AI Security Engineer

£70,000 to 100,000 GBP

Bonus

Hybrid WORKING

Location: Central London, Greater London - United Kingdom Type: Permanent

Job Title: AI Security Engineer (GenAI Focus)
Location: London (Hybrid - 2 days per week onsite)
Salary: Flexible depending on experience + bonus

Job Overview
We are seeking an AI Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain security solutions that protect complex systems and sensitive data, with a strong focus on GenAI and AI/ML platforms. This role works closely with data scientists, engineers, and security teams to ensure innovation is delivered securely and at scale.

This position is well suited to security professionals who want to transition into a GenAI-focused career path and develop deep expertise in securing AI/ML systems.

Key Responsibilities

Threat Analysis and Vulnerability Assessment

• Conduct regular threat modelling and vulnerability assessments across AI/ML systems, including data pipelines, model APIs, and GenAI services
• Develop tools, scripts, and benchmarks to automate AI/ML security testing
• Perform secure code reviews and penetration testing of AI-related software

Research and Development

• Research emerging threats, trends, and best practices in AI/ML security
• Deliver proof-of-concepts and proof-of-value initiatives to assess new technologies and controls
• Contribute to the development of advanced AI/ML security tools and techniques
• Produce high-quality technical documentation and user guidance

Security Engineering and Collaboration

• Provide subject matter expertise on security engineering patterns and controls
• Support secure software development practices aligned to OWASP and DevSecOps principles
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and security teams to align solutions with business and regulatory requirements
• Support audits, risk assessments, and control improvements across platforms

Required Technical Skills

• Strong programming and scripting skills in Python and Bash
• Strong knowledge of cloud technologies, specifically AWS and Azure
• Strong understanding of API development and API security
• Experience with threat modelling, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments
• Familiarity with secure software development practices (OWASP, DevSecOps)
• Interest in or exposure to data science, AI, or ML systems

Required Soft Skills

• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
• Comfortable advising stakeholders and contributing to security strategy and decision-making