Programmer (Dev)-AI Security Engineer

Persistent; Pune District; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Talent development & education

Cutting-edge tech

Employee engagement

Health check-ups

Insurance coverage

Job summary

Persistent is seeking an experienced Programmer (Dev) - AI Security Engineer to secure AI/ML platforms and cloud-native apps from Pune. The role demands 8–12 years in DevSecOps, AI security, and secure software delivery practices.

You will design controls, perform threat modeling, and drive secure architecture reviews across Agile teams. Responsibilities include securing pipelines, conducting security assessments, and ensuring compliance with governance standards while collaborating with

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of experience in Cyber Security, DevSecOps, or Cloud Security.
• Experience securing AI/ML platforms and implementing security controls across pipelines.
• Strong knowledge of AI governance, threat modeling, and secure software delivery.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement security controls for AI/ML and cloud-native apps.
• Integrate DevSecOps practices across development and deployment workflows.
• Secure AI/ML pipelines, models, datasets, APIs, and deployment environments.
• Conduct security assessments of AI models, infrastructure, and applications.
• Identify and mitigate vulnerabilities, threats, and risks in AI/ML systems.
• Implement secure CI/CD pipelines and automated security validation processes.
• Collaborate with architects, developers, and DevOps to ensure secure delivery.
• Define security standards, governance, and best practices for AI platforms.

Skills

Cyber Security

DevSecOps

Application Security

Cloud Security

IAM & Secrets

Vulnerability Assessments

Penetration Testing

CI/CD Security

Kubernetes Security

Security Automation

Tools

CI/CD Tools

Kubernetes

Job description

About Position:

We are looking for an experienced Programmer (Dev) to contribute to AI Security with 8 to 12 years of expertise in DevSecOps, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Security, and secure software delivery practices. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in securing AI/ML platforms, implementing security controls across development pipelines, and ensuring that enterprise AI solutions are designed, deployed, and operated securely.

• Role: Programmer (Dev)-AI Security Engineer
• Location: Pune
• Experience: 8 to 12 Years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Design and implement security controls for AI, Machine Learning, and cloud-native applications.
• Integrate DevSecOps practices across development, deployment, and operational workflows.
• Secure AI/ML pipelines, models, datasets, APIs, and deployment environments.
• Conduct security assessments of AI models, infrastructure, and applications.
• Identify and mitigate vulnerabilities, threats, and risks associated with AI and ML systems.
• Implement secure CI/CD pipelines and automated security validation processes.
• Collaborate with architects, developers, DevOps engineers, and business stakeholders to ensure secure solution delivery.
• Define security standards, governance frameworks, and best practices for AI platforms.
• Perform threat modeling, security testing, code reviews, and architecture assessments.
• Support compliance, audit, regulatory, and risk management initiatives.
• Monitor security events, incidents, and vulnerabilities across AI and cloud environments.
• Drive security automation and implement security monitoring solutions.
• Troubleshoot security issues and conduct root cause analysis for incidents and vulnerabilities.
• Create technical documentation, security guidelines, operational procedures, and security playbooks.
• Contribute to engineering standards, reusable security frameworks, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support Agile delivery processes and participate in architecture reviews and production readiness assessments.

Expertise You'll Bring:

• 8 to 12 years of experience in Cyber Security, DevSecOps, Application Security, or Cloud Security.
• Strong hands‑on expertise in DevSecOps practices and security automation.
• Experience securing AI, Machine Learning, and data‑driven platforms.
• Strong understanding of ML Security concepts including model protection, adversarial attacks, data poisoning, and model governance.
• Experience implementing security controls across cloud‑native and distributed application architectures.
• Hands‑on experience with CI/CD tools and secure software delivery pipelines.
• Knowledge of container security, Kubernetes security, and cloud security practices.
• Experience conducting vulnerability assessments, penetration testing reviews, and security audits.
• Understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM), secrets management, and privileged access controls.
• Experience with security monitoring, SIEM platforms, and incident response processes.
• Strong understanding of application security principles, secure coding practices, and threat modeling.
• Familiarity with AI governance, responsible AI frameworks, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of cloud security services and security architecture best practices.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and risk assessment capabilities.
• Experience working in Agile and cross‑functional engineering environments.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, documentation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to make practical technical decisions and drive security improvements across enterprise platforms.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company‑sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Annual health check‑ups
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility‑friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

"Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind."