About this opportunity
Lightning AI lists this Network Security Engineer — Secure AI Platform opportunity in seattle, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
We Are
Lightning AI is the company behind PyTorch Lightning. Founded in 2019, we build an end-to-end platform for developing, training, and deploying AI systems—designed to take ideas from research to production with less friction.
Who We Are
Lightning AI is the company behind PyTorch Lightning. Founded in 2019, we build an end-to-end platform for developing, training, and deploying AI systems—designed to take ideas from research to production with less friction.
Through our merger with Voltage Park, a neocloud and AI Factory, Lightning AI combines developer-first software with cost-efficient, large-scale compute. Teams get the tools they need for experimentation, training, and production inference, with security, observability, and control built in.
We serve solo researchers, startups, and large enterprises. Lightning AI operates globally with offices in New York City, San Francisco, Seattle, and London, and is backed by Coatue, Index Ventures, Bain Capital Ventures, and Firstminute.
The Way We Work
The People Who Thrive Here Are Builders Who Move Fast, Communicate Openly, Take Ownership, And Continuously Improve Themselves, Their Teams, And Our Company. Here's What That Looks Like In Practice
Move with Urgency: We move quickly, make thoughtful decisions, and keep momentum. We value action over perfection and learn by shipping.
Take Ownership: We own outcomes, not just our individual work. We make decisions that move the company forward and follow through.
Communicate Openly: We communicate directly, seek to understand, and create clarity for others. Honest conversations help us move faster together.
Build Great Teams: We lead by example, empower others, and create healthy teams where people can do their best work.
Raise the Bar: We're always improving ourselves. We learn from feedback, consistently challenge ourselves to grow, and focus on the work that matters most.
Think Long-Term: We design for what's next. We create scalable systems, simplify complexity, and use AI and automation to amplify our impact.
What We're Looking For
We’re looking for a Network Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain secure network infrastructure across Lightning AI’s platform. In this role, you’ll take ownership of security systems and controls, working closely with infrastructure and engineering teams to ensure the reliability and protection of our production environment, including safeguarding our AI infrastructure against evolving threats.
This role can be based out of one of our office hubs (San Francisco or Seattle), with in-office requirements of at least 2 days per week and occasional team and company offsites. We are not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position at this time.
What You'll Do
Network Security Design & Implementation: Architect robust network infrastructures, leveraging firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and network segmentation to enhance security.
Threat Prevention & Risk Mitigation: Conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments and penetration tests, ensuring robust security policies and access controls.
Monitoring & Incident Response: Utilize SIEM tools for proactive threat detection and collaborate with SOC teams for incident response and breach investigation.
Compliance & Security Governance: Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, maintaining thorough security documentation.
Security Automation & Optimization: Implement and optimize automation tools for threat detection and response, while staying abreast of emerging security technologies.
What You'll Need
Technical Expertise in firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Fortinet), IDS/IPS, VPNs, SD-WAN, cloud security, and encryption.
Proficiency with Security Tools: Experience with SIEM (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), vulnerability scanners (e.g., Nessus, Qualys), and endpoint security solutions.
Relevant Certifications, such as CCNP Security, CEH, CISSP, and GIAC Certifications (GSEC, GCIH, GPEN).
A Passion for Security: A proactive approach to learning about new security technologies and threats
Compensation
We are committed to offering competitive compensation that reflects the value each team member brings to our mission. Final offers are based on factors such as experience, skills, geographic location, and role expectations. In addition to base salary, our total rewards package for eligible roles includes a discretionary bonus, a meaningful equity component, and comprehensive benefits.
The anticipated annual base salary range for this role is:
$180,000 - $220,000 USD
Benefits And Perks
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees’ health, well-being, and long-term success:
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
Meaningful Equity: RSUs that give employees a stake in the company's long-term success.
Retirement Savings: 401(k) matching (U.S.) and pension contributions (U.K.).
Flexible Time Off: Unlimited PTO, company holidays, and floating holidays to support work-life balance.
Company-Wide Winter Break: Two weeks of company closure each winter to disconnect and recharge.
Paid Parental & Family Leave: Paid leave to support you and your family through life's important moments.
Professional Development: Annual learning and development allowance to support your professional growth.
Wellness Benefits: Wellness and work-from-home stipends to support your physical and mental well-being.
Sabbatical Program: Four weeks of paid sabbatical leave after four years of service.
Flexible Work: Flexible schedules and a hybrid work model for our office-based teams.
In-Office Meals: Complimentary meals at our office hubs.
Benefits may vary by location, team, and role.
At Lightning AI, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and create better products. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are dedicated to building a culture where everyone can thrive and contribute to their fullest potential.
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Worksite address
seattle, WA, 98127, US
Who can apply
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