AI Security & Compliance Analyst for Secure AI Apps

Vinson & Elkins; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Vinson & Elkins in Houston, TX seeks an Information Security Application and Compliance Analyst to design, evaluate, and establish AI security frameworks, standards, and governance controls for secure AI development and usage.

The role covers independent evaluation of AI-generated code and AI/ML systems, supporting security governance, SDLC, risk reduction, and collaboration with development and IT teams to mature the firm’s AI security program.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2–4 years’ experience in AI application security, SDLC, or governance functions.
• Ability to evaluate AI-generated code and model behavior for security risks.
• Strong communication skills and documentation for audit purposes.

Responsibilities

• Independently evaluates AI-generated code and AI/ML systems for security risks and governance implications.
• Designs AI security frameworks, standards, tool sets, and governance controls for secure AI development and use.
• Collaborates to develop and implement AI governance policies and control documentation.
• Provides backup support for routine security operations and incident triage.

Skills

AI security governance

SDLC security

Security governance

Incident triage

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

SIEM

EDR/AV

DLP

SAST/DAST/SCA

PowerShell/Python

Job description

Vinson & Elkins in Houston, TX seeks an Information Security Application and Compliance Analyst to design, evaluate, and establish AI security frameworks, standards, and governance controls for secure AI development and usage.

The role covers independent evaluation of AI-generated code and AI/ML systems, supporting security governance, SDLC, risk reduction, and collaboration with development and IT teams to mature the firm’s AI security program.