AI Security Analyst - Data Protection & SaaS Controls
About the RoleWe are seeking an AI Security Analyst responsible for securing enterprise AI platforms and SaaS applications, with a strong focus on preventing data leakage and enforcing security guardrails. The role owns the implementation, operation, and effectiveness of controls governing how AI tools interact with sensitive data across the organization.
The ideal candidate brings hands‑on experience in DLP, SaaS security, and cloud environments, and can translate AI‑related risks into practical, enforceable security controls.
What You’ll DoOwn and implement data protection controls for AI platforms and SaaS applications
Design and enforce DLP policies across AI prompts, outputs, file uploads, and APIs
Identify and mitigate AI‑specific risks including prompt injection, data exfiltration, and shadow AI usage
Build and operationalize guardrails such as data masking, prompt filtering, and response inspection
Analyze and map data flows across AI tools to identify control points and enforce protections
Secure integrations between AI tools and enterprise systems (APIs, plugins, third‑party apps)
Monitor AI usage and integrate signals into SIEM, DLP, and CASB platforms
Investigate and respond to AI‑related security incidents and data leakage events
Partner with engineering to embed security controls into AI pipelines and workflows
Support AI governance by enforcing policies and enabling secure AI adoption
What We’re Looking For3–6+ years of experience in cybersecurity (DLP, SaaS, or cloud security)
Hands‑on experience implementing DLP controls across endpoints, SaaS, or network layers
Experience securing SaaS platforms and managing identity/access risks (SSO, OAuth, APIs)
Strong understanding of data classification and data flow analysis
Familiarity with AI/LLM tools and associated security risks
Experience with security tools such as SIEM, CASB, DLP, or API security platforms
Security certification (or willingness to obtain within 6 months)
Preferred QualificationsExperience building AI‑specific security controls (prompt filtering, output inspection)
Familiarity with AI security frameworks (NIST AI RMF, OWASP LLM Top 10)
Experience integrating security controls into engineering workflows
Scripting or automation skills (Python, APIs)
What Success Looks LikeStrong control coverage across enterprise AI tools
Measurable reduction in data leakage incidents via AI platforms
Effective monitoring and response to AI‑related threats
Scalable and repeatable AI security guardrails implemented
Operational ExpectationsParticipate in a structured on‑call rotation
Provide after‑hours and weekend support for security incidents
Respond to AI‑related alerts and data leakage events
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams during incident response
CompensationThe base salary for this role can range from $45,000 to $100,000 based on a full‑time work schedule. All new hires must work onsite at one of our offices during their first week of employment.#J-18808-Ljbffr