Network Security Engineer

Network Security Engineer

San Francisco, California, United States; Seattle, Washington, United States

Who We Are

Lightning AI is the company behind PyTorch Lightning. Founded in 2019, we build an end-to-end platform for developing, training, and deploying AI systems—designed to take ideas from research to production with less friction.

Through our merger with Voltage Park, a neocloud and AI Factory, Lightning AI combines developer-first software with cost-efficient, large-scale compute. Teams get the tools they need for experimentation, training, and production inference, with security, observability, and control built in.

We serve solo researchers, startups, and large enterprises. Lightning AI operates globally with offices in New York City, San Francisco, Seattle, and London, and is backed by Coatue, Index Ventures, Bain Capital Ventures, and Firstminute.

Our Values

• Move Fast : We act with speed and precision, breaking down big challenges into achievable steps.

• Focus : We complete one goal at a time with care, collaborating as a team to deliver features with precision.

• Balance : Sustained performance comes from rest and recovery. We ensure a healthy work-life balance to keep you at your best.

• Craftsmanship : Innovation through excellence. Every detail matters, and we take pride in mastering our craft.

• Minimal : Simplicity drives our innovation. We eliminate complexity through discipline and focus on what truly matters.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a Network Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain secure network infrastructure across Lightning AI's platform. In this role, you'll take ownership of security systems and controls, working closely with infrastructure and engineering teams to ensure the reliability and protection of our production environment, including safeguarding our AI infrastructure against evolving threats.

This role can be based out of one of our office hubs (San Francisco or Seattle), with in-office requirements of at least 2 days per week and occasional team and company offsites. We are not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position at this time.

What You'll Do

• Network Security Design & Implementation : Architect robust network infrastructures, leveraging firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and network segmentation to enhance security.
• Threat Prevention & Risk Mitigation : Conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments and penetration tests, ensuring robust security policies and access controls.
• Monitoring & Incident Response : Utilize SIEM tools for proactive threat detection and collaborate with SOC teams for incident response and breach investigation.
• Compliance & Security Governance : Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, maintaining thorough security documentation.
• Security Automation & Optimization : Implement and optimize automation tools for threat detection and response, while staying abreast of emerging security technologies.

What You'll Need

• Technical Expertise in firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Fortinet), IDS/IPS, VPNs, SD-WAN, cloud security, and encryption.
• Proficiency with Security Tools : Experience with SIEM (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), vulnerability scanners (e.g., Nessus, Qualys), and endpoint security solutions.
• Relevant Certifications , such as CCNP Security, CEH, CISSP, and GIAC Certifications (GSEC, GCIH, GPEN).
• A Passion for Security : A proactive approach to learning about new security technologies and threats

Compensation

We are committed to offering competitive compensation that reflects the value each team member brings to our mission. Final offers are based on factors such as experience, skills, geographic location, and role expectations. In addition to base salary, our total rewards package for eligible roles includes a discretionary bonus, a meaningful equity component, and comprehensive benefits.

The anticipated annual base salary range for this role is:

$180,000 - $220,000 USD

Benefits and Perks

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' health, well-being, and long-term success. Benefits may vary by location, team, and role.

Benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage (U.S.); Private medical and dental insurance (U.K.)
• Retirement and financial wellness support (U.S.); Pension contribution (U.K.)
• Generous paid time off, plus holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development support
• Wellness and work-from-home stipends
• Flexible work environment

At Lightning AI, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and create better products. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are dedicated to building a culture where everyone can thrive and contribute to their fullest potential.