Security engineer, detection and response

WRITER is seeking a Detection and Response Engineer to protect their AI/AGI platforms, training data, and deployed models against sophisticated threats. This role combines hands-on security engineering with strategic threat detection, focusing on defending AI infrastructure from GPU clusters to model inference endpoints. The position requires 8+ years of security operations experience and 3+ years in AI/ML infrastructure security.

The role serves as the operational core of WRITER's AI security posture, working across security, infrastructure, and research teams to detect attacks, manage incident response, and protect intellectual property. Key responsibilities include engineering advanced threat detection systems, automating security responses, leading AI incident response, and proactive threat hunting.

The ideal candidate should have deep expertise in AI/ML attack vectors, experience with distributed systems security, and strong programming skills in Python or similar languages. They should have a proven track record of detecting and stopping sophisticated attacks, particularly in AI/ML environments.

Benefits include comprehensive healthcare coverage, generous PTO, parental leave, various stipends for professional development and wellness, and competitive compensation including equity. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of AI security and advanced threat detection, making it perfect for security professionals passionate about protecting cutting-edge AI systems.