoints, and AI systems + Supporting detection engineering and threat-informed defense strategies + Ability to lead in complex, ambiguous environments, including: + Rapidly assessing risk and prioritizing high-impact outcomes + Driving technical decision-making with incomplete
information + Mentoring junior engineers and elevating overall team capability **What we prefer you to have:** + Experience with prompt engineering techniques or semantic caching. + A firm understanding of the OWASP Top 10 for LLMs. + Experience working with Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) tools. + Experience supporting data leakage or insider threat programs + Relevant Cybersecurity certifications + AI-102 (Azure AI Engineer Associate) + AI-900 (Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals) + SC-400 (Information Protection Administrator) + MS-102 (Microsoft 365 Administrator) + CompTIA Security+ CompTIA SecAI **Role Factors:** In this role, you will support enterprise-wide data protection and governance initiatives leveraging Microsoft 365 platforms.