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Security engineer, detection and response

AI/AGI platform company focused on developing and securing artificial intelligence systems
Security
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
8+ years of experience
AI · Cybersecurity

Job Description

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 involves designing advanced threat detection systems, automating security responses, and leading investigations into AI-related security incidents. You'll work at the intersection of AI security and operations, partnering with various teams to protect intellectual property and ensure system integrity. Key responsibilities include implementing detections for AI-specific threats like prompt injection and model extraction, building automated response playbooks, and coordinating cross-team incident investigations.

The ideal candidate should have deep expertise in AI/ML attack vectors, experience with GPU cluster security, and strong programming skills in Python or similar languages. They should understand distributed systems security and have proven experience in stopping sophisticated attacks. The role offers comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, parental leave, stock options, and various stipends for professional development and wellness.

This position represents a unique opportunity to shape the security posture of a cutting-edge AI company while working with advanced technologies and defending against emerging threats in the AI security landscape. The role is based in New York City with a hybrid work arrangement, offering both flexibility and in-person collaboration opportunities.

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Responsibilities For Security engineer, detection and response

  • Engineer advanced threat detection for AI/ML-specific threats
  • Automate security responses and build playbooks
  • Lead AI incident response and coordinate cross-team investigations
  • Hunt for AI-specific threats across GPU clusters and systems
  • Enhance visibility & telemetry through logging and monitoring
  • Collaborate across domains with AI Security, Cloud/Infrastructure, and Security Engineering teams

Requirements For Security engineer, detection and response

Python
  • 8+ years in security operations, detection engineering, or incident response
  • 3+ years securing AI/ML infrastructure or high-performance computing environments
  • Proven ability to detect and stop sophisticated attacks
  • Experience with distributed systems, GPU cluster security, and cloud-native monitoring
  • Proficiency with SIEM platforms and detection technologies
  • Strong programming skills in Python, KQL, SPL, or similar
  • Deep understanding of AI/ML attack vectors
  • Experience securing training pipelines, model deployments, and sensitive research environments
  • Knowledge of GPU computing security challenges
  • Hands-on forensics experience in distributed or cloud-based systems

Benefits For Security engineer, detection and response

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
401k
Education Budget
  • Generous PTO, plus company holidays
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage for family
  • Paid parental leave for all parents (12 weeks)
  • Fertility and family planning support
  • Early-detection cancer testing
  • Flexible spending account and dependent FSA options
  • Health savings account with company contribution
  • Annual work-life stipends for home office, wellness, and learning
  • Company-wide off-sites and team off-sites
  • Competitive compensation, company stock options and 401k