Security Engineer – Cybersecurity Posture, Hygiene & AI Enablement

AbbVie

. design, develop, and implement security controls and solutions that enhance AbbVie’s security hygiene .

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $84,500 - $162,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityLinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

design, develop, and implement security controls and solutions that enhance AbbVie’s security hygiene
ensure that security measures are effectively integrated into IT systems and applications
collaborate with IT, network, and other relevant departments to align security measures with organizational goals and compliance requirements
partner with platform and application teams to establish clear security baseline requirements, following the Center for Internet Security Critical Security Controls (CIS 18)
utilize existing enterprise tools dedicated to vulnerability management, asset inventory, and cyber hygiene to ensure that all assets meet established security baseline requirements
develop custom integrations using APIs or other scripting tools for high-risk applications to enable proactive monitoring of critical security controls
demonstrate a foundational understanding of how artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning technologies work, including their strengths, limitations, and common enterprise use cases, particularly as they relate to cybersecurity
leverage AI-enabled tools and capabilities to improve security posture and hygiene outcomes, such as enhancing visibility, identifying configuration drift, prioritizing risk, or accelerating analysis and decision-making
lead posture and hygiene efforts to effectively drive and complete initiatives successfully. This includes coordinating stakeholders, setting clear objectives, and maintaining sustained focus on improving the organization’s security posture
manage documentation such as baselines, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), policies, and work instructions in accordance with AbbVie requirements, ensuring accuracy, currency, and alignment with organizational standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree in a relevant field and at least 4 years of experience
possess a strong understanding of the Center for Internet Security Critical Security Controls, specifically the CIS 18 framework
strong working knowledge in configuring common operating systems, including Windows Servers, Windows Desktops, and Red Hat Linux, among others
proficient in scripting languages, including Python, Bash, and/or PowerShell
excellent written and oral communication skills
strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify security risks and propose effective solutions
strong people skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with IT stakeholders inside and outside of the organization
understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies, including Code of Conduct, safety, GxP compliance, data security, and the software development lifecycle

Benefits

Comp & perks

paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick)
medical/dental/vision insurance
401(k) to eligible employees
short-term incentive programs

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Hard Skills & Tools

security controlsvulnerability managementAPI integrationscripting languagesPythonBashPowerShellWindows ServersWindows DesktopsRed Hat Linux

Soft Skills

communication skillsproblem-solving skillsanalytical skillscollaboration skillsleadership skillsorganizational skillsstakeholder managementfocus on objectivesdocumentation managementattention to detail