Senior AI Security Engineer (LLM & Cloud Security) - SVP

Embark on a Cutting-Edge AI Security Journey at Citi

Are you a visionary security engineer passionate about the frontier of AI and its secure integration into global platforms? Citi's Application, Platform, and Engineering team, operating under the Chief Technology Office, is seeking exceptional talent to define the future of technology strategy for the entire bank. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a dynamic, start-up-like environment within a global powerhouse, shaping the direction of technological innovation and impact.

This role offers a unique chance to work with the latest technologies, including generative AI, cloud-native solutions, and modern application stacks. If you're driven by complex challenges, thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented culture, and are eager to innovate at planetary scale, this opportunity is tailor-made for you.

Key Advantages for Your Career Path:

• Shape the Future of AI Security: You will be at the forefront of securing generative AI applications, identifying and mitigating novel vulnerabilities such as prompt injection attacks and LLM-specific threats. This is a chance to leave your mark on how AI is deployed safely and ethically at an enterprise level.
• Build from the Ground Up: Join a team that engineers cutting-edge products and platforms with security embedded from day one. You'll have the opportunity to build secure AI products from 0-1, turning ambiguous concepts into robust, business-facing solutions.
• Continuous Learning and Skill Development: Citi fosters a culture of relentless learning. You'll continuously expand your expertise in AI security, LLM attacks, and secure coding practices. The fast-paced nature of the team means daily challenges that accelerate your professional growth.
• Impactful Work at Scale: Contribute to defining the tech and engineering strategy for a global financial institution. Your work will directly influence how Citi leverages advanced technologies to serve millions worldwide.
• Collaborative and Agile Environment: Embrace a culture that values synergy, including pair programming, and prioritizes lean processes over bureaucracy. You'll be encouraged to be a game-changer, stepping beyond defined roles to drive maximum impact.
• Comprehensive Benefits and Work-Life Balance: In addition to a competitive salary and annual review, Citi offers a generous benefits package including:
  • 27 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays)
  • A discretionary annual performance-related bonus
  • Private Medical Care & Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Pension Plan
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Special employee discounts
• Hybrid Working Model: Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work environment, with up to 2 days working from home per week.

Key Considerations for Potential Candidates:

• Deep AI Security Expertise is Crucial: Candidates are strongly encouraged to highlight any specific AI engineering projects, particularly those utilizing LLMs, showcasing complex architectures or systematic evaluations of LLM behavior. A demonstrated passion for learning about AI security and shaping Citi's secure AI future is essential.
• Proven Production System Experience: A solid track record in architecting and building secure, large-scale production applications and platforms is vital.
• Hands-On Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing: Experience in vulnerability research, attack simulation, and thinking like an attacker is a core requirement for ensuring product resilience.
• Proficiency in Modern Security Engineering: Expertise in languages like Go, Python, and JavaScript for building security tools and secure production systems is expected.
• Mastery of Security Tools and Platforms: Experience with tools like HashiCorp Vault, enterprise authentication and authorization systems (OAuth, JWT, RBAC), API security, and cloud-native security in Kubernetes environments will be highly beneficial.
• Embrace the "Shift Left" Mentality: You should be comfortable embedding security practices early and continuously throughout rapid development cycles, maintaining both velocity and security posture.
• Product-Focused Security Approach: Citi believes in building security solutions that are robust, scalable, and developer-friendly. A product-minded approach to security is highly valued.

This role represents a remarkable opportunity to be at the forefront of technological innovation within a leading global financial institution. If you are a driven security professional eager to make a significant impact and grow your career in the exciting world of AI security, we encourage you to explore this unique venture.