Description

Company Overview:

When it comes to IT solution providers, there are a lot of choices. But when it comes to providers with innovative and differentiating end-to-end service offerings, there’s really only one: Zones – First Choice for IT. TM Zones is a Global Solution Provider of end-to-end IT solutions with an unmatched supply chain. Positioned to be the IT partner you need, Zones, a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in business for over 35 years, specializes in Digital Workplace, Cloud & Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed/Professional/Staffing services. Operating in more than 120 countries, leveraging a robust portfolio, and utilizing the highest certification levels from key partners, including Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, Adobe, and more, Zones has mastered the science of building digital infrastructures that change the way business does business ensuring whatever they need, they can Consider IT Done. Follow Zones, LLC on Twitter @Zones, and LinkedIn and Facebook.

Position Overview:

Term: 1-year contract Location: Hybrid role- Brooklyn, NY (3 days in office/2 days remote) Pay: up to $130/Hr Hours: Standard Business

We are seeking an AI Engineer to ensure the security and responsible use of AI applications by providing guidance at various stages of planning and implementing security design, processes, solutions, testing, and validation. The resource will have significant interaction with Cyber Command leadership including its engineering, architecture, and application security teams.

What you’ll do as the Senior AI Engineer : The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position, and the duties and responsibilities may change without notice. Design, implement, and execute test approaches to GenAI systems to identify security flaws, particularly those impacting confidentiality, integrity, or availability of information. Perform various types of tests such as functional testing, regression testing, performance testing, and usability testing to evaluate the behavior and performance of the AI algorithms and models. Create, implement, and execute test plans and strategies for evaluating AI systems, including defining test objectives, selecting suitable testing methods, and identifying test scenarios. Document test methods, results, and suggestions in clear and brief reports to stakeholders. Perform security assessments including creating updating and maintaining threat models and security integration of Gen AI platforms. Ensure that security design and controls are consistent with OTI's security architecture principles. Design security reference architectures and implement/configure security controls with an emphasis on GenAI technologies. Provide AI security architecture and design guidance as well as conduct full-stack architecture reviews of software for GenAI systems and platforms. Serve as a subject matter expert on information security for GenAI systems and applications in cloud/vendor and on-prem environments. Discuss AI/ML concepts proficiently with data science and ML teams to identify and develop solutions for security issues. Collaborate with engineering teams to perform advanced security analysis on complex GenAI systems, identifying gaps and contributing to design solutions and security requirements

What you will bring to the team:   Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical or computer engineering, statistics, econometrics, or related field, or equivalent work experience 12+ years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity or information security. 4+ years of programming experience demonstrated advanced skills with Python and the standard ML stack (TensorFlow/Torch, NumPy, Pandas, etc.) 4+ years of experience with Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Large Language Models (LLM) desired 4+ years of experience working in cloud environment (Azure, AWS, GCP) Demonstrated proficiency with AI/ML fundamental concepts and technologies including ML, deep learning, NLP, and computer vision. Demonstrated ability (expertise preferred) in attacking GenAI products and platforms. Demonstrated recent experience with large language models. Demonstrated experience with using AI testing frameworks and tools such as TensorFlow or PyTorch, or Keras Demonstrated ability to write test scripts, automate test cases, and analyze test results using programming languages and testing frameworks listed above. Demonstrated ability to Identify and document defects, irregularities or inconsistencies in AI systems and working closely with developers to rectify and resolve them. Ability to work independently to learn new technologies, methods, processes, frameworks/platforms, and systems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills to articulate challenging technical concepts to both lay and expert audiences. Ability to stay updated on the latest developments, trends, and best practices in both software testing and artificial intelligence.

Zones offers a comprehensive Benefits package

While we’re committed to providing top-tier solutions, we’re just as committed to supporting our own team. As a valued team member, you will be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical coverage, as well as state-mandated sick leave, along with other benefits designed to support your well-being and work-life balance. And as a Minority Business Enterprise, a Corporate Plus member of the Northwest Minority Supplier Development Council, and an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, our community is just as diverse.

At Zones, work is more than a job –with exciting careers with a global team who are client centric, have a passion for tech, who embrace change and lifelong learning in a collaborative culture. If you’re interested in working on the cutting edge of IT innovation, sales, engineering, operations, administration, and more, Zones is the place for you!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability.

Zones participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a system that compares information from a team member’s Form I-9 to federal records to confirm their eligibility to work in the United States.