Senior AI Security Software Engineer

Carnegie Mellon University

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Pittsburgh, PA · Arlington, VA Posted 10 days ago
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TL;DR

The Senior AI Security Software Engineer role at the CERT Division of the Software Engineering Institute involves collaborating with researchers and stakeholders to develop machine learning-based prototypes, tools, and systems for AI security applications. Day-to-day responsibilities include processing large cybersecurity datasets, applying software engineering best practices, and supporting adversarial machine learning initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in computer science or related fields, experience with containerization and microservices architectures, and familiarity with applied machine learning domains such as natural language processing and computer vision. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI security research and development projects that influence national cybersecurity strategy, alongside elite professionals in a dynamic environment.

Skills

Python Java C++ Kubernetes Docker CI/CD PostgreSQL MongoDB AWS Azure Git Jupyter Notebook Scikit-learn Pandas Numpy Cybersecurity best practices Data visualization tools

What you'll do

  • Develop machine learning–based prototypes and tools for AI security applications.
  • Design and execute experimental AI security solutions with researchers and stakeholders.
  • Process and analyze large cybersecurity datasets to inform AI security strategies.
  • Support AI red teaming initiatives, applying innovative adversarial techniques.
  • Translate research concepts into practical operational capabilities independently.

What we're looking for

  • BS in computer science or related field with 10 years of experience; MS with 8 years; PhD with 5 years
  • Strong expertise in machine learning development and deployment for AI security applications
  • Experience applying statistical modeling and advanced data analytics techniques to cybersecurity datasets
  • Understanding of software engineering principles, system design, containerization, and microservices architectures
  • Background in developing AI/ML solutions in real-world settings, including adversarial machine learning initiatives

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This listing doesn't show a salary. Similar roles on FindRole typically pay $154,700–$241,500.

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$154,700–$241,500

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$161,437–$243,257

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About Carnegie Mellon University

Carnegie Mellon University is a leading private research university in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, internationally recognized for programs in computer science, engineering, business, the arts, and artificial intelligence. Industry: Higher Education & Research

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