Staff Engineer, AI Cyber Security

United States of America - Illinois - Chicago

United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville

Why Work at Lenovo

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Lenovo is a US$57 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #248 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere.

Description and Requirements

Position Description

Lenovo’s global cyber security team is seeking highly skilled and motivated security professionals who are passionate about protecting companies from today’s ever-increasing cyber threats. We are a diverse global and cross-functional team that embraces technology and enjoys complex challenges. Our growing team is involved in all aspects of modern cyber security. We solve complex problems and are Lenovo’s front line of defense against cyber-attacks. We are looking for forward-thinking, technically capable professionals to develop, implement and maintain advanced cyber security technical solutions, design effective security policies and procedures, conduct technical security assessments, investigate cyber incidents, lead security initiatives, and participate in incident response actions.

Individuals selected for this position will also play an active role in Lenovo’s vast Artificial Intelligence (AI) endeavors. Lenovo is a world leader in Artificial Intelligence that invents, leverages and delivers AI devices, solutions, and services across the globe. Our cyber security team plays a proactive role in Lenovo’s responsible AI processes to ensure we protect our customers and Lenovo from the various security challenges of modern generative AI.

Selected individuals will have the unique opportunity to work with recognized security industry leaders, improve their technical skills, gain valuable experience, and have fun while being exposed to innovative AI solutions. Our team is passionate about cyber security. We work hard, love to learn, care about people, and will help the candidate succeed.

Please note this is not an entry-level position. Successful candidates will require cyber security experience and have reasonable technical competence. A working knowledge of AI principles is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lenovo with the cyber security aspects of its responsible AI objectives.
• Assist in the design, implementation, and deployment of technical controls to protect Lenovo.
• Conduct project technical security assessments and provide guidance.
• Conduct third-party security assessments.
• Create and maintain technical security standards.
• Assist in incident response processes.
• Security operations assistance as needed.
• Domestic and international travel may be required (5%) for technical meetings, workshops, and on-site collaboration activities.
• Bring a passion to learn and stay on top of cyber security threats and trends.
• Bring discipline and dedication to ensure programs are secure and meet goals.

Basic Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Information technology, Information Security or related software engineering field, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of technical experience in at least one of the following:
• Web application development, deployment, and support
• Network design, deployment, and administration
• System administration (Linux or Windows)
• Security engineering
• 2+ years cyber security and/or information security principles related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Certification in relevant field of Information Security and/or Cyber Security (e.g. CISSP; CISA; CISM; GIAC; CEH; Security)
• Reasonable working knowledge of AI, cybersecurity, and solution design as it pertains to Artificial intelligence.
• Reasonable working knowledge of cloud-based AI service providers (ex. Azure, AWS, AliCloud)
• General knowledge of cyber security controls frameworks (e.g. ISO 27001, NIST)
• Technical experience in modern Generative AI solutions and platforms
• Technical experience leading global security initiatives
• Cyber Security operations and incident response
• Vulnerability management
• Hands-on experience with a wide range of security tools.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.