Staff Enterprise Security Engineer, AI Security at Twilio

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See yourself at Twilio Join the team as Twilio’s next Staff Enterprise Security Engineer (AI Security) About the job As a Staff Enterprise Security Engineer, you will be a technical leader within the EntSec team, responsible for the foundational security posture of our organization. You will serve as an SME on the technical strategy and engineering execution for securing the AI ecosystem in our Enterprise, moving beyond policy into building the foundational "decision infrastructure" and technical guardrails that allow the enterprise to innovate with AI at scale. You will also guide strategic direction and collaboration across enterprise security domains. You will need a background in security engineering and the cross-functional influence necessary to solve ambiguous, large-scale problems. Leveraging expertise in security assessments, threat modeling, identity and access control principles, and data protection, you will architect and build preventative guardrails and mitigate new risks introduced by first and third-party AI agents in our Enterprise. Responsibilities In this role, you’ll: • Design and implement secure reference architectures for Enterprise AI platforms that secures every Twilion’s engagement with them, ensuring data integrity, regulatory compliance, and resilience against evolving AI threats. • Establish a definitive framework for AI vetting, driving the cultural and policy shifts needed to institutionalize this strategic mindset across the organization. • Collaborate with cross functional partners to develop and set the long term roadmap for agentic AI identity and posture management, ensuring cohesive strategies for reducing risk from agentic AI use. • Maintain and improve our enterprise security posture through high-quality code (Python, Go, or similar) and automated infrastructure management via IAC. • Act as a technical mentor to junior engineers and a strategic advisor to leadership on the evolving AI landscape. Qualifications Twilio values diverse experiences from all kinds of industries, and we encourage everyone who meets the required qualifications to apply. If your career is just starting or hasn't followed a traditional path, don't let that stop you from considering Twilio. We are always looking for people who will bring something new to the table! Required: • 7+ years of experience in security engineering or infrastructure security • 2+ years of experience leading teams in a technical capacity or leading technical risk analysis in an enterprise environment. • Expertise in cloud security (AWS, GCP) and container security (Kubernetes). • Proven track record of designing and deploying complex security systems at scale. • Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Go, or Java. Desired: • Experience in building, deploying and reviewing automation for complex security workflows, including use of both AI-driven and traditional automation tools. • Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex AI security risks to non-technical stakeholders. Location This role will be remote, and based in Ireland Travel We prioritize connection and opportunities to build relationships with our customers and each other. For this role, you may be required to travel occasionally to participate in project or team in-person meetings. What We Offer Working at Twilio offers many benefits, including competitive pay, generous time off, ample parental and wellness leave, healthcare, a retirement savings program, and much more. Offerings vary by location. Twilio thinks big. Do you? We like to solve problems, take initiative, pitch in when needed, and are always up for trying new things. That's why we seek out colleagues who embody our values — something we call Twilio Magic. Additionally, we empower employees to build positive change in their communities by supporting their volunteering and donation efforts. So, if you're ready to unleash your full potential, do your best work, and be the best version of yourself, apply now! If this role isn't what you're looking for, please consider other open positions. Twilio is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 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