AI Security Architect - Remote

Genesis10 is currently seeking an AI Security Architect for a Remote position with a Global Financial Institution located in Charlotte, NC. This is a 5 month contract opportunity. The AI Security Architect will support the AI Security transformation program, providing hands-on leadership across AI security architecture, prompt and data protection, shadow AI discovery, model security, monitoring, and governance. This role will work with global security, engineering, risk, legal, and business technology teams to move security initiatives from analysis through to implementation and adoption. Responsibilities: Lead security initiatives for LLM-powered applications, copilots, agentic systems, and AI-assisted workflows Design and implement controls to reduce the risks of prompt injection, sensitive information disclosure, improper output handling, and model supply chain risk Partner with engineering teams to embed secure-by-design patterns into AI application development, deployment, and operations Create guardrails for AI systems that process customer, employee, and regulated financial data Architect and implement AI gateway controls that centralize security policy enforcement for model traffic, including prompt inspection, response filtering, and PII redaction Handle model access control, rate limiting/abuse prevention, audit logging, and evidence generation Requirements: 5-7 years of professional experience in a related field This is a hands-on role requiring direct technical implementation Proficiency in at least one modern scripting or programming language (e.g., Python, Go, or Node.js) for automation, tooling, and integrations Pay range up to: $72.43 per hour Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply! Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals. For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10: Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20 years. The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years. Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.) Behavioral Health Platform Medical, Dental, Vision Health Savings Account Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident) Voluntary Term Life Insurance 401K Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities) Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois) For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website. Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.