Lead AI Security Architect

Lead AI Security Architect - Azure Open AI, AI Foundry Up to £800 per day (Inside IR35) London / Hybrid (1 day per week onsite) 6 months initially My client is looking for a Lead AI Security Architect to drive the secure adoption of AI technologies across a regulated enterprise. This is a highly technical role suited to someone from an engineering, cloud security or AI security background who understands how AI solutions are built, deployed and secured in practice. Governance knowledge is useful, but this is not a GRC or audit-focused position. Key Requirements Strong AI Security, Cloud Security or Security Architecture background. Hands-on experience securing LLMs, GenAI, RAG solutions and AI agents. Experience with Azure OpenAI, AI Foundry and ideally GCP Vertex AI. AI threat modelling, red teaming, prompt injection testing and security control design. Engineering-led mindset with a strong understanding of AI, machine learning and data platforms. Experience implementing AI security controls including AI gateways, prompt filtering and output sanitisation. Ability to engage senior stakeholders whilst remaining technically hands-on Nice to Have Healthcare, insurance, financial services or other regulated sector experience Exposure to data science or machine learning environments. Experience with Palo Alto AI Security or similar AI security tooling. Knowledge of NIST AI RMF, OWASP LLM Top 10 and ISO 42001 If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)