Principal AI Security Architect

Micron Technology, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. is seeking a Principal AI Security Architect to define and drive AI security strategy within Cyber Defense & Resilience. You will own AI threat modeling, governance, incident response, and act as the primary advisor to executive leadership on secure AI use.

The role requires leadership in developing security standards for AI, coordinating across security functions, and translating research into practical controls for enterprise AI deployments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information security, engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of cybersecurity experience, incl. 3+ years in AI/ML security.
• Hands-on experience with AI systems, agentic architectures, LLMs, RAG frameworks, and AI-enabled workflows.
• Deep understanding of AI/ML security principles, including threat vectors and defensive controls.
• Experience developing security strategies, threat models, and governance for emerging tech.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts to executive partners.
• Experience leading security programs and incident response efforts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own the AI security strategy, threat model, and roadmap for Cyber Defense & Resilience.
• Establish quarterly priorities for AI security initiatives across security functions.
• Define risk criteria and review high-risk AI architectures with customer data access.
• Lead AI-related cybersecurity incidents partnering with incident response teams.
• Create and improve AI incident response playbooks against evolving threats.
• Present AI security posture to executive leadership and governance bodies.
• Monitor AI threats and translate findings into actionable security controls.

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a Principal AI Security Architect to serve as the senior-most technical authority for AI security within Cyber Defense & Resilience! This role will define and drive AI security strategy, be responsible for AI threat modeling and governance, lead AI-related incident response efforts, and act as the primary advisor to executive leadership on the secure use, defense, and response to emerging AI technologies and threats.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own the AI security strategy, threat model, and roadmap for Cyber Defense & Resilience.
• Establish quarterly priorities for AI security initiatives and provide strategic direction across multiple security functions.
• Define risk classification criteria and review high-risk AI agent architectures, including systems with customer data access, autonomous decision-making, and external system integrations.
• Act as the lead coordinator for AI-related cybersecurity incidents, partnering with enterprise incident response teams and collaborators.
• Create, maintain, and continuously improve AI incident response playbooks based on evolving threat landscapes and industry developments.
• Represent AI security strategy and posture to executive leadership, including the Deputy CSO, security leadership, and governance organizations spanning multiple functions.
• Monitor emerging AI security threats, attack techniques, and industry standards, translating research findings into actionable security controls and operational guidance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or a related technical field, or demonstrated equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of cybersecurity experience, including at least 3+ years focused specifically on AI/ML security.
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience working with AI systems, agentic architectures, LLMs, RAG frameworks, tool integrations, and AI-enabled workflows.
• Deep understanding of AI/ML security principles, including system architecture, deployment models, threat vectors, attack methodologies, and defensive controls.
• Experience developing security strategies, threat models, risk assessments, and governance frameworks for emerging technologies.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to executive-level partners and influence decision‑making.
• Experience leading security programs, incident response activities, or risk management efforts within enterprise environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• 8+ years of cybersecurity experience with significant leadership responsibility in AI security, security architecture, or advanced threat programs.
• Prior experience within an AI‑focused security organization at a leading AI company, hyperscaler, or highly regulated enterprise environment.
• Hands‑on experience conducting AI red team exercises, including prompt injection testing, agentic vulnerability assessments, model extraction, and adversarial attack simulations.
• Experience partnering with governance organizations such as AI Centers of Excellence, Security Architecture, Incident Response, or Enterprise Risk teams.
• Knowledge of the AI security tooling ecosystem, including AI monitoring, guardrails, model risk management, and AI governance platforms.
• Experience developing and operationalizing enterprise AI security standards, controls, and incident response frameworks.

Job Profile(s)

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Relocation Level: TBD

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Benefits

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