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At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you.

Role Overview

As a Senior Cyber AI Engineer within EY’s Global Delivery Services Cybersecurity Team, you will drive the convergence of Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Management, and Artificial Intelligence to build intelligent, scalable, and automated security operations. You will design, implement, and enhance AI‑enabled vulnerability management programs that leverage machine learning, generative AI, intelligent analytics, and automation to improve risk identification, prioritization, remediation, and executive decision‑making across enterprise environments. In addition to delivering client engagements, you will help shape EY’s AI‑driven Cybersecurity capabilities, contribute to thought leadership, and mentor teams on applying AI responsibly and securely within cyber operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Create AI agents and copilots that assist security analysts in managing the vulnerability lifecycle.
• Design and deploy Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG) solutions for cybersecurity.
• Build predictive models to identify high‑risk assets and likely exploitation paths.
• Build intelligent remediation orchestration capabilities integrating the existing tool stack.
• Implement AI‑driven exception and exemption management processes for cloud, database, containers, APIs, infrastructure, web applications, etc.
• Design AI‑assisted vulnerability prioritization models aligned with industry best practices.
• Develop AI‑powered automation workflows.
• Develop generative AI use cases for reporting, analysis and dashboarding.
• Lead enterprise‑scale Vulnerability Management programs using platforms such as Qualys, Tenable, Tanium, etc.
• Mentor junior engineers in cyber analytics, AI technologies and security engineering practices, and facilitate workshops and discussions with client stakeholders.
• Research emerging threats, AI advancements and next‑generation cyber defense.
• Contribute to solution development, proposals and thought leadership.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Experience with machine learning fundamentals, generative AI and LLMs, AI security, prompt engineering, vector databases, embedding models, agentic AI frameworks.
• Experience with scripting / programming skills (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
• Experience with AWS, Azure and GCP security.
• Hands‑on experience in design LLM prompt engineering, platform build, design and implementation.
• Deep understanding of the vulnerability management lifecycle.
• Knowledge of Windows, Linux, UNIX and other major operating systems.
• Deep understanding of TCP/IP network protocols.
• Understanding of network security and popular attack vectors.
• Familiarity with the latest security vulnerabilities and exploits, web‑based application vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10), cloud security and architecture.

To Qualify for the Role

Education

• BE / BTech / MTech / MSc / MCA

Experience

• 5–8+ years in cybersecurity.
• 2+ years working with AI/ML or security automation initiatives.
• Experience leading enterprise vulnerability management programs.

Preferred Certifications

CEH, CISSP, CISM, OSCP, GIAC, Azure AI, Open AI, AWS ML, Azure ML certifications.

What We Look For

• Building AI‑enabled cyber defense solutions.
• Automating vulnerability and risk management processes.
• Driving next‑generation cyber transformation initiatives.

What we offer you

At EY, we develop you with future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment and fuel you with extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.

• Our Commitment : We persistently endeavor to embody our values, fulfil our purpose, and champion inclusiveness, creating a supportive atmosphere for individuals to authentically be themselves.
• Professional Development : From entry‑level employees to senior leaders, we believe in continuous learning and offer opportunities to build new skills, take on leadership roles and grow through mentorship.
• People and Culture : Diversity, equity and inclusiveness are ingrained in our culture, sustained by a commitment to valuing every individual’s differences, ensuring equitable practices and fostering belonging.
• Benefits : A suite of premium benefits, including health and wellness packages, rewards and cutting‑edge learning opportunities to empower continual growth.

EY exists to build a better working world, helping clients grow, transform and operate with trust and integrity.