AI Security Tester (Application Security)

Job description

Job#: 2088785

Job Description:

Position: AI Security Tester (Application Security)

Client: Large banking organization

Duration: 6+ Months; Strong potential to extend up to 18 months and/or full time conversion

Location: Remote

Rate: $90 - $105/hour on Apexs W2

Overview:

Adversarial Testing:

·Design and execute controlled adversarial attacks (prompt injection, input/output evaluation, data exfiltration, misinformation generation)

·Evaluate GenAI models against known and emerging AI-specific attack vectors.

·Develop reusable test repositories, scripts, and automation to continuously challenge models.

·Partner with developers to recommend remediation strategies for discovered vulnerabilities.

Threat Monitoring & Intelligence:

·Continuously monitor the external threat landscape for new GenAI-related attack methods (, malicious prompt engineering, fine-tuned model abuse).

·Correlate findings with internal AI deployments to identify potential exposure points.

·Complete assessment of existing technical controls and identify enhancements.

·Build relationships with threat intelligence providers, industry groups, and government regulators to stay ahead of adversarial AI trends.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

·Partner with Cybersecurity, SOC, and DevSecOps teams to integrate adversarial testing into the broader enterprise security framework.

·Collaborate with AI/ML engineering teams to embed adversarial resilience into the development lifecycle (“shift-left” AI security).

·Provide training and awareness sessions for business units leveraging GenAI.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation:

·Develop custom adversarial testing frameworks tailored to the organization’s specific use cases.

·Evaluate and recommend security tools and platforms for AI model monitoring, testing, and threat detection.

·Contribute to enterprise AI security strategy by bringing forward new practices, frameworks, and technologies.

Must-Have Requirements:

·5+ years of experience

·Hands-on adversarial testing of GenAI systems (prompt injection/jailbreaks, input–output evals, data-exfil testing) with actionable remediation

·Cybersecurity red-team / penetration testing background and strong Python/scripting for automation and test harnesses

·ML/GenAI fundamentals (LLMs, embeddings, diffusion models) and adversarial ML techniques (model extraction, poisoning, prompt injection).

·Familiarity with AI security frameworks: NIST AI RMF or MITRE ATLAS or OWASP Top 10 for LLMs

·Experience with AI/MLOps platforms & integration frameworks (Azure AI or AWS SageMaker; OpenAI API/Hugging Face; LangChain or equivalent) in an enterprise setting

Nice-to-Haves:

·Exposure to governance/risk for AI (model risk, policy alignment)

·SIEM/SOAR & threat-intel integration and monitoring

·Experience with building reusable adversarial test repos, scripts, and automation

Apex Benefits Overview

Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.

We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a retirement plan (401k or local country equivalent) program.

Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.

In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.

Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.

You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer.

We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe.

When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.

We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.

Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.

In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.

Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.

You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Required Skill Profession

Computer Occupations