Associate AI Security Researcher
Software Engineering Institute | Carnegie Mellon UniversityPittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Posted January 20, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
At the SEI, we research complex software engineering, cybersecurity, and AI engineering problems; create and test innovative technologies; and transition maturing solutions into practice. We have been working with the Department of Defense, government agencies, and private industry since 1984 to help meet mission goals and gain strategic advantage.
Job Description
Are you a cybersecurity and/or AI researcher who enjoys a challenge? The CERT Division of the Software Engineering Institute (SEI) is seeking applicants for the AI Security Researcher role to pioneer new research areas that will impact academia, industry, and national security.
Requirements
- BS in machine learning, cybersecurity, statistics, or related discipline with three (3) years of experience
- MS in the same fields with one (1) year of experience
- Practical experience with applying cybersecurity knowledge toward vulnerability research, analysis, disclosure, or mitigation
- Familiarity with implementing and applying AI/ML techniques to solving practical problems
- Familiarity with common AI/ML software packages and tools
- Knowledge or familiarity with reverse engineering tools
- Experience with Python, C/C++, or low-level programming
- Experience developing frameworks, methodologies, or assessments to evaluate effectiveness and robustness of technologies
- Superb communication skills (oral and written)
Benefits
- 8% monthly contribution for retirement
- Tuition benefits to CMU and other institutions for employees and their dependent children
- Healthy work/life balance with flexible work arrangements and paid parental and military leave
- Annual professional development opportunities
- Relocation assistance