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If you are a technology visionary with a passion for transforming global tax business with digital technology, consider working with the US Tax Transformation technology team. This is an exciting opportunity to support global execution of Deloitte’s tax strategy as we shift from “doing digital” to “being digital” by reimagining how we engage with our clients, deliver our services, operate our business, and create value.
Work you’ll do
As a Deloitte Manager, AI Security Engineer, you will be crucial in safeguarding our advanced AI models, data, and infrastructure. You'll work closely with Data Scientists, Data Engineers, and MLOps/DevOps teams.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Implement defenses against AI-specific attacks (adversarial, prompt injection, data leakage)
- Conduct AI-focused security assessments, penetration tests, red/purple team exercises
- Analyze AI system vulnerabilities, develop mitigation strategies, and create AI risk heat maps
- Implement security controls throughout the AI/ML lifecycle (data handling, training with GPU isolation, deployment, monitoring, versioning, provenance). Integrate SAST/DAST for ML artifacts
- Manage audit trails and automated compliance checks
- Implement AI-specific incident response and develop regulatory disclosure playbooks
- Manage AI security monitoring, implement executive dashboards linking security to business KPIs, develop security metrics (Adversarial Risk Score, Model Drift Index)
- Implement secure training environments and fine-grained data access controls
- Contribute to AI-generated fraud detection in transaction monitoring systems.
- Act as an AI security SME, continuously research emerging threats
The Team
Deloitte Tax LLP's Tax Transformation Office (TTO) is responsible for the design, development, and deployment of innovative, enterprise technology, tools, and standard processes to support the delivery of tax services. The TTO team focuses on enhancing Deloitte Tax LLP’s ability to deliver comprehensive, value-added, and efficient tax services to our clients. It is a dynamic team with professionals of varying backgrounds from tax technical, technology development, change management, Six Sigma, and project management. The team consults and executes on a wide range of initiatives involving process and tool development and implementation including training development, engagement management, tool design, and implementation.
Qualifications and Skills
Required:
- Ability to perform job responsibilities within a hybrid work model that requires US Tax professionals to co-locate in person 2 – 3 days per week.
- Ability to travel 20%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sector you serve.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity (application, cloud and data security) with strong proficiency in security scripting, automation, and tool development.
- Deep understanding of AI-specific threat vectors (adversarial attacks, prompt injection, data leakage).
- Demonstrated, hands-on experience with the Azure Cloud ecosystem and its security services.
- Proven experience translating regulatory frameworks (NIST AI RMF, EU AI Act) into technical controls.
- Limited sponsorship may be available.
- One of the following active accreditations obtained:
- Licensed CPA in state of practice/primary office if eligible to sit for the CPA
- If not CPA eligible:
- Licensed Attorney
- Enrolled Agent
- Technology Certifications:
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect
- Certified in Risk and Information Systems Controls (CRISC)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified SAFe® Advanced Scrum Master
- Certified SAFe® Agile Software Engineer
- Certified SAFe® Architect
- Certified SAFe® DevOps Practitioner
- Certified SAFe® Practitioner
- Certified SAFe® Scrum Master
- Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)
- Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP) – (ISC)2
- IASA’s Certified IT Architect (CITA) (Level F or A)
- ITIL Certification
- Lifecycle Management and Advanced Functional Testing Certifications (HP)
- Microsoft Azure
- SEI - Software Engineering Institute Certification
Preferred:
- Master’s degree in computer science or related field.
- Knowledge of AI security frameworks.
- Familiarity with relevant data privacy and security regulations (GDPR, DORA).
- Azure Cloud security services ecosystem (Microsoft Sentinel, Azure Monitor, Azure Policy, Purview, Key Vault, Azure ML security).
- Securing MLOps/LLMOps pipelines (data versioning, provenance, GPU isolation).
- Security frameworks (OWASP AI Security & Privacy Guide).
- Automated compliance checks (e.g., via Azure Monitor).
- Security monitoring (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel with KQL).
- Secure training environments (Azure ML, HSMs).
- Data access controls (Azure Policy, Purview).
- Security assessment tools (SAST, DAST) adapted for ML.
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $113,890 to $227,370.
