AI Security Lead

Version 1; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking an AI Security Lead to manage security engagements across AI and data platforms. This strategic role combines technical expertise and commercial insight, guiding clients through AI adoption challenges. Responsibilities include leading client engagements, shaping security solutions, and mentoring staff. The ideal candidate should have a strong cyber security background and knowledge of AI risks and related compliance standards. The position offers opportunities for professional growth within a flexible working environment.

Benefits

Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share

Career Development Programme

Flexible working hours

Private Healthcare

Employee Wellbeing Schemes

Qualifications

• Strong cybersecurity background with hands-on experience in AI and data security.
• Experience in scoping and shaping security solutions.
• Knowledge of security standards and prior experience in regulated sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements across the AI and data security lifecycle.
• Shape secure-by-design approaches for AI and ML models.
• Act as trusted advisor on AI risks and compliance.

Skills

Cybersecurity experience

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

AI risk understanding

Tools

NIST AI Risk Management Framework

ISO / IEC 42001

ISO / IEC 27001

Job description

Overview

Version 1 has delivered trusted digital and IT transformation for nearly three decades. Today we're enabling clients to adopt AI responsibly, securely and at scale, particularly in complex regulated environments.

The Role

We’re seeking an AI Security Lead who brings together deep technical insight with strong commercial acumen. This is a strategic and hands-on role that spans pre-sales, solution shaping, client advisory and delivery leadership. You’ll lead security engagements across AI, ML and data platforms ensuring trust, compliance and resilience from concept through to deployment. You’ll influence clients at all levels, guiding them through the unique risks of AI adoption. You’ll also support the growth of Version 1’s AI business by shaping solutions, estimating delivery effort and contributing to bids and go-to-market strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements across the AI and data security lifecycle from early conversations and opportunity qualification to delivery and assurance
• Shape secure-by-design approaches for AI / ML models, pipelines, datasets and automated decision-making systems
• Support pre-sales and commercial activity: define solutions scope and estimate work, contribute to proposals and influence decision-makers
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients on emerging AI risks and compliance obligations
• Deliver threat modelling, risk assessments and adversarial security reviews
• Guide the design of technical and organisational controls aligned to frameworks like NIST AI RMF and ISO / IEC 42001
• Design and advocate for AI-specific monitoring and detection capabilities
• Mentor and develop others across the business providing guidance, coaching and knowledge-sharing to upskill colleagues and grow internal AI security expertise
• Contribute to thought leadership through webinars, whitepapers and community events

About You

• A strong communicator with the ability to engage senior business and technical stakeholders alike
• Skilled at simplifying complex AI risk topics and gaining buy-in from non-technical audiences
• Experienced in scoping, estimating and shaping security solutions in client-facing roles
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and influencing strategic outcomes in regulated industries
• Confident leading workshops, delivering presentations and contributing to business growth

Skills and Experience

• Robust cybersecurity background with hands-on experience in AI and data security
• Deep understanding of machine learning architectures, model vulnerabilities and threat vectors (including LLMs and agentic systems)
• Commercially aware with experience supporting or leading pre-sales bids and solution development
• You will need to be based in the UK and be Security Cleared
• Knowledge of security and assurance standards including:

NIST AI Risk Management Framework

• ISO / IEC 42001 & ISO / IEC 27001
• OWASP LLM / Agentic Security guidance
• Prior experience in regulated sectors (e.g. government, health, finance) is highly desirable

Benefits

• Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme where employees collectively benefit from a share of our company’s profits
• Strong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes with a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programme
• Flexible / remote working. Version 1 is understanding of life events and individual circumstances and offers flexibility to help achieve a healthy work-life balance
• Financial wellbeing initiatives including Pension, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, Financial advice and an Employee Discount scheme
• Employee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, Employee Assistance Programme and more. Generous holiday allowance and enhanced maternity/paternity leave, marriage/civil partnership leave and special leave policies
• Educational assistance, incentivised certifications and accreditations including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle and Red Hat
• Reward schemes including Version 1’s Annual Excellence Awards & Call-Out platform
• Environment, Social and Community initiatives to support diversity, inclusion and belonging
• And many more exciting benefits; drop us a note to find out more.

Other

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Skills

Administrative Skills, Facilities Management, Biotechnology, Creative Production, Design And Estimation, Architecture

Experience

years

Vacancy

1