Remote Forward Deployed Engineer - AI Security & Compliance

Scopic; United States; Remote; USD 83,000 - 152,000; Part time

Job summary

Scopic is seeking a hands-on Python engineer to lead an enterprise SOC for AI deployments, working with CISOs and GRC teams. This is a part-time, fully remote role within our Scopic team of 250+ professionals.

You will own implementations end-to-end, map regulatory controls, and ensure secure, auditable outcomes across AI agents and MCP tooling.

Qualifications

• Advanced Python proficiency for deterministic backend workflows and secure API integrations.
• Hands-on experience with LLMs, function calling, tool use, and agent frameworks (LangChain, LlamaIndex, AutoGen, CrewAI).
• Understanding of MCP and secure connections between AI models and external data sources.
• Familiarity with controls from NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, SOC 2, FedRAMP, CMMC, and PCI-DSS.
• Experience with enterprise security concepts: RBAC/ABAC, DLP, encryption, and audit logging.
• Familiarity with cloud deployments (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization.
• Proven experience leading large enterprise software or security deployments, including planning and risk mitigation.
• Strong client-facing communication with technical teams, compliance officers, and executives.
• Ability to present AI security and compliance value to non-technical leaders.
• Understanding of AI risk management guidelines such as NIST AI RMF and OWASP Top 10 for LLMs.
• Previous experience in Forward Deployed Engineer, Solutions Engineer, or implementation lead roles.
• Experience identifying upsell opportunities through delivery.

Responsibilities

• Own SOC for AI platform implementations end-to-end, from kickoff to go-live in enterprise environments.
• Plan, track, and manage project timelines, deliverables, and milestones, adapting to technical and compliance realities.
• Identify, log, and mitigate project risks; ensure deployments meet cybersecurity, quality, and performance standards.
• Serve as the primary contact between client stakeholders (CISOs, GRC teams, Data Scientists) and internal teams.
• Keep clients informed of product roadmap, updates, and new capabilities.
• Deploy and configure the platform, mapping agent behaviors and audit trails to regulatory controls.
• Enforce security policies, observability, and compliance guardrails for AI agents.
• Integrate client data systems and APIs via MCPs while maintaining data privacy and access controls.
• Design, build, and deploy custom deterministic Python workflows alongside AI models for secure outcomes.
• Identify gaps in AI auditability, compliance mapping, or MCP tooling and translate to engineering requirements.
• Define and track success metrics like compliance coverage and automated audit reporting.
• Present security outcomes and ROI to executives and identify opportunities to expand footprint.

Skills

Advanced Python

LLMs & Tools

Agent Frameworks

MCP Understanding

Security Frameworks

RBAC/ABAC

DLP & Encryption

Cloud Deployments

AWS/GCP/Azure

Enterprise Deployments

Client Communication

English Proficiency

Job description

Location: United States

Category: IT Services
Location:

Are you a hands‑on Python engineer who knows cybersecurity compliance inside out and can lead an enterprise deployment from kickoff to go‑live? If you enjoy working directly with CISOs and GRC teams, building secure AI agent workflows, and turning field feedback into product improvements, we'd love to hear from you!

You'll lead implementations of our client's SOC for AI platform, an enterprise solution to deploy, monitor, audit, and enforce the security and compliance of AI agents, their tools/MCPs, and deterministic Python workflows. This is a part‑time, fully remote role. Read on to see if you'd be a good fit for the Scopic team of 250+ professionals from over 60 countries.

Responsibilities

• Own SOC for AI platform implementations end-to-end, from kickoff to go-live in enterprise environments
  
• Plan, track, and manage project timelines, deliverables, and milestones, adapting to technical and compliance realities on the ground
  
• Proactively identify, log, and mitigate project risks; ensure deployments meet strict cybersecurity, quality, and performance standards
  
• Act as the primary point of contact between client stakeholders (CISOs, GRC teams, Data Scientists) and internal Product & Engineering teams
  
• Keep clients informed of the product roadmap, updates, and new capabilities
  
• Deploy and configure the platform, mapping agent behaviors and audit trails to regulatory controls and cybersecurity policies
  
• Enforce security policies, observability, and compliance guardrails for AI agents within enterprise boundaries
  
• Integrate client data systems and APIs via MCPs while maintaining data privacy and access controls (RBAC)
  
• Design, build, and deploy custom deterministic Python workflows that run alongside AI models for reliable, secure, and auditable outcomes
  
• Identify gaps in AI auditability, compliance mapping, or MCP tooling during implementations and translate them into clear engineering requirements
  
• Define and track success metrics (e.g., compliance control coverage, anomaly detection rates, automated audit reporting)
  
• Present security outcomes and platform ROI to executive stakeholders, and identify opportunities to expand the platform's footprint
  

Requirements

• Advanced Python proficiency for writing robust, deterministic backend workflows and secure API integrations
  
• Hands‑on experience with LLMs, function calling/tool use, and agentic frameworks (e.g., LangChain, LlamaIndex, AutoGen, CrewAI)
  
• Understanding of Model Context Protocol (MCP) and secure connections between AI models and external data sources
  
• Familiarity with implementing controls for major frameworks such as NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, SOC 2, FedRAMP, CMMC, and PCI-DSS
  
• Experience with enterprise security concepts: access management (RBAC/ABAC), DLP, encryption, and audit logging
  
• Familiarity with cloud deployments (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization
  
• Proven experience leading large enterprise software or security deployments, including project planning, risk mitigation, and quality control
  
• Strong client‑facing communication skills, with a track record of working with technical teams, compliance officers, and executive leadership
  
• Ability to present the business value of AI security and compliance to non‑technical leaders
  
• Understanding of AI risk management guidelines such as NIST AI RMF and OWASP Top 10 for LLMs
  
• Previous experience in a Forward Deployed Engineer, Solutions Engineer, or technical implementation lead role
  
• Experience identifying upsell or account expansion opportunities through delivery
  
• Self‑motivated and able to maintain tight project governance in a flexible, part‑time, remote setup
  
• Excellent written and spoken English
  

The secret ingredients that make us special:

• Your growth is our growth. We invest in your future with paid training and other professional opportunities.
  
• We’re industry innovators. You’ll work with modern technologies and a team that values strong engineering and continuous improvement.
  
• Your location. Your schedule. Pick your time‑zone, choose your preferred hours, and work from where you feel most productive.
  
• Flexibility and freedom are in our DNA. As long as you have a stable internet connection and the drive to thrive, you can work from anywhere.
  
• A workload you can rely on. We ensure a consistent flow of engaging, challenging product work.
  
• Recognition and reward. We acknowledge diligence and strong performance with annual pay increases.
  

Down to business!

• Rate Range: Your starting rate is negotiable depending on your skills and experience.
  
• This is an hourly, independent contractor position. Compensation is based solely on hours worked. As an independent contractor role, this position does not include PTO.
  
• Compensation is paid monthly via wire transfer.
  

Our values:

Scopic offers equal opportunity. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, marital status, national origin, gender, veteran status, sexual orientation, age, or disability status.

Have the skills, the drive, and the passion to join the Scopic family?