Senior Security Engineer, Google Threat Intelligence Group

Google Google · Big Tech · MD

This role focuses on understanding and communicating threats and vulnerabilities related to AI/ML systems within a cybersecurity context. The Senior Security Engineer will act as a lead onsite Mandiant authority for a client focused on AI technologies, translating technical data into strategic intelligence to counter AI-driven cyber risks. Responsibilities include producing threat intelligence reports, fostering collaboration, and developing best practices for integrating AI-driven detection into the SDLC. The role requires experience with security assessments, network security, and applying Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) methodologies, with a strong understanding of AI/ML concepts being preferred.

What you'd actually do

  1. Identify, understand, and communicate critical threats and vulnerabilities unique to AI/ML systems, advocating for improved intelligence sharing across client and Google stakeholders.
  2. Produce tailored cyber threat intelligence reporting, including predictive analysis of future AI-enabled threat scenarios and assessments of adversary AI use in the wild.
  3. Communicate complex technical findings regarding AI security threats, vulnerabilities, and incident response insights effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  4. Foster cross-functional collaboration with data scientists, engineers, analysts, and third-party partners to address complex AI security challenges using industry best practices.
  5. Develop training materials and conduct knowledge transfer, including vulnerability detection workshops and train-the-trainer sessions for client personnel.

Skills

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5 years of experience with security assessments or security design reviews or threat modeling.
  • 5 years of experience with security engineering, computer and network security and security protocols.
  • 1 year of experience leading technical teams or leading technical risk analysis.
  • Experience applying Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) methodologies to support monitoring, detection, and response capabilities within cyber security organizations.
  • Possess an active TS/SCI security clearance with a full-scope polygraph.

Nice to have

  • Experience in one or more of the following areas: malware reverse engineering, network forensics, threat hunting, or cloud security incident response.
  • Understanding of AI/ML concepts (large language models (LLMs), predictive modeling, data pipelines) with the ability to discuss them fluently with both engineers and non-technical staff.

What the JD emphasized

  • AI/ML systems
  • AI security threats
  • AI-driven cyber risks
  • adversary AI use