Principal AI Security Strategist - WFH

At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers.Join HCSC and be part of a purpose-driven company that will invest in your professional development.Job SummaryThis position is responsible for defining, advancing, and governing the enterprise AI Security strategy, architecture, and risk management program to enable the secure adoption and use of artificial intelligence technologies across the organization. The role will develop security standards, reference architectures, control frameworks, and governance practices that address current and emerging risks associated with generative AI, machine learning, autonomous agents, model development, and third-party AI services.Serving as the organization's senior AI security subject matter expert, this position partners closely with enterprise architecture, security engineering, data, legal, compliance, privacy, and business leaders to ensure AI solutions are developed, procured, and operated in a secure, compliant, and responsible manner. The role provides strategic guidance and architectural leadership to influence enterprise technology decisions and establish security requirements for AI platforms, models, and business use cases.NOTE: This is a WFH role. Sponsorship is not available including if you are currently on OPT.Required Job Qualifications: *Bachelor's Degree and 12 years of experience in information security, cybersecurity architecture, technology risk, or related disciplines, including expertise in AI security, cloud security, application security, data security, and emerging technology risk management.*Experience developing AI security strategies, governance frameworks, standards, risk assessments, and control requirements for enterprise AI and machine learning deployments.*Deep understanding of artificial intelligence, machine learning, generative AI, large language models (LLMs), autonomous agents, and AI platform security.*Experience designing security architectures, governance frameworks, and risk controls for AI platforms, machine learning environments, cloud services, data platforms, and enterprise applications.*Deep understanding of AI-specific security threats and controls, including prompt injection, model poisoning, model theft, excessive agency, insecure output handling, data leakage, and third-party AI risk management.*Understanding of enterprise risk management principles and processes, including the assessment and mitigation of risks associated with AI adoption and emerging technologies.*Understanding of enterprise technologies, operations, and architectural principles, including cloud services, data platforms, APIs, application development, and modern technology ecosystems supporting AI-enabled business capabilities.*Experience with requirements analysis and the development of use cases, security architectures, reference models, architectural principles, standards, and design patterns.*Experience developing AI governance standards, security review processes, security architecture requirements, and risk management frameworks supporting responsible and secure AI adoption.*Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, industry standards, and emerging regulatory requirements related to artificial intelligence, data protection, privacy, and healthcare.*Written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively present complex AI security, technology risk, and governance concepts to executive, business, legal, and technical audiences.Preferred Qualifications:*Master's Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related field.*Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, SABSA, or equivalent security architecture certifications.*Experience establishing or leading an enterprise AI Security program, AI governance function, or responsible AI initiative.*Experience with NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF), OWASP Top 10 for LLM Applications, AI governance frameworks, and secure AI development practices.*Experience evaluating and securing commercial AI platforms, AI-enabled applications, and third-party AI service providers.*Experience within a highly regulated industry such as healthcare, financial services, or critical infrastructure.*Recognized thought leadership in AI security through speaking engagements, publications, industry participation, standards development, or community contributions.#LI-BS1#LI-Remote#INCRAre you being referred to one of our roles? If so, ask your connection at HCSC about our Employee Referral process!Pay Transparency Statement:At Health Care Service Corporation, you will be part of an organization committed to offering meaningful benefits to our employees to support their life outside of work. From health and wellness benefits, 401(k) savings plan, pension plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, disability insurance, supplemental life insurance, employee assistance program, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, plus other incentives, we offer a robust total rewards package for employees. Learn more about our benefit offerings by visiting .The compensation offered will vary depending on your job-related skills, education, knowledge, and experience. This role aligns with an annual incentive bonus plan subject to the terms and the conditions of the plan.HCSC Employment Statement:We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.Base Pay Range$146,700.00 - $272,400.00Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.SummaryLocation: TX - Richardson; IL - ChicagoType: Full time