Lead AI Security Engineer

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity   The Lead AI Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for developing the strategies, controls, and policies that will protect Abbott’s use of AI across the enterprise and products. The strategist then oversees and supports the execution of those strategies to ensure the ongoing safe and responsible application of AI technologies across Abbott. The Lead AI Cybersecurity Engineer will be responsible for the secure use of AI across Abbott, to include: Securing the AI use cases built by Abbott. Secure the use of AI within Abbott. Identify opportunities and build solutions to improve Abbott’s cybersecurity program through AI and automation. WHAT YOU’LL DO Develop policies, procedures, and controls to protect AI use cases across their full lifecycle. Advise on the safe, secure, and responsible integration of AI into medical devices that improve people’s lives. Use threat modeling and secure design principles to architect the security controls for Abbott-developed AI implementations. Serve as a subject matter expert advising on AI cybersecurity topics across Abbott. Evangelize and teach best practices. Represent Abbott cybersecurity in internal forums and industry groups related to AI. Manage Abbott’s AI cybersecurity governance program and contribute directly where needed. Stay abreast of the evolving state of the art of AI security and ensure Abbott’s defenses adapt as the technology changes. Monitor developments in vendor capabilities, author solution agnostic requirements for AI security, evaluate vendor offerings against Abbott needs, and make recommendations for products and services when appropriate. Author the policies and controls to ensure that when Abbott employees use AI, they do so in a way that protects Abbott data and systems. Minimum Requirements & Qualifications: Required skills Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Machine Learning, or related discipline, or equivalent work experience is required. 8-10 years Secure design and implementation experience with 2-5 years focused on AI security. Deep expertise in AI technologies and their unique security considerations. Experience in developing and documenting strategic roadmaps for cybersecurity solutions, particularly in securing AI. Ability to explain, address, and advocate for cybersecurity requirements and policies in cross-functional teams. Ability to translate technical AI security concepts into business-friendly language. Strong soft skills, with the ability to build consensus and secure buy-in from stakeholders across business units and functions. Preferred Skills Master’s Degree (or equivalent) Certifications, degrees, or equivalent experience related to AI and/or cybersecurity Other advanced information security certifications (CISSP, CISM, relevant SANS certifications) Experience presenting to executive audiences Experience in the medical device or life sciences industries Experience conducting risks assessments Experience in Threat modeling Misc: This is an onsite role at Abbott location in MN/IL. This is not a remote role/opportunity. Apply Now Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott, and on Twitter @AbbottNews. The base pay for this position is $129,300.00 – $258,700.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Information Risk & Quality Assurance DIVISION: BTS Business Technology Services LOCATION: United States > Minnesota > St. Paul > Tech Center : One St Jude Medical Drive ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: United States > Abbott Park : AP14/A/B WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 5 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. 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