Senior AI Security and Governance Engineer

Senior AI Security and Governance Engineer Remote Pay: $70.00 - $75.00 per hour 26-09789 Job summary

The Senior AI Security and Governance Engineer is responsible for establishing and maturing the AI security program within a client organization. This role leads efforts to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with artificial intelligence technologies while enabling secure AI adoption. The engineer collaborates with Security, Architecture, Compliance, Risk, Legal, and Technology teams to develop standards, controls, and processes supporting responsible AI use.

• Develop and mature the AI security strategy and governance framework.
• Establish security standards, policies, and risk management practices for AI technologies.
• Conduct AI risk assessments and security reviews for new AI use cases and platforms.
• Evaluate emerging AI threats and recommend appropriate controls.

• Identify and mitigate risks involving sensitive data exposure through AI systems.
• Partner with data governance teams to improve data classification, protection, and access controls.
• Assess potential data oversharing and information leakage risks.
• Support implementation of security, privacy, and compliance requirements related to AI.

• Provide security guidance for Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Defender, Entra , Azure AI, and related technologies.
• Review AI architectures, integrations, and third-party AI solutions for security and compliance risks.
• Develop control requirements and security recommendations for AI-enabled solutions.

• Create repeatable processes for AI security reviews and risk assessments.
• Support regulatory, audit, and governance initiatives related to AI.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to promote secure and responsible AI adoption.

• 4 years of experience in cybersecurity, security engineering, or security architecture.
• Experience with cloud security and Microsoft security technologies.
• Strong understanding of data protection and governance, identity and access management, security architecture, risk assessment and threat modeling, security controls, and compliance frameworks.
• Working knowledge of generative AI, large language models (LLMs), AI agents, and emerging AI security risks.
• Strong communication skills to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Experience with Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Defender, Entra , Microsoft 365, and Azure security solutions.
• Experience with Microsoft Copilot or Azure OpenAI.
• Experience with data security platforms such as Varonis.
• Knowledge of NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF), ISO 42001, or similar governance frameworks.
• Experience with in a regulated industry such as financial services.
• Scripting or automation experience using Python, Power Shell, or APIs.

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• Medical Insurance
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Discounts & Rewards
• Payroll Payment Options

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