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AI Security Consultant
Location
Washington
Posted
2 days ago
Salary
$125K - $175K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
AI Security Consultant
NCC Group
• Identify and mitigate risks in AI models, applications and data pipelines • Design and implement security protocols for AI/ML systems and infrastructure, models and data pipelines • Review applications and services using AI against both generic and AI specific threats • Conduct threat modeling and risk assessments • Monitor systems for anomalous behaviors • Assess and secure endpoints and APIs for model access and inference • Collaborate with stakeholders, engineers, data scientists and IT to integrate security into systems and infrastructure • Deliver client reports on AI security protocols and policies, and document best practices • Develop and implement AI security training for internal and external stakeholders
Job Requirements
- Deep background in cybersecurity focused in AI/ML, securing models and gen AI systems
- Strong understanding of machine learning workflows, model architecture and data pipelines
- Experience with adversarial ML, prompt injection, model extraction, data leakage, etc.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of Python and common ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, etc.
- Understanding of AI governance, model explainability and ethical AI principles
- The ability to work independently under deadlines
- Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Machine Learning or a related field
- Certifications preferred, including CAISS, GMSE, CISSP, OSCP, etc.
Benefits
- A chance to work with an industry leader in cyber security
- Access to world-class technical teams and research
- A high-energy, collaborative team that values innovation
- Flexibility—work remotely or from the office as needed
- Opportunities for travel
- Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives
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