Ai Cyber Defense Analyst

Summary

Join NBCUniversal as an AI Cyber Defense Analyst and contribute to the security of our AI systems. You will be responsible for developing and monitoring AI-related detections and alerts, working with the incident response team, and acting as the AI security subject matter expert. This fully remote position requires 3+ years of cybersecurity experience with a strong focus on threat hunting, incident response, or security engineering, along with a solid understanding of AI/ML concepts and security tools. You will investigate suspicious AI-related events, develop AI/ML-based detection models, and identify gaps in AI security controls. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401k, paid leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a strong focus on threat hunting, incident response, or security engineering
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts, including machine learning algorithms, deep learning, and natural language processing
• Experience with AI/ML security tools and techniques, such as model poisoning detection, adversarial robustness testing, and explainable AI
• Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) systems, security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) platforms, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and creatively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) and data analysis tools
• Knowledge of cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and cloud security best practices
• Experience with incident response methodologies and best practices
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and standards, such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework and ISO 27001

Responsibilities

• Maintain and analyze threat intelligence feeds to identify emerging AI/ML threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques
• Proactively search for malicious activity within AI systems and their supporting infrastructure
• Conduct in-depth investigations into suspicious AI-related events
• Monitor AI/ML models for anomalies, drift, and unexpected behavior
• Develop and implement AI/ML-based detection models to identify sophisticated attacks
• Continuously monitor AI systems and their supporting infrastructure for security threats, misuse, and abuse
• Respond to AI-related security incidents in a timely and effective manner
• Collaborate with the incident response team to investigate and contain security breaches
• Act as the subject matter expert for AI security during incident response activities
• Identify gaps in AI security controls and recommend improvements
• Document and share best practices for securing AI systems
• Develop use cases for AI/ML in cybersecurity, such as threat hunting and incident response
• Establish and maintain baselines for AI system behavior; identify and investigate any deviations from established baselines
• Identify and address potential security concerns related to the development, deployment, and operation of AI systems
• Provide guidance and recommendations to developers and other stakeholders on how to secure AI systems

Preferred Qualifications

Fully Remote: This position has been designated as fully remote, meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non-NBCUniversal worksite, most commonly an employee’s residence

Benefits

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks