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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Security AI Consultant / CISO AI Advisory / AI Cyber Tech Lead - **Company:** Insight - **Location:** Sheffield, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £87,633.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Data Governance, Data Security, Identity and Access Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Network Security, Sherwood Applied Business Security Architecture, Security Information and Event Management, Software Engineering, Software Vulnerability Management, Cloud Platform System, Information Technology, Security Orchestration, Automation & Response - **Published:** July 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5808320999 ## About the Role Minimum 8 years' experience in cybersecurity architecture, technical engineering, and platform security in large organizations (banking preferred). - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent; relevant professional certifications required (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, SABSA, AWS/Azure Security). - Deep knowledge of security frameworks, secure software development, and technical expertise in network security, identity management, cryptography, and automation. - Experience in leading technical teams, cross-functional projects, and willingness to travel as required. - Desirable: Experience defining AI governance/Responsible AI frameworks, familiarity with SIEM/SOAR, EDR, cloud security, data governance, and adversarial ML/AI security risks. ## Description Drive the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of cybersecurity architecture and engineering, with a focus on AI security. - Provide deep technical leadership to ensure robust protection of information assets while enabling business innovation. - Embed with technology teams to deliver real-time cyber advice and guidance, especially regarding AI (including GenAI). - Advise CISO leadership and senior stakeholders on secure and effective adoption of AI across cybersecurity functions. - Shape strategy, governance, and operating models for AI security, aligning with regulatory, privacy, and control requirements. - Lead development and maintenance of secure architecture frameworks (cloud, on-premises, hybrid), ensuring compliance with industry standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001). - Oversee engineering and integration of security controls (identity & access, network, endpoint, data security) and promote secure-by-design principles. - Drive security for critical technology platforms by collaborating with platform owners and engineering teams throughout the entire lifecycle. - Provide technical oversight for incident response, threat detection, and vulnerability management; lead root cause analysis and remediation for complex incidents. - Act as a trusted advisor, translating technical risks into actionable business recommendations and presenting to both technical and non-technical audiences. - Evaluate emerging technologies and threats, recommending enhancements to security architecture and engineering practices. - Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning within the security team; mentor and develop a high-performing team of security architects and engineers. - Contribute to CISO advisory, strategy, governance, risk management, Responsible AI, secure GenAI enablement, operating model evolution, and change management. - Engage and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, constructively challenge decisions, and drive outcomes. ## Related Videos - [Building Sovereign AI: Lessons from Deploying Secure RAG Systems using Confidential Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100108-building-sovereign-ai-lessons-from-deploying-secure-rag-systems-using-confidential-computing) - [Crypto-secure Data Management with In-Database Blockchain](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/632-crypto-secure-data-management-with-in-database-blockchain) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Developer Tools for Microsoft Azure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/450-developer-tools-for-microsoft-azure) - [How to govern Vibe Coding for the Enterprise](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100290-how-to-govern-vibe-coding-for-the-enterprise) - [AI for Enterprise Developers - Dr. Damir Dobric](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1831-ai-for-enterprise-developers-dr-damir-dobric) ## Related Articles - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [Got AI ideas but no money? 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