AI Security Architect

Define reference architectures and technical standards for secure AI/ML adoption (data governance, model lifecycle security, LLM/agentic AI security, network and identity boundaries). Lead security architecture reviews for new AI initiatives, products, and vendor tools, identifying risks and required controls prior to launch. Design enterprise patterns for AI guardrails, output validation, human-in-the-loop controls, and least-privilege access for AI agents and services. Partner with enterprise architecture, data platform, and infrastructure teams to ensure AI security controls are embedded consistently across on-prem, cloud, and SaaS AI deployments. Evaluate emerging AI security threats and technologies, advising leadership on architectural implications and roadmap priorities. Mentor the AI Engineer team on secure design practices; provide technical governance over implementation to ensure alignment with architecture standards. Contribute to AI governance policy, risk frameworks, and control mapping (NIST AI RMF, ISO/IEC 42001, OWASP LLM Top 10) from a technical architecture perspective.

8+ years in security architecture or enterprise architecture roles, including recent experience architecting controls for AI/ML or data platforms. Deep understanding of AI/ML system design (data pipelines, model training/serving, MLOps) and associated security and privacy risks. Strong grasp of cloud security architecture (Azure and/or AWS/Google Cloud Platform), identity and access management, network segmentation, and zero-trust principles. Familiarity with AI governance and security frameworks: NIST AI RMF, ISO/IEC 42001, OWASP Top 10 for LLM Applications, and applicable data privacy regulation. Demonstrated ability to communicate architecture decisions to both engineering teams and executive stakeholders. Additional Skills & Qualifications Architecture certifications (SABSA, TOGAF) and/or security certifications (CISSP, CCSP). Experience building AI/ML platforms or securing generative AI/agentic AI deployments at enterprise scale. Retail or large consumer-brand enterprise experience., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

We’re partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That’s the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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