Security Engineer (EU Remote)

Gurobi Optimization; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gurobi Optimization is seeking a seasoned Security Engineer to support security across infrastructure and end-user systems. The role focuses on cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP), AI platform security, and enterprise endpoint protection, with a strong emphasis on MFA/SSO and incident response.

Join a globally distributed team and help drive security controls, governance, and certification efforts while operating effectively across multiple time zones in a 100% remote setup.

Qualifications

• Degree in cybersecurity or related field.
• 5+ years hands-on security engineering, security administration or related.
• Active participation in cybersecurity community, conferences or certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide security support for infrastructure and end-user systems.
• Manage security configurations for cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP) and Colo.
• Audit and update AI platform configurations to mitigate data leakage threats.
• Oversee MFA and SSO implementations across services.
• Lead vulnerability management, patch reporting, and enforcement for devices.

Skills

Security governance

Threat detection & response

Cloud security

Incident response

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity

Tools

CrowdStrike

Microsoft Purview

LDAP

Docker

Git

JumpCloud

Microsoft 365

Job description

At Gurobi Optimization, we're on a mission! A mission that focuses on mathematical optimization. We empower our customers to expand their use of mathematical optimization technology in order to make smarter decisions and solve some of the world's toughest and most impactful business problems. We're looking for passionate, dedicated, innovative game-changers to join our team and drive the future of Gurobi. As a Security Engineer at Gurobi Optimization, you will offer direct security support for both infrastructure and end-user systems and services. Our workplace primarily uses macOS endpoints, and our infrastructure includes cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and a Colo datacenter. Our employees are spread out in 16 countries around the world, so although the company is small, our security needs are complex.

What will you be doing?

• AI Governance
• Monitor developments in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to identify emerging risks and opportunities for improving security controls.
• Utilize CrowdStrike and related security platforms to collaboratively identify, monitor, and mitigate risks associated with the use of AI applications and services.
• Work with the team to audit and update the configuration of AI platforms to adapt to evolving data leakage and similar threats.
• AWS/Colo
• Manage configuration and updates to critical security systems such as firewall and network.
• Certificate deployment, renewal, and management through Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Office365
• Suggest, review and help implement highly secure configuration standards.
• Enhance and oversee Phishing/Virus Detection and response measures.
• Assess and deploy features to enhance security for end-user accounts and services.
• Vendor Security Assessments
• Assist with assessments from customers interested in Gurobi products.
• Audit Observations
• Review audit findings and collaborate on implementing necessary changes in response.
• Assist in upcoming certification efforts.
• Vulnerability Management
• Conduct Port Scanning and Perimeter Scanning to identify vulnerabilities.
• Assist with patch reporting and enforcement for laptops, servers, and virtual machines.
• 3rd Party Apps Review/Assessment
• Assess requests for new 3rd party applications, ensuring vendor compliance with our safety and security standards.
• Consolidate services and applications under Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Single Sign-On (SSO) solutions.
• Endpoint Security Management
• Maintain standards for Mac and Windows laptops used globally.
• Update and enforce acceptable use policies.
• Develop Mobile Device Management (MDM) policies and processes.

What experience and qualifications should you have?

• A degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information technology, or a related field, or equivalent relevant professional experience.
• Five years of hands-on experience in security engineering, security administration, infrastructure security, or a closely related role.
• Active participation in the cybersecurity community through professional organizations, conferences, training, certifications, research, or knowledge sharing.

What skills and abilities should you have?

• Thorough understanding and expertise in computer systems, networks, cloud technologies, applications, and security systems.
• Experience managing security systems in CrowdStrike and Microsoft Purview
• Excellent presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Robust analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in working collaboratively across different functions and teams.
• Capability to operate effectively across various global time zones within a 100% remote work environment.

What other requirements should you have?

• Proficiency in cloud infrastructure, Linux, virtualization technologies, and infrastructure automation.
• Experience with LDAP, Docker, GIT, JumpCloud, and Microsoft 365.

Your Alignment with our Gurobi Core Values:

• Customer Focus: Verbal & written communication skills that bring clarity and build trust.
• Power of the Team: Motivated with a team-oriented mindset that aims to both inspire and be inspired by others.
• Innovation: The courage to bring ideas forward and see yourself as an integral part of our global team.
• Dedication: Organized and agile, focusing on meeting professional objectives while promoting a healthy work/life balance.
• Integrity: Promise to uphold honesty as your compass and conduct all business practices with an ethical mindset and fiscal responsibility.

Gurobi Optimization is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Gurobi Optimization is an E-Verify employer. As part of our hiring process, we utilize the federal E-Verify program to verify the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For additional information regarding E-Verify, please visit www.e-verify.gov.