AI-Security Engineer

Vontobel Holding AG; Thalwil; Vor Ort; CHF 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Free lunch

Agile work environment

Collaborative team culture

Zusammenfassung

Vontobel Holding AG in Zurich is seeking an experienced AI Security Engineer and Architect to develop IT security solutions targeted at AI systems. The successful candidate will take technical ownership of security software solutions and participate in architecture design.

We value adaptability and enthusiasm for learning within our collaborative team. The role requires in-depth technical expertise in AI security threats and cloud security principles. Benefits include a top Zurich location and opportunities for growth.

Qualifikationen

• Experience implementing AI security testing and assurance practices.
• Proven experience in designing and securing agent-based AI architectures.
• Hands-on experience with AI platforms is an advantage.

Aufgaben

• Software development of IT Security and AI Security solutions.
• AI Security architecture design and development.
• Technical ownership of security software solutions delivery.

Kenntnisse

In-depth technical expertise in AI security threats

Strong scripting and automation skills

Solid understanding of cloud security principles

Tools

Azure AI Foundry

AWS Bedrock

Google Vertex AI

Jobbeschreibung

For our IT Security division in Zurich, we are seeking an experienced and versatile AI Security Engineer and Architect. If you enjoy working in an agile team, thrive on tackling the daily challenges of a dynamic operating environment, and are excited to contribute to the implementation of complex projects using innovative technologies, this could be your chance!

Are concepts like prompt injection, adversarial inputs, model poisoning, zero trust AI, red teaming, or guardrails part of your daily language? Do you bring a strong understanding of how secure, enterprise grade AI systems are built, tested, and operated at scale? If this sounds familiar, we’d love to hear more about your experience and what inspires you to join our team!

What Would your role be?

Software Development of IT Security and AI Security solutions.

AI Security Architecture design and development.

Technical ownership of security software solutions delivery.

What are we looking for?

In-depth technical expertise in AI security threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques.

Deep understanding of the OWASP Top 10 and the OWASP Top 10 for Large Language Model (LLM) Applications.

Proven experience in designing and securing agent-based AI architectures, including tool invocation, memory management, agent communication, and workflow orchestration.

Experience implementing AI security testing and assurance practices, including red teaming, threat modeling, threat hunting, and risk assessments.

Strong scripting and automation skills, with experience developing security tooling, scripts, and automated pipelines.

Solid understanding of cloud security principles and controls, particularly within Microsoft Azure and AI/ML environments.

Hands‑on experience with AI platforms such as Azure AI Foundry, AWS Bedrock, Google Vertex AI, or similar managed LLM services is an advantage.

Agile, adaptable, and passionate about working in a fast‑paced, collaborative, and dynamic environment.

Highly motivated and proactive, with a strong sense of ownership and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Nice to have: experience securing Generative AI (GenAI) pipelines, including data ingestion, model training, evaluation, and deployment, against adversarial attacks, prompt injection, model manipulation, and data poisoning.

What do we offer?

Top Zurich location with collaboration spaces and free lunch.

Friendly, diverse team in aninternational environment.

Agile environment in how we think, the way we work and our trust for each other.

Flat hierarchy with collaboration on all levels.

Collaborative spirit with opportunities to learn and thrive.

We are looking for talented people, not just a CV that ticks all the boxes. Even if you do not have absolutely everything we have asked for, if this role sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

Why Vontobel?

At Vontobel, you are building better futures for our clients and society, as well as for yourself. As a family‑owned and publicly listed company with over 2,000 professionals based in 28 locations globally and headquartered in Zurich, we’re committed to long‑term thinking and sustainability.

Our diverse team values unique perspectives, and we hire individuals determined to deliver in a dynamic and changing world. Even if you don’t meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply if you’re enthusiastic about the role.