Senior AI Security Engineer

Job summary

Remote

Work model

Hybrid · 3 days home
3 days ago
Job description

About the Role

A leading financial services company is hiring a Senior AI Security Engineer for a full-time, internal role supporting secure AI adoption across the enterprise. This position is primarily remote within the Tri-State area, with occasional on-site collaboration.

You'll work at the intersection of cybersecurity, machine learning, and cloud platforms—securing LLM-based applications, protecting sensitive data, and designing controls across AWS/Azure environments while partnering with engineering teams building next-generation AI solutions.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 6+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with exposure to AI/ML security
  • Strong understanding of application and cloud security (AWS and/or Azure)
  • Experience securing APIs, microservices, and data pipelines
  • Familiarity with AI/ML concepts (LLMs, model training/inference, vector databases)
  • Experience with threat modeling and secure architecture design
  • Programming/scripting experience (Python, Go, or similar)

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Experience securing LLM-based applications or AI platforms
  • Knowledge of AI-specific risks (prompt injection, model poisoning, data exfiltration)
  • Familiarity with frameworks like NIST AI RMF or similar governance models
  • Experience in financial services or regulated environments
  • Security certifications (CISSP, CCSP, or similar)

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

  • 40% Cloud & Application Security (AWS/Azure)
  • 30% AI/ML Security (LLMs, model protection, data security)
  • 20% Threat Modeling & Architecture
  • 10% Automation & Tooling

Daily Responsibilities

  • 60% Hands On
  • 15% Management Duties
  • 25% Team Collaboration

The Offer

  • Bonus eligible

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Vacation Time
  • Bonus

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.