Workload: 100%
Join Axpo in Madrid as a Security Engineer to support the secure adoption and governance of emerging technologies across business and technology environments. This high-impact role combines cybersecurity engineering, security architecture, regulatory compliance, and operational enablement to ensure technologies are implemented securely, responsibly, and in alignment with business and regulatory requirements.
Design, implement, and continuously improve governance and security frameworks across the organization.
Define and maintain security guardrails, governance principles, and operational controls for AI platforms, tools, and workflows.
Develop standards and technical guidance related to AI security and responsible AI usage.
Design and support implementation of security controls, including sandboxing, identity and access management, secret management, and secure API usage.
Conduct risk assessments and security reviews, addressing threats such as prompt injection, jailbreak techniques, and context leakage.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including EU AI Act, GDPR, Swiss FADP, and NIS2.
Provide awareness and training initiatives focused on secure and responsible AI usage.
What you bring & who you are:
Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
5–7 years of experience in cybersecurity, security engineering, cloud security, or technology governance roles.
Strong fundamentals in application security, cloud security (Azure preferred), DevSecOps, or endpoint security.
Practical experience with Linux namespaces, seccomp, AppArmor, OAuth 2.0/OIDC, and secret management platforms.
Working knowledge of AI security risks, including prompt injection, jailbreak techniques, and context leakage.
Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as GDPR, EU AI Act, and Swiss FADP.
Certifications like CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or Azure Security certifications are a plus.
Fluency in English.
About the team:
We are a diverse group of professionals dedicated to innovation and secure technology adoption. Collaboration and mutual support define our culture, and we value every voice in driving responsible AI governance and cybersecurity excellence.
At our company, we strive to create a culture of continuous learning, personal growth, and inter- national community involvement. We're passionate about providing our employees with the tools and resources they need to succeed, and we're confident that you'll love being part of our team!
Meal allowances
You can enjoy delicious meals on us, no matter if you are working remotely or on-site.
- Option to use it for public transportation or childcare instead.
At Axpo Group, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of non-discrimination, tolerance, and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications regardless of race and ethnicity, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, as well as socioeconomic, cultural, and religious background. We are committed to ensuring a respectful and inclusive recruiting process and workplace for everyone.
