AI, Automation Security Engineer

About the role

LDI Connect is a high-performing technology services company committed to a high performing yet people-centered workplace culture. Our offices are located in Long Island, Connecticut, New York City, New Jersey, and Los Angeles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver secure AI and automation solutions that improve business efficiency.
• Build and maintain reliable automation workflows for IT and business operations.
• Strengthen the organization's security posture through implementation of modern security controls.
• Become a trusted technical resource for AI, automation, and cybersecurity initiatives.
• Earn at least one advanced Microsoft certification in AI, Azure, or Security.
• Evaluate, implement, and support AI-powered business solutions using approved enterprise AI platforms.
• Develop AI-assisted workflows that improve operational efficiency while protecting company data.
• Work with business stakeholders to identify practical AI use cases.
• Assist in developing AI governance standards, documentation, and usage guidelines.
• Test, evaluate, and compare AI models and services for business applications.
• Monitor AI implementations for performance, security, and compliance.
• Design and maintain business workflows using Microsoft Power Platform, Azure Logic Apps, scripting, and APIs.
• Automate repetitive IT and business processes.
• Develop integrations between cloud services, SaaS applications, and internal systems.
• Document automation solutions and operational procedures.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining security controls across Microsoft 365, Azure, and cloud applications.
• Participate in vulnerability management and remediation efforts.
• Monitor security alerts and assist with incident investigations.
• Support implementation of Zero Trust security principles.
• Aid in identity and access management, Conditional Access policies, and multifactor authentication.
• Contribute to compliance initiatives aligned with frameworks such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework and CIS Controls.
• Support Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 administration.
• Collaborate with infrastructure teams on secure solution deployment.
• Create technical documentation and solution diagrams.
• Maintain AI, automation, and security standards.
• Provide technical guidance and end-user support for AI and automation tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1–5 years of experience in IT infrastructure, cloud administration, cybersecurity, automation, or software development.
• Experience administering Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Azure environments.
• Experience implementing workflow automation or scripting solutions.

Preferred Certifications

• One or more of the following is desirable:
• Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
• Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104)
• Microsoft AI Fundamentals (AI-900)
• Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900)
• Microsoft Security Operations Analyst (SC-200)
• CompTIA Security+
• CompTIA CySA+
• ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)

Desired Personal Attributes

• Passion for learning emerging AI technologies.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Security-first mindset.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical users.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills.
• Curious, adaptable, and eager to explore new technologies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Technical Skills

• Experience with one or more enterprise AI platforms, such as: Microsoft Copilot Azure OpenAI ChatGPT Claude Google Gemini Amazon Bedrock.
• Experience may include prompt engineering, API integration, automation, model evaluation, or business process implementation.
• Experience with Microsoft Power Automate Azure Logic Apps PowerShell Python REST APIs JSON SQL.
• Experience with Microsoft Entra ID Microsoft Defender Microsoft Intune Conditional Access Identity and Access Management (IAM) Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
• Basic networking and cloud security concepts.

Benefits

The typical base salary for this role is between $70,000 and $80,000. The salary offered will depend on experience.

Schedule

Flexible work schedule to accommodate your needs.