Security Engineer II

Wadhwani AI; Delhi; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Wellness Program

Parental Benefits

Unlimited Leave Policy

Professional Development Policy

Job summary

Wadhwani AI, located in Delhi, is hiring a Security Engineer with 3-5 years of experience. This role involves managing security across AWS, GCP, and on-prem environments. Candidates should have strong skills in cloud security, incident response, and vulnerability management. The position includes benefits like medical insurance, parental support, and unlimited leave policy, making it a great opportunity for professionals looking to make a societal impact through AI solutions.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in security engineering.
• Experience designing secure cloud architectures.
• Strong understanding of IAM, firewalls, and encryption.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end security posture across platforms.
• Design secure cloud architectures.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and monitor logs.

Skills

Cloud security expertise (AWS & GCP)

Incident response

Vulnerability management

Network security

Risk management

Tools

SIEM

Vulnerability scanners

CSPM

Job description

Wadhwani AI is a non-profit institute building and deploying applied AI solutions to solve critical issues in public health, agriculture, education, and urban development in underserved communities in the global south. We collaborate with governments, social sector organizations, academic and research institutions, and domain experts to identify real-world problems, and develop practical AI solutions to tackle these issues with the aim of making a substantial positive impact.

We have over 30+ AI projects supported by leading philanthropies such as Gates Foundation, Google.org and Walmart. With a team of over 200 professionals, our expertise encompasses AI/ML research and innovation, software engineering, domain knowledge, design and user research.

Job Description

Security Engineer with 3–5 years of experience responsible for end-to-end security across cloud (AWS, GCP) and on-prem infrastructure. Strong expertise in implementing security controls, managing identity and access, securing network architectures, and driving compliance initiatives.

Hands-on experience in cloud security, vulnerability management, incident response, and security automation. Capable of designing secure systems, enforcing best practices, and maintaining comprehensive documentation for audits and operational excellence.

Own and manage end-to-end security posture across AWS, GCP, and on-prem environments

Design and implement secure cloud architectures, including IAM, network security, and data protection

Define and enforce security best practices, policies, and standards

Manage identity and access controls (IAM), including least privilege and role-based access

Implement and monitor security tools (SIEM, EDR, CSPM, vulnerability scanners)

Secure infrastructure across compute, storage, networking, and Kubernetes environments

Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams to embed security into CI/CD pipelines (DevSecOps)

Security Operations

Conduct vulnerability assessments, risk analysis, and remediation tracking

Handle incident response, including detection, triage, root cause analysis, and resolution

Monitor logs, alerts, and security events across environments

Ensure patch management and system hardening across cloud and on-prem systems

Perform periodic access reviews and audit checks

Compliance & Governance

Implement and maintain compliance with standards like ISO 27001, CIS Benchmarks, NIST, etc.

Support internal and external security audits and certifications

Maintain asset inventory, risk registers, and compliance documentation

Ensure adherence to data protection and privacy requirements

Create and maintain security documentation, including:

Policies and standards

Runbooks and SOPs

Incident response playbooks

Audit and compliance reports

Work closely with engineering, ML, and platform teams to ensure secure deployments.

Communicate security risks and recommendations clearly to stakeholders

Requirements

Strong hands-on experience in cloud security (AWS & GCP)

Solid understanding of:

IAM, VPCs, firewalls, VPNs

Encryption (at rest & in transit)

Network security and segmentation

Experience with security tools (SIEM, vulnerability scanners, cloud security tools)

Knowledge of Linux systems and hardening practices

Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and CI/CD security

Good to Have

Experience with Kubernetes security (GKE/EKS)

Exposure to Terraform or Infrastructure as Code security

Knowledge of container security and image scanning

Experience with AI/ML infrastructure security or GPU workloads

Understanding of privacy frameworks and data governance

Soft Skills

Strong ownership and accountability for security posture

Excellent documentation and communication skills

Attention to detail with a proactive approach to risk management

Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering and product teams

Wadhwani AI - Full Time Employee Benefits (Not applicable for Intern or Contract Roles)

• Insurance Benefits - Medical Insurance, OPD Coverage, Accidental Insurance, Life Insurance.
• Wellness Program - Employee Assistance Program, Annual Health Check-Ups, Onsite Medical Centers, Emergency Support System.
• Parental Support - Maternity Benefit, Travel Reimbursement for Expectant Mothers during Last Trimester, Paternity Benefit, Day Care Support Program
• Mobility Benefits - Travel Policy, Relocation and Deputation benefits,
• Statutory Benefits - Employee PF Contribution, Gratuity, Leave Encashment
• Other Benefits – Unlimited Leave Policy, Professional Development Policy, Referral Bonuses, Internet and Telephone Allowance.

We care deeply about the well-being of our employees and their families. You will get an opportunity to take on roles beyond a defined job description. Take a look at our website www.wadhwaniai.org to learn more about our work on AI for Social Impact. These are just some of the reasons why working with us is more than just a job — it's a chance to grow, thrive and contribute to society.