AI/ML Expert at Ford Global Career Site

Dearborn, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

AI/ML Concepts, Model Development, Data Protection, Security Frameworks, Python, Google Cloud Platform, Machine Learning Algorithms, Neural Networks, NLP, Computer Vision, Incident Response, Threat Intelligence, Access Management, Adversarial Machine Learning, Policy Development, Communication Skills

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Design and maintain structured guidelines and controls to secure AI systems, covering data protection, model security, and compliance requirements. Evaluate and utilize established frameworks such as Google's Secure AI Framework (SAIF), NIST AI Risk Management Framework, or the Framework for AI Cybersecurity Practices (FAICP) as references or baselines. Identify, assess, and mitigate security risks specific to AI, including adversarial attacks, data poisoning, model inversion, and unauthorized access. Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on AI models and data pipelines. Ensure data used in AI systems is encrypted, anonymized, and securely stored. Implement robust access controls (e.g., RBAC, ABAC, Zero Trust) for sensitive AI data and models Protect AI models from tampering, theft, or adversarial manipulation during training and deployment. Monitor and log AI system activity for anomalies or security incidents Develop and enforce policies to ensure AI systems adhere to industry regulations, ethical standards, and organizational governance requirements. Promote transparency, explainability, and fairness in AI models. Establish real-time monitoring and advanced threat detection for AI systems. Develop and maintain an AI incident response plan for prompt mitigation and recovery. Educate teams on AI security best practices and foster a security-aware culture. Collaborate with IT, data science, compliance, and business units to align AI security with organizational goals. Established and active employee resource groups Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field. 3+ years experience in AI/ML roles, including hands-on model development and deployment. Track record of delivering AI solutions that drive business value. Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts, architectures, and security challenges. Strong programming skills in Python, R, or similar languages. Strong experience in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or equivalent. Solid understanding of machine learning algorithms, neural networks, NLP, and computer vision. Experience with cloud AI/ML services and deployment pipelines is a plus. Experience with security frameworks (e.g., SAIF, NIST, FAICP) and regulatory compliance. Proficiency in data protection techniques, encryption, and secure access management. Familiarity with adversarial machine learning, model hardening, and input sanitization. Knowledge of incident response, monitoring tools, and threat intelligence platforms. Excellent communication and documentation skills for policy development and stakeholder engagement. Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field. Relevant certifications such as CAISF, AICERTs, AI for Cybersecurity Specialization or equivalent. GCP Cloud certification or equivalent in AWS or Azure (preferred). Cybersecurity certificates (CISSP, Security+, others). https://fordcareers.co/GSR-HTHD This position is a range of salary grades 6-8 Visa sponsorship is available for this position. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660. LI-Hybrid

Responsibilities

Design and maintain guidelines to secure AI systems, covering data protection and compliance. Conduct vulnerability assessments and implement access controls to protect AI models and data.