CyberSecurity AI Automation Engineer - Nelnet - Highlands Ranch, CO

Nelnet is a diversified and innovative company committed to enriching lives through the power of service as a student loan servicer, professional services company, consumer loan originator and servicer, payments processor, renewable energy solutions, and K-12 and higher education expert. For over 40 years, Nelnet has been serving its customers, associates, and communities.

The perks of working at Nelnet go beyond our benefits package. When you join the Nelnet team, you're part of a community invested in the success of each individual. That support comes through in our work, as we are united by our mission of creating opportunities for people where they live, learn, and work.

The Cybersecurity AI Automation Engineer at Nelnet plays a critical role in advancing the organization's cybersecurity capabilities through intelligent automation and AI-driven solutions. This position partners closely with cybersecurity and internal teams to design, build, and deploy automated workflows that increase operational efficiency, reduce manual effort, and surface actionable insights.

This role requires strong technical acumen, practical problem-solving, and a collaborative mindset to deliver scalable solutions within Nelnet's AI infrastructure.

You will:

- Design and deploy AI-powered automation pipelines that support operational workflows.

- Integrate automation solutions within Nelnet's existing AI infrastructure - LLM APIs, orchestration platforms, and workflow tooling.

- Consult with internal teams to eliminate manual, repetitive processes across cybersecurity operations through scalable AI solutions.

- Apply DevSecOps principles throughout the software delivery lifecycle.

- Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business and compliance requirements into well-scoped automation solutions.

- Continuously evaluate emerging AI and automation capabilities for opportunities across cybersecuri