Research Information Security Engineer – Agentic AI

StaffRight Associates, LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Sign-On and Year-End Bonuses

Job summary

StaffRight Associates, LLC in New York seeks an elite Information Security Engineer – Agentic AI to join a high-impact, research-driven team. You will help safeguard AI-driven drug discovery infrastructure and ensure robust security automation.

Architect, build, and optimize security processes; translate complex logs into scalable security frameworks; oversee endpoint detection and response across high-concurrency environments while collaborating with researchers, software engineers, and

Qualifications

• Academic credentials in a STEM field as listed.
• Strong command of security concepts and tools in DevSecOps and threat defense.
• Proven ability to solve complex HPC or security pipelines problems.
• Ability to balance engineering rigor with autonomous action in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Architect, build, and maintain security processes and automation workflows.
• Translate security logs into scalable AI security frameworks for Agentic AI systems.
• Identify vulnerabilities and manage endpoint detection across high-concurrency environments.
• Collaborate with researchers, software engineers, and leadership to enforce DevSecOps practices.

Skills

Academic pedigree

Analytical precision

Agile mindset

Technical mastery

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Computer Science / Applied Mathematics / Physics / Information Security

Tools

DevSecOps

Threat Detection & Response

Vulnerability Management

Penetration Testing

Endpoint Detection & Response

Agentic AI Systems & Workflows

Job description

Practice Group: Information Security / Infrastructure

About the Role:

Innovation in computational research and high-performance computing requires more than data---it demands world-class infrastructure, sophisticated modeling, and flawless execution.

StaffRight Associates is sourcing for an elite talent for a premier New York-based drug discovery and computational biochemistry research firm. We are seeking an exceptional Information Security Engineer -- Agentic AI to join a highly collaborative, intellectually rigorous team where computational excellence is the standard.

This is a high-impact position designed for a driven problem-solver who thrives at the intersection of complex architecture, advanced security automation, and real-world execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect & Build: Design, optimize, and maintain critical security processes, automated workflows, and threat mitigation systems.

• Data & Research Execution: Translate complex security logs and technical challenges into clear, scalable, high-performance security frameworks, with a core focus on securing Agentic AI processes.

• Systemic Optimization: Identify technical friction points, evaluate and eliminate vulnerabilities, and manage endpoint detection and response across high-concurrency environments.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as a key technical interface, working directly with computational researchers, software engineers, and leadership to maintain robust DevSecOps practices.

What You Bring:

• Academic Pedigree: Bachelor''s, Master's, or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Information Security, or a related STEM discipline.

• Technical Mastery: Strong command of core technical concepts and tools such as DevSecOps, Threat Detection And Response, Vulnerability Management, Penetration Testing, Common Attack Vectors, Endpoint Detection And Response, Security Tool Deployment, Agentic AI Systems And Workflows, and Advanced Scripting Ability.

• Analytical Precision: Proven track record of solving multi-faceted problems in high-performance computing, automated security pipelines, or complex technology sectors.

• Agile Mindset: Ability to balance rigorous engineering standards with fast-paced, autonomous execution under pressure, supported by excellent communication skills.

Compensation & Schedule:

• Base Salary Range: $250,000 -- $800,000 per year, plus variable compensation (Sign-On and Year-End Bonuses), comprehensive benefits, and relocation assistance.

• Work Model: Hybrid schedule (In Office Tuesday through Thursday; option to work from home Monday and Friday).