Senior Specialist Cyber Security Enterprise Architect (m/f/d)

ABOUT US

At BASF Digital Hub Madrid we develop innovative digital solutions for BASF, create new exciting customer experiences and business growth, and drive efficiencies in processes, helping to strengthen BASF´s position as the digital leader in the chemical industry. We believe the right path is through creativity, trial and error and great people working and learning together. Become part of our team and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As an AI Security Architect, you will play a crucial role in developing and securing AI-powered solutions within BASF by designing robust architectures, mitigating security threats, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. You will collaborate with cybersecurity and AI/ML experts to build secure AI systems, automate security processes, and conduct risk assessments. Your work will help protect AI applications from adversarial attacks, data breaches, and emerging security threats.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide technical leadership to cross-functional teams, ensuring security is a core focus in AI/ML development
• Collaborate with cyber security experts to design and deploy secure AI models
• Analyze AI security risks and recommend mitigation strategies
• Conduct threat modeling, risk assessments, and adversarial testing on AI/ML applications
• Prototype AI and GenAI-based security tools to enhance detection and response capabilities
• Design and maintain secure APIs for AI model integration
• Conduct security training and knowledge-sharing sessions for development teams within BASF
• Influence security processes, priorities, and strategies to improve AI security across the organization
• Lead projects or teams in solving complex AI security challenges
• Stakeholder management: You can communicate complex technological concepts in a simple and convincing manner. You will be able to convey technical details effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• You meet budget targets taking into account market developments as well as current competitive technologies.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree (or equivalent experience) in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Business Informatics, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in AI/ML security, software security engineering, or cybersecurity
• Proficiency in Python (required) and at least one additional language (Java, C/C++)
• Strong understanding of secure software development practices, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Machine Learning Operationalization (MLOps)
• Experience with adversarial ML threats, model robustness, and AI security frameworks
• Familiarity with agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud security best practices
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred) for AI model deployment
• Proficiency in Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Fast comprehension, strong conceptual and analytical skills and a sense for situational solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (fluent in English) and high level of personal integrity.

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience with Large Language Model (LLM) Security, including prompt injection defense, model auditing, and fine-tuning security
• Knowledge of confidential computing, secure enclaves, and homomorphic encryption for AI models
• Familiarity with AI security regulations and frameworks, such as ISO/IEC 42001, NIST AI RMF, or EU AI Act
• Experience with graph databases and vector search optimization in cybersecurity applications
• Understanding of Explainable AI (XAI) and bias mitigation techniques

BENEFITS

• A secure work environment because your health, safety and wellbeing is always our top priority.
• Flexible work schedule and Home-office options, so that you can balance your working life and private life.
• Learning and development opportunities
• 23 holiday days per year
• 5 additional days (readjustment)
• 2 cultural days
• A collaborative, trustful and innovative work environment
• Being part of an international team and work in global projects
• Relocation assistance to Madrid provided

At BASF, the chemistry is right.

Because we are counting on innovative solutions, on sustainable actions, and on connected thinking. And on you. Become a part of our formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.

CONTACT

Do you have any questions about the application process or the position? Please reach out to Felipe Bianco (felipe.bianco@partners.basf.com)