AI Security Engineer

Job Summary

AI Security Engineer
6‑month contract initially

Location:

Hybrid – Max 2‑3 days per week onsite in Knutsford
Rate: £600‑£630 per day (via umbrella company)

• 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 the design, build, and optimisation of 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 lifecycle patterns.

• 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 Dev Sec Ops  methodologies integrated into CI/CD workflows.
• Experience securing cloud and AI workloads on major cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure.
• Working knowledge of machine learning concepts, data processing techniques, and common AI/ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, Scikit‑learn, Lang Chain) – considered a strong advantage.

• Conduct regular threat assessments to identify vulnerabilities in AI/ML systems.
• Develop benchmarks, tools and scripts to automate vulnerability testing for AI/ML applications.
• Perform code reviews and penetration testing of AI‑related software.

• Stay updated on emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in AI/ML security.
• Execute PoCs/PoVs to evaluate emerging trends, technologies and practices in the industry.
• Create high‑quality technical documentation and user guides.
• Contribute to the development of cutting‑edge AI/ML security tools and techniques.

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