Security Engineer

AI71; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

AI71, a leading AI research team in Abu Dhabi, is seeking a proactive Security Engineer focused on protecting AI systems from evolving security threats. In this role, you will design, implement, and manage security measures while collaborating with cross-functional teams. With responsibilities encompassing security architecture, threat detection, and compliance, this opportunity offers competitive salary and professional growth in a collaborative environment dedicated to groundbreaking AI technologies.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Equity options

Comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in security engineering, information security, or a similar role.
• Hands-on experience with security tools.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their security frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement security architectures for AI systems and cloud environments.
• Monitor and analyze security events to detect potential threats.
• Conduct security awareness training for employees.

Skills

Security principles

Cryptography

Network protocols

Threat detection

Vulnerability management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field

Tools

SIEM

IDS / IPS

Vulnerability scanners

Job description

AI71 Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Security Engineer

AI71 Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

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AI71 is an applied research team dedicated to creating helpful and responsible AI agents for knowledge workers.

Working closely with our industry partners, our cross-functional teams of AI experts build products grounded in the cutting edge research of our colleagues from the Technology Innovation Institute (TII).

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Security Engineer to protect our AI systems, data, and infrastructure against evolving security threats. In this role, you will design, implement, and manage security measures to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed security into every layer of our development and deployment processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Security Design and Implementation :
• Design and implement security architectures for AI systems, cloud environments, and data pipelines.
• Integrate security into the software development lifecycle (SDLC) to ensure secure coding practices.
• Threat Detection and Response :
• Monitor and analyze security events to detect potential threats or breaches.
• Respond to security incidents, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Vulnerability Management :
• Perform regular security assessments, including penetration testing and vulnerability scanning.
• Collaborate with development teams to address vulnerabilities and enforce remediation timelines.
• Compliance and Governance :
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001).
• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Security Training and Awareness :
• Conduct security awareness training for employees to promote a culture of security.
• Serve as a security advocate within the organization, providing guidance on emerging threats.
• Collaboration and Research :
• Work closely with AI researchers, data scientists, and engineers to identify and mitigate risks unique to AI systems.
• Stay updated on the latest security trends, tools, and attack vectors relevant to AI technologies.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience :

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in security engineering, information security, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of security principles, cryptography, and network protocols.
• Hands-on experience with security tools (e.g., SIEM, IDS / IPS, vulnerability scanners).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their security frameworks.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top Ten).

Preferred Skills :

• Experience securing machine learning models, data pipelines, or AI platforms.
• Knowledge of adversarial machine learning and AI-specific attack vectors.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, OSCP, or equivalent.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automating security tasks.

Why Join Us?

• Work on groundbreaking AI technologies with a focus on security and ethics.
• Collaborate with a diverse, talented, and passionate team.
• Competitive salary, equity options, and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and learning.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

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Security Engineer • Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates