Lead AI Security Engineer

We are seeking a Lead AI Security Engineer to support the Security team's AI governance initiatives, focusing on evaluating AI capabilities, conducting security assessments, developing secure AI integrations, and supporting enterprise AI adoption. This role collaborates closely with a US Eastern Time-based Security team, with EMEA-based candidates welcome due to time-zone alignment. Responsibilities Evaluate and approve AI skills, agents, connectors, and MCP integrations against defined security and risk criteriaDesign and build custom MCP servers, connectors, and integrations for approved business use casesConduct security reviews of Claude Enterprise, Microsoft 365 Copilot, and related AI platform capabilitiesAssess connectors and integrations for data exposure, permissions, identity and security controls, auditability, and implementation risksHelp develop and maintain AI governance standards, review processes, and risk assessment frameworksProvide architecture recommendations and implementation guidance to ensure secure AI adoptionProvide guidance on cost optimization for consumption-based AI products Requirements 5+ years of experience in AI governance initiatives within enterprise environmentsExpertise in MCP (Model Context Protocol) implementations and integrationsKnowledge of Cloud Security, AI Security, and Cybersecurity practicesProven working experience collaborating with cross-functional security teams on AI adoption projectsEnglish proficiency at B2 level or higher Nice to have Background in Enterprise Security Architecture and AI Security Risk AssessmentFamiliarity with Claude Enterprise, Microsoft 365 Copilot, and Microsoft Copilot StudioSkills in API Development & Integrations, Identity & Access Management (IAM), and Data Security & ProtectionUnderstanding of Security Controls & Auditability, AI Connectors & Agents, and Risk Assessment FrameworksExpertise in Secure AI Architecture & Implementation Guidance, Custom MCP Server Development, and MCP Connectors & IntegrationsKnowledge of AI Governance Framework Development, Enterprise AI Platform Security Reviews, and AI Cost OptimizationFamiliarity with Consumption-Based AI Products, AI Adoption & Responsible AI, and AI Skills DevelopmentUnderstanding of Security Review Processes and Enterprise Integration Architecture We offer We gather like-minded people:Top tech minds driving innovation in AI, cloud and digital platform modernizationSupportive team and agile, startup-like cultureHybrid by design mode and opportunity to work remotely within PolandChance to work abroad for up to 60 days annuallyBusiness-driven relocation opportunitiesWe provide growth opportunities:Career development programsThought leadership, mentoring, soft skills and well-being programsCertification (Anthropic, Gemini, GCP, Azure, AWS)English classesWe cover it all:Stable payParticipation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 15% discountBenefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers)Referral bonuses up to $2,000Offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, coffee and moreCorporate, social and well-being eventsPlease, note:Benefits listed above are available to employees onlyWe are open for working with Contractors. Terms of B2B cooperation agreements are agreed individuallyWe will reach out to selected candidates exclusively EPAM is global leader in AI transformation engineering and integrated consulting, serving Forbes Global 2000 companies and ambitious startups. With over thirty years of expertise in custom software, product and platform engineering, we empower our clients to become AI-Native enterprises, driving measurable value from innovation and digital investments.