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Rackspace

Security Engineer IV - US

Salary$120k – $175k
LocationUS-Work from Home
Work moderemote · United States
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience6–9 yrs
DepartmentSecurity
EquityIncluded
Company size5,001–10,000 people
PostedOct 5, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live2h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have9
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related technical field, or equivalent experience
6–9 years of experience in security, with significant project ownership
4–6 years hands-on architecting security controls and leading risk assessments
1+ year informally mentoring engineers or leading design reviews
Advanced expertise in compliance regulations, IT risk management, and GRC
Deep understanding of cloud security architecture
Deep understanding of AI security threat models
Mentors mid-level and junior security engineers on investigative and AI-security practices
Occasionally presents technical work to cross-functional groups of 5–10 people
Nice to have2
Advanced security certification (CISSP, CISM, or similar)
Deep experience securing AI vendor tools/APIs (Gemini, Vertex AI) in a regulated environment
Skills
Gemini
Vertex AI
AI
LLM
cloud security
GRC
Benefits
Annual bonus
Equity
Employee stock purchase plan
Security Engineer IV
Owns complex, cross-cutting security initiatives — including AI/LLM security posture — setting technical direction for the area, mentoring engineers, and leading investigations for high-impact incidents.
Required Education & Experience
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related technical field, or equivalent experience.
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6–9 years of experience in security, with significant project ownership.
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4–6 years hands-on architecting security controls and leading risk assessments.
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1+ year informally mentoring engineers or leading design reviews.
Preferred
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Advanced security certification (CISSP, CISM, or similar).
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Deep experience securing AI vendor tools/APIs (Gemini, Vertex AI) in a regulated environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Advanced expertise in compliance regulations, IT risk management, and GRC; independently designs security controls and audit processes for new domains.
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Deep understanding of cloud security architecture; independently investigates complex incidents (intrusion, fraud, leaks).
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Deep understanding of AI security threat models; independently designs security review processes for AI vendor tools/APIs and governs access controls for agentic AI tools.
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Mentors mid-level and junior security engineers on investigative and AI-security practices.
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Occasionally presents technical work to cross-functional groups of 5–10 people.
Job Functions
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Architect and own end-to-end delivery of complex security initiatives, including AI/LLM security programs, spanning multiple domains.
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Lead design reviews and set technical direction for own area; mentor junior/mid security engineers.
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Lead investigations into complex incidents and root-cause analysis within own domain.
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Own security review processes for AI vendor tools and APIs (e.g., Gemini, Vertex AI) within assigned scope.
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Contribute to and help enforce compliance-audit and risk-assessment standards for the team.
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Participate in the on-call/escalation rotation for security incidents.
Benefits
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several geographic markets. The compensation range for this position ranges from $119,583.00/year in our lowest geographic market up to 175,388.40 USD/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of annual bonus or incentives, equity awards and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Learn more about benefits at Rackspace.
About Rackspace Technology
Rackspace Technology is the trusted operator of the full enterprise AI stack, from governed private cloud to AI inference and agents in production. From edge to core to cloud, we operate the infrastructure, data layer, and software integration to deliver business outcomes with the predictable cost, reliability, security, and compliance that regulated and mission-critical environments demand. We support customers in more than 120 countries with AI capabilities spanning private cloud, public cloud, applications, data and cyber resilience.
More on Rackspace Technology
Though we’re all different, Rackers thrive through our connection to a central goal: to be a valued member of a winning team on an inspiring mission. We bring our whole selves to work every day. And we embrace the notion that unique perspectives fuel innovation and enable us to best serve our customers and communities around the globe. We welcome you to apply today and want you to know that we are committed to offering equal employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender reassignment or identity or expression, genetic information, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, military or veteran status, nationality, ethnic or national origin, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any legally protected characteristic. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
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