AI Security Specialist

Company: Deel

Company Description Deel is a global platform that unifies payroll, HR, benefits, mobility, performance, and device management across more than 150 countries. Built on proprietary infrastructure and powered by AI, Deel enables organizations to scale efficiently while maintaining strong compliance with local regulations. The company is supported by thousands of local experts and trusted by over 40,000 customers worldwide. Deel focuses on creating a global brand that people enjoy working with and for, offering modern tools to support distributed teams. Applicants can learn more about Deel’s products, culture, and growth at deel.com.
Role Description The AI Security Specialist will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining security controls that protect AI systems and data across Deel’s global platform. In this full-time remote role, the specialist will monitor AI-related security events, investigate incidents, and work closely with engineering and data teams to remediate vulnerabilities. Day-to-day tasks include performing risk assessments on AI models and pipelines, developing secure coding and deployment guidelines, and ensuring compliance with relevant security and privacy standards. The role also involves creating documentation, educating internal teams on AI security best practices, and contributing to the continuous improvement of security tooling and processes.
Qualifications
* Experience with cybersecurity fundamentals, including threat modeling, vulnerability assessment, and incident response.
* Knowledge of AI/ML systems, model lifecycle, data pipelines, and common AI security risks (e.g., model poisoning, prompt injection, data leakage).
* Familiarity with cloud security practices and infrastructure security in major cloud environments (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).
* Understanding of secure software development practices, including code review, security testing, and CI/CD integration.
* Ability to interpret and apply security and privacy regulations, standards, and frameworks relevant to global operations.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical issues to non-technical partners.
* Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams such as engineering, data science, compliance, and product.
* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
* Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, or cloud security certifications) are a plus.
* Prior experience in a remote, distributed work environment and comfort working across time zones.

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