AI & Cloud Security Senior Specialist Full-time

Description and Requirements

AI & Cloud Security Senior Specialist

Lead Consultant, Information Security

Hybrid

We are a company driven by a solid set of principles and purposes such as diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our working culture provides flexibility and naturally a ‘hybrid’ working model as standard. We want to benefit from the many positives that come by having a more diverse working culture throughout all levels of seniority and lines of business. Our workforce enjoys excellent benefits and a culture to thrive in.

Role Value Proposition:

The Cloud and AI Security Lead Consultant will integrate MetLife in Ireland as part of the EMEA Information Security team and be responsible under limited supervision, to provide key subject matter expertise, oversight and/or execution of MetLife Information Security Program in EMEA.

A successful candidate should be able to drive needed processes and controls in order to ensure the security of MetLife cloud infrastructure and AI systems in EMEA. Candidate will work closely with the global security team to develop, implement, and maintain robust security measures, respond to security vulnerabilities, and provide expert guidance on security best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

The Cloud and AI Security Lead Consultant responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Design and implement security architectures for cloud and AI environments.
• Conduct security assessments and reviews to identify vulnerabilities and risks.
• Develop and enforce cloud security policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with IT and development teams to integrate security practices into the DevOps pipeline.
• Respond to and investigate security incidents, providing thorough documentation and recommendations for improvement.
• Stay up to date with emerging security threats and technologies to ensure our defenses remain robust.
• Lead security projects, including the deployment of new security tools and technologies.
• Provide training and mentorship to junior security team members.

Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills:

Required:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Professional security certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, Cloud+, CCSK, or equivalent.
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and cloud security tools.
• Strong understanding of AI and machine learning security concerns.
• Proficiency in security frameworks and compliance standards relevant to the EMEA region.
• Ability to transparently execute against plan.
• Good analytical and report presentation skills.
• Good English language skills both oral as well as written; Additional languages knowledge preferred.

Preferred:
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, global team environment.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to tackling challenges.
• Ability to work independently with a structured approach.

Travel

0% – 2.5%

Business Category

GTO – Information Security Organization

Number of Openings

1

At MetLife, we’re leading the global transformation of an industry we’ve long defined. United in purpose, diverse in perspective, we’re dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our customers.

We ensure to reward and recognise our employees for their contributions and accomplishments at work. We value our employees’ commitment to their work by offering a competitive and extensive compensation and benefits package. This includes 25 paid holidays, performance-based bonus, health insurance, income protection and pension benefits. MetLife will also assist in the funding of professional fees for employees where it is relevant and aligned to your position within the organisation. MetLife reserve the right to make a judgement on whether the subscription is relevant or not to your role as well as cease the payment at any time. This type of subscription will not incur “benefit in kind” tax

Bring your true self to work every day, receive the development and support you need to perform at your best, opportunities to advance your career and surround yourself with likeminded people. Join MetLife.

Benefits We Offer

Our benefits are designed to care for your holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer health care coverage for you and your family, insurance discounts for home, car, and pet protection, as well as parental leave. We also provide premium gym membership for you and your direct relatives, volunteer time off, discounts with specific universities, flexible Fridays, connectivity reimbursement, and much more!

About MetLife

Recognized on Fortune magazine’s list of the 2023 “World’s Most Admired Companies”, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

Our purpose is simple – to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by empathy, we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!