Security Engineer I

Location
Oakland, CA
Type
Contract
Pay
Up to $92 / hr
Posted
November 6, 2026
About the role

Security Engineer I

About Us

A biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing targeted therapies and precision medicines for the treatment of various cancer types. Our mission is to advance patient care through innovation and scientific excellence. We foster a collaborative environment where talented professionals contribute to meaningful work that impacts lives.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Security Engineer I to join our team on a contract basis, starting November 30, 2026. In this role, you will be responsible for implementing, maintaining, and enhancing security measures across our organization, with a particular focus on AI platform security. You will work to protect our critical systems, intellectual property, and sensitive data in a highly regulated healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

– Implement and maintain security controls and protocols for AI platforms and related infrastructure
– Monitor and assess security vulnerabilities and recommend remediation strategies
– Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security best practices into development and deployment processes
– Support the protection of sensitive research data and ensure compliance with healthcare and data protection regulations
– Conduct security testing and validation of systems and applications
– Maintain documentation of security configurations and incident response procedures
– Respond to security incidents and support investigation and resolution efforts

Required Qualifications

– Demonstrated experience in security engineering or a related field
– Strong understanding of AI platform architecture and security considerations
– Knowledge of security principles, protocols, and best practices
– Familiarity with security tools and technologies
– Ability to work effectively in a regulated, compliance-focused environment
– Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
– Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Preferred Qualifications

– Experience in the healthcare or biopharmaceutical industry
– Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, or similar)
– Experience with cloud security and infrastructure security
– Knowledge of healthcare compliance requirements (HIPAA, FDA regulations)

Connect Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Interested?
Security Engineer I
Oakland, CA

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