Job Description

Founded in 1976, CGI is among the largest independent IT and business consulting services firms in the world. With 94,000 consultants and professionals across the globe, CGI delivers an end-to-end portfolio of capabilities, from strategic IT and business consulting to systems integration, managed IT and business process services and intellectual property solutions. CGI works with clients through a local relationship model complemented by a global delivery network that helps clients digitally transform their organizations and accelerate results. CGI Fiscal 2024 reported revenue is CA$14.68 billion and CGI shares are listed on the TSX (GIB.A) and the NYSE (GIB). Learn more at cgi.com.

Job Title: Senior Security Expert with AI Automation

Experience: 10 - 15 Years

Category: Software Development/ Engineering

Main location: India, Tamil Nadu, Chennai

Position ID: J1025-1205

Employment Type: Full Time

Education Qualification: Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field or higher with minimum 2 years of relevant experience.

Position Description: Seeking a highly experienced senior professional with over 10 years in the security domain, combined with deep expertise in AI-driven automation. This leadership role involves architecting, designing, and implementing advanced security solutions powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning to enhance threat detection, incident response, and automated mitigation. The role requires strategic vision, hands-on technical skills, and the ability to guide cross-functional teams to drive security innovation and operational excellence.

Your future duties and responsibilities

. Lead the design and implementation of AI/ML-powered security automation platforms and tools.

. Develop and oversee enterprise-wide security strategies that integrate AI-driven threat detection, predictive analytics, and automated incident response.

. Collaborate with cybersecurity, data science, and IT teams to create innovative solutions that improve security posture while automating routine workflows.

. Architect scalable and secure AI automation frameworks tailored for complex security environments.

. Provide mentorship and technical leadership to senior and junior team members on security best practices and AI automation techniques.

. Conduct risk assessments, threat modeling, and ensure all automation solutions comply with relevant regulations and standards.

. Manage vendor relationships, evaluate cutting-edge security and AI technologies, and lead Proof of Concept (PoC) initiatives.

. Drive continuous improvement by analyzing security incidents and incorporating AI insights for faster mitigation and prevention.

. Present technical strategies and outcomes to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

Must-Have Skills:

. Experience in managing large-scale security automation projects.

. Knowledge of advanced cryptographic methods and blockchain security.

. Expertise in natural language processing (NLP) for security analytics.

. Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills.

. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or AI/ML certifications.

CGI is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, CGI is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities in accordance with provincial legislation. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodation due to a disability during any aspect of the recruitment process and we will work with you to address your needs.

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