Principal AI Security Architect

Who are we? At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.

• Primary AI Security SME for the CISO organization.
• AI Security SME supporting AI COE, providing expert guidance on AI security architecture, policies, and standards.
• Establish reference architectures (e.g. RAG, MCP, agents, tenancy/orchestration), with standardized patterns for identity, access, data protection, and plugin safety.
• Integrate AI security controls and requirements into enterprise architecture patterns and overlays, ensuring secure‑by‑design principles are applied.
• Lead the evaluation, selection, and implementation of AI security tools, working collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Stay current with advancements in AI/ML security, threat landscapes, and emerging technologies; proactively adapt frameworks and controls accordingly.
• Stay ahead of evolving AI threats and recommend cutting‑edge security solutions by conducting research and innovation.

• Converts AI risks into actionable controls, KPIs, and board‑level narratives.
• Participate in and support audits, compliance reviews, and incident response as it relates to AI systems.
• Partner to develop and enforce AI security policies, including compliance with emerging standards (e.g., NIST AI RMF).

• Perform AI threat modeling and risk assessments to identify, prioritize, and mitigate security risks related to AI/ML initiatives.

• Ensure alignment of AI security practices with organizational strategy and regulatory requirements.
• Integrated security controls into AI/ML lifecycle (data collection, model training, deployment).
• Embed security automation into AI CI/CD and ensure continuous validation for drift, bias, and robustness.

• Create playbooks for AI‑specific incident response (e.g., model compromise, data exfil via prompts, malicious fine‑tuning).
• Drive red‑team/blue‑team exercises for AI systems and coordinate independent architecture reviews across product lines.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Security, Engineering, or related field.
• Proven progressive experience in information security, with focus on AI/ML security.
• Deep expertise in AI/ML architecture, model security, AI threat modeling, and AI risk assessment methodologies.
• Proven experience in AI security tool evaluation, selection, and integration.
• Demonstrated understanding of enterprise security frameworks, secure software development lifecycle, and regulatory compliance requirements for a regulated global Fin Tech company.
• Strong ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, Certified AI Security Professional) preferred.
• Experience developing and delivering code using modern CI/CD delivery methodologies.

• Experience with Azure ML, Azure OpenAI, Microsoft/Git Hub Copilot security patterns; integration with Microsoft 365, Entra , Defender, Purview for data protection and governance.
• Completed independent architecture reviews and red‑team exercises for flagship AI features, closed priority findings within SLA.

• Unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities.
• Hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
• Medical, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, lifestyle, and other benefits.
• Paid time off for volunteering and donation‑matching opportunities to support causes that matter to you.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing initiatives.
• Access to online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
• Global recognition program (Finastra Celebrates) and regular employee surveys.

Applicants for this position need to be located in the posted location or their immediate surrounding areas. Due to the requirements of this position, this job posting is not available for, and Finastra will not be considering any applicants who currently reside in New York City or California.