You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
Information for applicants with a need for accommodation: https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/careers/articles/join-deloitte-assistance-for-disabled-applicants.html
Recruiting tips
From developing a stand out resume to putting your best foot forward in the interview, we want you to feel prepared and confident as you explore opportunities at Deloitte. Check out recruiting tips from Deloitte recruiters.
Benefits
At Deloitte, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our people and offer employees a broad range of benefits. Learn more about what working at Deloitte can mean for you.
Our people and culture
Our inclusive culture empowers our people to be who they are, contribute their unique perspectives, and make a difference individually and collectively. It enables us to leverage different ideas and perspectives, and bring more creativity and innovation to help solve our clients' most complex challenges. This makes Deloitte one of the most rewarding places to work.
Our purpose
Deloitte’s purpose is to make an impact that matters for our people, clients, and communities. At Deloitte, purpose is synonymous with how we work every day. It defines who we are. Our purpose comes through in our work with clients that enables impact and value in their organizations, as well as through our own investments, commitments, and actions across areas that help drive positive outcomes for our communities. Learn more.
Professional development
From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn. We offer opportunities to build new skills, take on leadership opportunities and connect and grow through mentorship. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career.
As used in this posting, "Deloitte" means Deloitte Tax LLP, a subsidiary of Deloitte LLP. Please see https://www.deloitte.com/us/about for a detailed description of the legal structure of Deloitte LLP and its subsidiaries. Certain services may not be available to attest clients under the rules and regulations of public accounting.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories, including arrest or conviction records, will be considered for employment in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, City of Los Angeles’s Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. See notices of various fair chance hiring and ban-the-box laws where available.Fair Chance Hiring and Ban-the-Box Notices | Deloitte US Careers
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Requisition code: 315489
Job ID 315489
Freqently Asked Questions
In Chicago’s thriving tech scene, certifications like CISSP, CRISC, and AWS Certified Solutions Architect significantly boost credibility for AI Security Engineers. Given the city's emphasis on cloud security and regulatory compliance, credentials related to Microsoft Azure security and AI risk management frameworks are also highly regarded.
Managing AI security at Deloitte involves not only technical expertise but also strategic leadership. In Chicago, this means guiding cross-functional teams, aligning AI risk mitigation with business goals, and fostering innovation in safeguarding AI systems against emerging threats, all within Deloitte's collaborative culture.
Hybrid models introduce complexities in monitoring and securing AI/ML pipelines due to distributed environments. Engineers must implement robust access controls, ensure secure GPU isolation during training, and maintain continuous compliance checks while coordinating seamlessly between on-site and remote team members.
In large consultancies like Deloitte, AI Security Engineers must address sophisticated adversarial attacks targeting proprietary models and data leakage risks from diverse client projects. The role demands proactive threat intelligence, adapting defenses for multi-client environments, and stringent audit trails aligned with regulatory mandates.
Chicago's AI security talent demand has surged, fueled by its growing tech and finance sectors. While not as intense as Silicon Valley, competition remains stiff due to fewer specialized professionals, making Deloitte’s AI Security Engineer positions highly sought after among local candidates.
Deloitte offers a salary range for AI Security Engineers and Managers in Chicago from approximately $113,890 to $227,370, reflecting experience, certifications, and specific skills in AI cybersecurity. This range aligns well with the city's cost of living and the specialized nature of the role.
Deloitte fosters growth by providing mentorship programs, leadership development, and access to cutting-edge AI security research. Chicago-based managers benefit from tailored learning paths, opportunities to lead cross-disciplinary teams, and involvement in innovative global tax and technology transformation projects.
This role requires designing and implementing AI-tailored incident response procedures that address adversarial attacks and data breaches unique to AI systems. Engineers develop regulatory disclosure playbooks and coordinate rapid mitigation strategies to minimize AI model compromise impacts.
Unlike traditional cybersecurity roles, this position emphasizes defenses against AI-targeted threats like prompt injections and adversarial attacks. It demands expertise in securing AI/ML lifecycles, including data provenance, compliance automation, and monitoring AI model drift within Deloitte's tax transformation initiatives.
Deloitte requires AI Security Engineers to follow a hybrid model, typically being on-site 2-3 days weekly. This balance supports collaboration with data science and DevOps teams while maintaining flexibility, which is crucial for managing sensitive AI security tasks effectively in Chicago’s dynamic work environment.
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