Senior AI Application Threat Modeler
Today• Charlotte, NC
Dallas, TXMalvern, PA
Core Responsibilities:
- Lead AI Threat Modeling: Design and execute threat models for AI applications, including adversarial testing and model robustness evaluations.
- Assess AI Security Risks: Conduct security assessments and risk analyses for AI architectures, training data, and deployment environments.
- Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with engineering and data science teams to embed secure development practices into AI workflows.
- Drive Innovation: Stay ahead of emerging AI security trends and integrate best practices into Vanguard's security framework.
- Influence Strategy: Advise leadership on strategic security needs and recommend corrective measures for vulnerabilities.
- Ensure Compliance: Develop contingency plans for AI-related failures and ensure adherence to ethical and regulatory standards.
- Champion Security Standards: Define and maintain security requirements for AI systems, networks, and applications.
- Investigate & Respond: Lead investigations into complex security incidents and oversee mitigation strategies.
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What We're Looking For
- Experience: Minimum 8+ years in information security, application security, or related fields. AI security experience strongly preferred.
- Education: Undergraduate degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
- Certifications: CISSP, GSEC, GPEN, GWAPT, CEH, or similar credentials.
- Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of threat modeling, adversarial AI techniques, and secure software development practices.
- Leadership: Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive enterprise-wide security initiatives.
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Client-provided location(s): Charlotte, NC, Dallas, TX, Malvern, PA
Job ID: Vanguard-172723
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-11-26T20:33:45
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- FSA
- HSA
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- Pet Insurance
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Personal/Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Volunteer Time Off
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- Relocation Assistance
- Performance Bonus
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- 401(K)
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Internship Program
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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