AI Security Discovery & Detection Manager

Vanguard

. Set the strategy and roadmap for AI Security Posture Management Discovery and Detection .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in AI Security Posture Management, focusing on discovery and detection across various platforms. Proven ability to lead teams, develop metrics, and integrate security processes to mitigate AI-related risks.

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Cyber Security ExperienceCloud Security ExpertiseAI/ML Security KnowledgeCISSP CertificationCCSP Certification

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Hard Skills

AI Security Posture ManagementDetection Capabilities DevelopmentUse-Case DevelopmentRisk Reduction StrategiesMetrics Definition and Reporting

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationTeam Development

Tools & Technologies

Security Monitoring ToolsIncident-Response Processes

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCCSP

Industry Keywords

Shadow AIPolicy ViolationsSuspicious ActivityAbnormal BehaviorData Security

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set the strategy and roadmap for AI Security Posture Management Discovery and Detection
Lead enterprise-wide discovery and inventory of AI systems and usage across endpoints, network, cloud platforms, and SaaS applications
Build and mature AI-focused detection capabilities for Shadow AI, policy violations, suspicious activity, and abnormal behavior
Oversee detection lifecycle activities including use-case development, prioritization, testing, deployment, tuning, coverage assessment, and integration with security monitoring and incident-response processes
Partner across security, technology, data, risk, legal, privacy, and business teams to translate AI risks and policies into discovery and monitoring controls
Define metrics and reporting for AI discovery coverage, inventory completeness, detection effectiveness, unauthorized usage trends, control gaps, and risk reduction
Recruit, lead, and develop a high-performing AI Security team

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years in Cyber Security
At least 2 years specifically focused on Cloud Security, Data Security, or AI/ML Security
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
Preferred certifications: CISSP, CCSP
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote interviewing, hiring, and onboarding
Work from Home work model may apply
Hybrid work model may apply
Work from Office work model may apply
Opportunities for learning and development
Collaborative shared-workspace benefits
Long-term financial wellbeing mission and professional development focus