[Hiring] CyberSecurity AI Automation Engineer @Nelnet

Role Description

The Cybersecurity AI Automation Engineer at Nelnet plays a critical role in advancing the organization's cybersecurity capabilities through intelligent automation and AI-driven solutions. This position partners closely with cybersecurity and internal teams to design, build, and deploy automated workflows that increase operational efficiency, reduce manual effort, and surface actionable insights.

This role requires strong technical acumen, practical problem-solving, and a collaborative mindset to deliver scalable solutions within Nelnet's AI infrastructure.

• Design and deploy AI-powered automation pipelines that support operational workflows.
• Integrate automation solutions within Nelnet's existing AI infrastructure — LLM APIs, orchestration platforms, and workflow tooling.
• Consult with internal teams to eliminate manual, repetitive processes across cybersecurity operations through scalable AI solutions.
• Apply DevSecOps principles throughout the software delivery lifecycle.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business and compliance requirements into well-scoped automation solutions.
• Continuously evaluate emerging AI and automation capabilities for opportunities across cybersecurity team workflows.

Qualifications

• Knowledge equivalent to the completion of a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field of study.
• 2–4 years of experience in AI/ML engineering, automation development, solutions engineering, or DevOps/DevSecOps.
• Hands-on experience building and integrating with LLMs or AI APIs (e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic, Azure OpenAI, or open-source models).
• Proven experience developing automated workflows, data pipelines, or AI-driven solutions in production environments.
• Experience with AI orchestration frameworks (e.g., LangChain, LlamaIndex, n8n, or similar) and prompt engineering practices.
• Experience with GRC or risk/compliance process automation is a plus.
• Security certifications (Sec+, CISSP, etc.) not required but is a plus.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Python or a comparable language for building AI and automation solutions.
• Experience integrating LLMs and AI APIs into enterprise workflows and tooling.
• Experience building and maintaining automated pipelines, including data ingestion, transformation, and output delivery.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and secure software development practices.
• Working knowledge of AI orchestration tools and the ability to evaluate and adopt new technologies as the landscape evolves.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Ability to work within existing AI infrastructure to identify inefficiencies and deliver scalable improvements.
• Excellent organizational, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to assess and clearly communicate complexity, trade-offs, and technical decisions to both engineering and management stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to stay current with emerging technologies and adapt to evolving business and technical environments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA.
• Generous earned time off.
• 401K/student loan repayment.
• Life insurance & AD&D insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee stock purchase program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Performance-based incentive pay.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Robust wellness program.

Company Description

Nelnet is a diversified and innovative company committed to enriching lives through the power of service as a student loan servicer, professional services company, consumer loan originator and servicer, payments processor, renewable energy solutions, and K-12 and higher education expert. For over 40 years, Nelnet has been serving its customers, associates, and communities.

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at 402-486-5725 or [email protected].

Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.