Application Security Engineer

Title: Senior Application Security EngineerLocation: 100% Remote Anywhere in USType: ContractDuration: 6 monthsStart: ASAPRate: 75-85, W2 or C2C (US Citizen or Green Card only)Job Description: We are seeking an experienced AI Security Engineer / AI Security Architect to lead the design, implementation, and governance of security controls for AI and machine learning technologies across the enterprise. This role will partner with Information Security, Engineering, IT, and customer-facing teams to ensure AI solutions are developed, deployed, and operated securely while aligning with emerging industry standards and regulatory requirements.Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Security, or a related field or equivalent hands-on experience.Minimum 8 years of experience in security engineering, information security, or related technical disciplines, with a demonstrated focus on securing AI/ML systems.Proven experience defining and executing enterprise security strategies.Experience and deep technical knowledge of how AI/ML technologies work.Deep familiarity with AI security frameworks (e.g., NIST AI RMF, MITRE ATLAS, OWASP).Experience securing organizational tool stacks including cloud-based, hybrid or on-prem solutions.Deep knowledge of AI related threats, risks and mitigation strategies.Strong foundation in core security principles—threat modeling, secure design, and identity and access control—applied to AI/ML systems and the infrastructure that supports them.Hands-on experience securing AI/ML systems, including practical AI red teaming.