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Gurugram · Remote

AI Engineer-Cyber Security Transformation

Full-timePosted
Salary
Not disclosed
Experience
5–6 years
Eligible batches
2020 · 2021
Degree
Master's, Bachelor's
Location
GurugramRemote

About the role

Ciena’s Security Transformation team is seeking an AI Engineer to design and deliver secure, scalable AI‑driven solutions that enhance cybersecurity operations. The role blends advanced AI research with production‑grade software engineering, focusing on building autonomous agents, RAG pipelines, and integrations that automate security workflows.

Responsibilities

  • Architect, develop, and launch AI‑powered applications, copilots, and autonomous agents for security use cases.
  • Implement Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG) systems that draw on enterprise knowledge bases and security data.
  • Create MCP‑based integrations linking AI agents with security tools, workflows, and platforms.
  • Build and maintain secure, scalable AI services using modern DevOps and CI/CD practices.
  • Enhance self‑hosted LLM infrastructure, model serving, and observability capabilities.
  • Collaborate with Security Operations, Risk, Product Security, Vulnerability Management, and Threat Intelligence teams to deliver AI‑enabled solutions.

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Eligibility

  • Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, AI, Software Engineering, Cyber Security, Data Science, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in software, AI, machine‑learning, or platform engineering.
  • Strong problem‑solving, communication, and stakeholder‑management skills.

Skills

  • Proficiency in Python and API‑centric development.
  • Hands‑on experience with Large Language Models, prompt engineering, and vector‑database‑based semantic search.
  • Expertise in Retrieval‑Augmented Generation and agentic workflow design.
  • Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, version control, testing, and code‑quality practices.
  • Experience with self‑hosted LLM environments and enterprise AI platforms.
  • Knowledge of AI security risks such as prompt injection, model abuse, and data leakage.

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Asked for

  • Python
  • API
  • Large language models
  • Retrieval augmented generation
  • Vector databases
  • CI/CD
  • Version control
  • Testing
  • Self-hosted LLM
  • AI security

Nice to have

  • Azure AI
  • AWS ML
  • Cissp
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Benefits

  • Flexible work environment with remote options.
  • Opportunities for growth within a global leader in high‑speed connectivity.
  • Inclusive culture that values diversity and employee well‑being.
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About Ciena

Makes optical and packet networking equipment and network automation software that telecom operators and other large network owners use.

Founded 1992 · 5000+ employees · HQ Hanover, Maryland, United States

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