AI Security Architect

AI Security Architect, London/Hybrid, 6 months, £700-£750/day (INSIDE IR35) My client, a leading digital consultancy are currently looking to bring on an AI Security Architect to join a large financial services end client of theirs on an initial 6 month contract. This is an urgent role and will move quickly for the successful candidate. Must haves: * Proven experience analysing AI/ML systems and architectures from a security lens using established frameworks like OWASP Top 10 for LLMs, NIST AI RMF, or MITRE ATLAS. * Demonstrated expertise in auditing, security-vetting, and assessing the risk profiles of external AI vendors and third-party AI APIs. * Solid track record of proposing, designing, and architecting robust security guardrails to mitigate risks like prompt injection, data exfiltration, and model poisoning. * Deep understanding of modern API security controls, authentication protocols (OAuth, IAM), and secure data-in-transit practices specifically for AI workloads. * At least 5+ years of experience in core security architecture, threat modeling, and secure system design within an enterprise environment. * Experience translating complex AI security risks into actionable business strategies and collaborating with engineering, legal, and compliance teams. Preferred: * Direct, practical experience implementing and configuring AI guardrail frameworks such as NeMo Guardrails, Llama Guard, or cloud-native security proxies. * Hands-on experience securing and configuring AI tooling within Google Cloud Platform, including Vertex AI and Gemini API integrations. * Practical knowledge of securing Azure OpenAI Service, Microsoft Copilot Studio, and managing associated Azure IAM and data governance controls. * Familiarity with Anthropic’s developer platform, Claude models, and implementing enterprise-grade security controls for Anthropic API deployments. * Familiarity with emerging global AI regulations and standards, such as the EU AI Act or ISO/IEC 42001, to ensure architectural compliance.