Sydney, Australia Remote (Country)

Canva is hiring a Staff Security Engineer- AI Security (remote across Australia)

About the Role

This role involves leading security initiatives for AI-powered features, ensuring robust protection of models, data, and infrastructure through proactive assessments and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Lead security architecture reviews for machine learning systems
  • Develop and enforce security standards for AI/ML pipelines
  • Conduct threat modeling for AI-driven features
  • Identify and mitigate risks in model training and inference processes
  • Collaborate with data scientists and engineers on secure implementations
  • Evaluate third-party AI tools for security compliance
  • Monitor for adversarial attacks and model exploitation
  • Implement safeguards for sensitive data used in AI systems
  • Drive secure deployment practices for AI models
  • Respond to security incidents involving AI components
  • Stay current with emerging AI security threats
  • Advocate for privacy-preserving techniques in model design
  • Perform code and configuration reviews for AI infrastructure
  • Integrate security testing into CI/CD for ML workflows
  • Assist in audits and compliance for AI systems
  • Educate teams on AI-specific security risks
  • Design detection mechanisms for model drift and anomalies
  • Support secure access controls for model endpoints
  • Evaluate model explainability and bias implications from a security standpoint
  • Contribute to incident response playbooks for AI-related breaches
  • Work with legal and policy teams on AI governance
  • Promote secure prompt engineering practices
  • Assess supply chain risks in pre-trained models
  • Ensure secure handling of user-generated content in AI training
  • Support red team exercises targeting AI systems

Nice to Have

  • Master's degree in a technical field
  • Certifications such as CISSP, OSCP, or CISM
  • Hands-on experience with large language models
  • Prior work in AI red teaming or purple teaming
  • Contributions to open-source AI security tools
  • Experience in fast-growing technology companies
  • Knowledge of differential privacy techniques
  • Familiarity with model watermarking and ownership detection
  • Background in academic or industrial AI research
  • Published work or speaking engagements in AI security

Benefits

  • Flexible work hours
  • Remote work support
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Wellness programs
  • Professional development budget
  • Learning and training resources
  • Generous leave policies
  • Employee assistance program
  • Inclusive workplace culture
  • Sustainability initiatives
  • Team events and gatherings
  • Parental leave support
  • Mental health resources
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Stock options or equity participation

Compensation

Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits

Work Arrangement

Remote across Australia

Team

Security team within a technology-driven product organization

Our Culture

  • We value transparency, inclusivity, and innovation in everything we do.
  • Team members are encouraged to take initiative and solve complex challenges.
  • We foster a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are welcomed.
  • Continuous improvement and learning are central to our approach.
  • We prioritize ethical considerations in product development.

Growth Opportunities

  • Engineers have access to mentorship and career development programs.
  • Opportunities to lead security projects across multiple domains.
  • Support for attending conferences and industry events.
  • Internal mobility across teams and functions.
  • Regular feedback and performance reviews to guide progression.

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Job Details
Department Security Group
Category security
Posted 2 months ago