AI Security Engineer

AI Security Engineer

Knutsford- Hybrid, 3 days on site

Contract - £600 - £630 per day (inside)

Our client is seeking an AI Security Engineer who will join the security team of a major organisation. You will combine practical engineering experience with deep knowledge of Data Security, AI Security, and cloud-native security practices.

Main Responsibilities:

• Drive enhancements to the AI/GenAI security platform and scanning infrastructure, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and approved budgets.
• Work alongside engineers to contribute to design, build, and optimise cloud-native data & GenAI Security services
• Support stakeholders in leveraging and adopting the latest Data & GenAI Security cloud-native application architectures.
• Ensure all Data Security architecture and cloud infrastructure accommodates the latest security and software life cycle patterns.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Experience conducting threat modelling, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments across AI/ML ecosystems, including data pipelines, model APIs, and supporting infrastructure.
• Hands on expertise with core cybersecurity technologies, such as Firewalls, SIEM platforms, IDS/IPS, and related security tooling.
• Proficiency in Python, with the ability to develop automation, security tooling, and data-driven scripts.
• Strong understanding of secure software development practices, including OWASP principles and DevSecOps methodologies integrated into CI/CD workflows.
• Working knowledge of machine learning concepts, data processing techniques, and common AI/ML frameworks (eg, PyTorch, Scikit learn, LangChain) - considered a strong advantage.
• Risk Management and working experience and understanding different delivery methods, eg Scrum, Kanban, JIRA, Agile etc.
• Experience in working end to end with software development life cycles.
• 5+ years in DevOps, Security Engineering, or Infrastructure roles.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in the financial/regulated sector
• Certified GenAI and LLM Cybersecurity Professional (CGLCP)
• Certified GenAI and LLM Cybersecurity Professional - Security Professionals (CGLCP SP)
• AWS Certified AI Practitioner or CISSP

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