AI Security Specialist

Continental; Ribeirão; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working model

International environment

Collaborative culture

Training & development

Impactful work

Job summary

Continental is seeking an AI Security Specialist to influence how applications and AI-enabled solutions are designed, assessed and governed. You will turn complex security standards into practical guidance that enables innovation while protecting our global business.

You will combine hands-on security assessment with consulting, governance and cross-functional collaboration across enterprise IT, product teams and stakeholders in an international context.

Qualifications

• Academic degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, IT or a comparable qualification.
• 3+ years of enterprise IT experience, including cybersecurity or application security.
• Experience assessing applications, architectures and AI-enabled solutions for security risks.
• Experience applying OWASP, NIST, CIS and ISO/IEC 27001 standards.
• Certification such as CISSP, CCSP, CSSLP or equivalent is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity architectures, web app security, authentication and encryption.
• Ability to communicate security requirements to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience collaborating in international, cross-functional teams and influencing decisions without direct authority.
• Advanced English skills (verbal and written).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, review and approve AI-enabled, client, mobile, add-in, web and other applications.
• Assess solution, product and architecture documentation for security risks and compliance.
• Review security checklists, document outcomes and approve solutions within delegated authority.
• Provide Cybersecurity consulting to IT and business functions, particularly for AI-related initiatives.
• Define and maintain application and AI-security rules, standards, guidelines, checklists and guardrails.
• Support cybersecurity audits, tests and assessments, and help stakeholders address identified findings.

Skills

Cybersecurity knowledge

Application security

Security risk assessment

Stakeholder communication

English proficiency

Education

Cybersecurity / Information Security / Computer Science / IT degree

Job description

Company Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

Company Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

Job Description

As an AI Security Specialist you will influence how applications and AI-enabled solutions are designed, assessed and governed-turning complex security standards into practical guidance that enables innovation while protecting our global business.

You will combine hands-on security assessment with consulting, governance and cross-functional collaboration:

• Evaluate, review and approve AI-enabled, client, mobile, add-in, web and other applications;
• Assess solution, product and architecture documentation for security risks and compliance;
• Review security checklists, document outcomes and approve solutions within delegated authority;
• Provide Cybersecurity consulting to IT and business functions, particularly for AI-related initiatives;
• Define and maintain application and AI-security rules, standards, guidelines, checklists and guardrails;
• Support cybersecurity audits, tests and assessments, and help stakeholders address identified findings.

Qualifications

• Academic degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, IT or a comparable qualification;.
• 3+ years of enterprise IT experience, including cybersecurity or application security;
• Practical experience assessing applications, architectures and AI-enabled solutions for security risks;
• Experience applying standards and frameworks such as OWASP, NIST, CIS and ISO/IEC 27001;
• CISSP, CCSP, CSSLP, or an equivalent recognized certification (is an advantage);
• Strong knowledge of Cybersecurity architectures, web application security, authentication and encryption technologies;
• Ability to communicate security requirements to technical and non-technical stakeholders;
• Experience collaborating in international, cross-functional teams and influencing decisions without direct authority;
• Advanced English skills (verbal and written).

Additional Information

Our Offer:

• Integration in a challenging and international work environment;
• Flexible working model;
• Collaborative working style;
• Continuous opportunities for the promotion of talent and training;
• Opportunity to make a difference.

We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued. All kind of applications are welcome.