Security Architect

EPAM Systems; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESPP

Pension plan

Private healthcare insurance

Safety & life insurance

Gym discounts

Wellness Grant SEK 2000

Learning & development programs

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

EPAM Systems is hiring a Security Architect in Göteborg to design and implement security controls for AI/ML and generative AI solutions, while aligning with enterprise security architectures.

You will lead architecture reviews, steer security direction for AI platforms, and embed security throughout the secure development lifecycle to support compliance and risk management in regulated environments.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in security architecture across enterprise applications, cloud platforms and AI-enabled solutions.
• Background in AI/ML and generative AI security, including LLMs and AI data pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement security controls for AI/ML and generative AI solutions across models, APIs and data pipelines.
• Run architecture reviews and steer technical direction on emerging AI platforms.
• Embed security into DevSecOps and ensure compliance and risk management.

Skills

Security architecture

AI/ML security

TOGAF/SABSA

Cloud security (AWS/Azure)

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or Information Security

Tools

GitHub Advanced Security

Azure

AWS

OpenAI API

Job description

Enterprise clients in Sweden face a new set of security challenges as AI-enabled solutions and cloud platforms become central to their operations. The pressure to secure these environments is rising, especially as generative AI and advanced data integrations introduce new risks. In this Security Architect role in Göteborg, you work at the intersection of technology and governance, helping clients navigate the complexity of responsible AI adoption. You shape the security posture for platforms that must stand up to evolving threats and regulatory demands. The work matters because trusted, resilient platforms are the foundation for business growth and compliance.ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement security controls for AI/ML and generative AI solutions, and assess risks across LLMs, AI APIs, model integrations and AI data pipelinesMitigate AI-specific threats such as prompt injection, data leakage, model poisoning, insecure output handling and unauthorised model accessShape target-state architectures for AI platforms, assistants, RAG systems, agents and AI gateways, and define governance frameworks for responsible AI, security and identityRun architecture reviews and sign-offs for AI solutions, and steer technical direction on emerging AI platformsEmbed security into the secure development lifecycle and DevSecOps pipelines, and support compliance and cyber-risk managementEstablish and document security reference architectures, technology standards and best practices across the technology landscapeLead and coordinate architecture work across teams, represent security in projects, and support adherence to security policies and standardsAdvise senior management on security strategy, risks and benefits, and run training sessions and workshops for development teamsContribute to KPI, KRI and SLA reporting for the security programmeRequirements7+ years in security architecture across enterprise applications, cloud platforms and AI-enabled solutionsBackground in AI/ML and generative AI security, including LLMs, AI APIs and AI data pipelinesSecuring applications on AWS and Microsoft Azure; experience integrating AI with Azure OpenAI and enterprise APIs is a good fitProven skill in creating enterprise security reference architectures, frameworks and blueprintsKnowledge of TOGAF and SABSA; degree in computer science, information security or a related fieldDelivery of enterprise-scale AI platforms in regulated environments, with experience of AI guardrails and responsible AI controlsTrack record of taking AI initiatives from proof of concept to enterprise-grade productionNice to haveCertifications such as CISSP or SABSA, or CCSP and cloud architect certifications (AWS/Azure/GCP)Experience in the tech, security or automotive industryThreat modelling and security risk management knowledgeFamiliarity with other AI ecosystems (AWS Bedrock, Google Vertex AI, Databricks, OpenAI API, Hugging Face)Secure engineering practices around GitHub Advanced Security and pull-request workflowsWe offerEPAM Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)Company’s pension planPrivate healthcare insuranceSafety & life insuranceGym discountsWellness Grant (SEK 2000)Corporate Programs including Employee Referral Program with rewardsLearning and development opportunities including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, and courses