Sophos

## Sophos Seeks Experienced AI Threat Researcher for Remote Role Cybersecurity leader Sophos is on the hunt for a talented Senior AI Threat Researcher to join their team. This remote role offers the opportunity to play a crucial part in understanding and defending against the growing threat of adversarial AI exploits.## About the Role This role involves researching how threat actors exploit AI across the attack lifecycle, including AI-powered social engineering, malware generation, and attacks on AI systems.

The researcher will analyze telemetry and open-source intelligence to detect adversarial AI use, develop detection strategies, and automate workflows to mitigate these emerging threats.##

Key Responsibilities
* Investigate and analyze the use of AI by threat actors to power social engineering, malware, and attacks on AI systems
* Develop detection and mitigation strategies to protect against adversarial AI exploits
* Automate workflows and tools to scale the identification and response to AI-powered threats
* Collaborate with the broader Sophos research team to share findings and enhance the company’s threat intelligence
* Stay up-to-date on the latest AI security research and trends to anticipate future threats
* Document and present research findings to internal and external stakeholders
* Contribute to the development of new AI-based security solutions at Sophos## Requirements
* Extensive experience in cybersecurity, threat research, or adversarial AI
* Strong technical skills in areas like machine learning, data analysis, and programming
* Proven ability to conduct in-depth research, analyze complex data, and develop innovative solutions
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams
* Familiarity with the latest trends and techniques in AI-powered cyber attacks
* Passion for staying ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving field of AI security## Compensation & Benefits
* Competitive salary commensurate with experience
* Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
* Generous paid time off and holiday leave
* Retirement savings plan with employer matching
* Professional development opportunities and training resources
* Flexible work arrangements, including the option to work remotely##

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