BD Nogales Norte
AI/ML Cybersecurity Lead
Location:
BD Nogales Norte (On‑site), San Diego, CA
Job Description Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and visionary AI/ML Security Lead to drive the secure design, development, and deployment of AI and machine learning systems across BD. This role will be responsible for identifying and mitigating AI‑specific threats, ensuring compliance with emerging AI regulations, and embedding security into the AI/ML lifecycle. The position involves cross‑functional coordination of AI/ML related cybersecurity deliverables, acting as the day‑to‑day point of contact for functional stakeholders, and ensuring all AI/ML products are secure by design and compliant with internal policies and regulatory requirements. The AI/ML cybersecurity lead will work closely with IT, R&D, and cybersecurity teams to implement controls and processes across BD systems.
We encourage candidates near any of our U.S. BD locations to apply for this in‑office role.
Key Responsibilities
Support the development and implementation of AI security policies, standards, and frameworks.
Lead threat modeling and risk assessments for AI/ML systems.
Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to AI‑related regulations (e.g., EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF).
Partner with data science and engineering teams to embed security into the AI/ML development lifecycle (MLOps).
Define and enforce secure coding practices for AI models and pipelines.
Evaluate third‑party AI tools and APIs for security and privacy risks.
Support the design and implementation of monitoring strategies for AI model behavior and drift.
Investigate AI‑related security incidents, including adversarial attacks and model inversion.
Co‑develop response playbooks for AI‑specific threats.
Innovation & Thought Leadership
Stay current with emerging AI/ML security threats, tools, and research.
Represent the organization in external forums and contribute to industry standards.
Mentor and train internal teams on AI security best practices.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, cybersecurity, data science, or related field.
8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 2 years focused on AI/ML systems.
Strong understanding of AI/ML technologies, architecture, and threat landscapes.
Experience with secure MLOps, adversarial ML, and AI model governance.
Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g., NIST AI RMF, ISO/IEC 42001, GDPR, EU AI Act).
Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or emerging AI security credentials are a plus.
Excellent communication, organization, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
Preferred Skills
Hands‑on experience with AI/ML platforms (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Azure ML, SageMaker).
Knowledge of data privacy, model explainability, and fairness in AI.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Benefits Annual Bonus, Potential Discretionary LTI Bonus, Potential reimbursement of phone use. Health and Well‑being, Retirement and Financial Well‑being, Life Balance Programs, Other Life Balance Programs, Leave Programs.
Health and Well‑being Benefits
Medical coverage
Health Savings Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Hospital Care Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accidental Injury Insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
Short‑term disability coverage
Long‑term disability insurance
Long‑term care with life insurance
Other Well‑being Resources
Anxiety management program
Wellness incentives
Sleep improvement program
Diabetes management program
Virtual physical therapyEmotional/mental health support programs
Weight management programs
Gastrointestinal health program
Substance use management program
Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit
Retirement and Financial Well‑being
BD 401(k) Plan
BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan
529 College Savings Plan
Financial counseling
Baxter Credit Union (BCU)
Daily Pay
College financial aid and application guidance
Life Balance Programs
Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves
Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement
MetLife Legal Plan
Group auto and home insurance
Pet insurance
Commuter benefits
Discounts on products and services
Academic Achievement Scholarship
Service Recognition Awards
Employer matching donation
Workplace accommodations
Other Life Balance Programs
Adoption assistance
Backup day care and eldercare
Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers
Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid parental leave
Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age‑related hormonal changes
Leave Programs
Bereavement leaves
Military leave
Personal leave
Family and Medical Leave (FML)
Jury and Witness Duty Leave
Why Join Us? A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s a place where we help each other be great, do what’s right, hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.
To learn more about BD, visit https://bd.com/careers
Equal Opportunity Employer Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally‑protected characteristics.
Salary Range Information $137,100.00 – $226,300.00 USD Annual
Seniority level
Mid-senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Manufacturing
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BD Nogales Norte (On‑site), San Diego, CA
Job Description Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and visionary AI/ML Security Lead to drive the secure design, development, and deployment of AI and machine learning systems across BD. This role will be responsible for identifying and mitigating AI‑specific threats, ensuring compliance with emerging AI regulations, and embedding security into the AI/ML lifecycle. The position involves cross‑functional coordination of AI/ML related cybersecurity deliverables, acting as the day‑to‑day point of contact for functional stakeholders, and ensuring all AI/ML products are secure by design and compliant with internal policies and regulatory requirements. The AI/ML cybersecurity lead will work closely with IT, R&D, and cybersecurity teams to implement controls and processes across BD systems.
We encourage candidates near any of our U.S. BD locations to apply for this in‑office role.
Key Responsibilities
Support the development and implementation of AI security policies, standards, and frameworks.
Lead threat modeling and risk assessments for AI/ML systems.
Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to AI‑related regulations (e.g., EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF).
Partner with data science and engineering teams to embed security into the AI/ML development lifecycle (MLOps).
Define and enforce secure coding practices for AI models and pipelines.
Evaluate third‑party AI tools and APIs for security and privacy risks.
Support the design and implementation of monitoring strategies for AI model behavior and drift.
Investigate AI‑related security incidents, including adversarial attacks and model inversion.
Co‑develop response playbooks for AI‑specific threats.
Innovation & Thought Leadership
Stay current with emerging AI/ML security threats, tools, and research.
Represent the organization in external forums and contribute to industry standards.
Mentor and train internal teams on AI security best practices.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, cybersecurity, data science, or related field.
8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 2 years focused on AI/ML systems.
Strong understanding of AI/ML technologies, architecture, and threat landscapes.
Experience with secure MLOps, adversarial ML, and AI model governance.
Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g., NIST AI RMF, ISO/IEC 42001, GDPR, EU AI Act).
Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or emerging AI security credentials are a plus.
Excellent communication, organization, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
Preferred Skills
Hands‑on experience with AI/ML platforms (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Azure ML, SageMaker).
Knowledge of data privacy, model explainability, and fairness in AI.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Benefits Annual Bonus, Potential Discretionary LTI Bonus, Potential reimbursement of phone use. Health and Well‑being, Retirement and Financial Well‑being, Life Balance Programs, Other Life Balance Programs, Leave Programs.
Health and Well‑being Benefits
Medical coverage
Health Savings Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Hospital Care Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accidental Injury Insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
Short‑term disability coverage
Long‑term disability insurance
Long‑term care with life insurance
Other Well‑being Resources
Anxiety management program
Wellness incentives
Sleep improvement program
Diabetes management program
Virtual physical therapyEmotional/mental health support programs
Weight management programs
Gastrointestinal health program
Substance use management program
Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit
Retirement and Financial Well‑being
BD 401(k) Plan
BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan
529 College Savings Plan
Financial counseling
Baxter Credit Union (BCU)
Daily Pay
College financial aid and application guidance
Life Balance Programs
Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves
Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement
MetLife Legal Plan
Group auto and home insurance
Pet insurance
Commuter benefits
Discounts on products and services
Academic Achievement Scholarship
Service Recognition Awards
Employer matching donation
Workplace accommodations
Other Life Balance Programs
Adoption assistance
Backup day care and eldercare
Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers
Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid parental leave
Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age‑related hormonal changes
Leave Programs
Bereavement leaves
Military leave
Personal leave
Family and Medical Leave (FML)
Jury and Witness Duty Leave
Why Join Us? A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s a place where we help each other be great, do what’s right, hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.
To learn more about BD, visit https://bd.com/careers
Equal Opportunity Employer Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally‑protected characteristics.
Salary Range Information $137,100.00 – $226,300.00 USD Annual
Seniority level
Mid-senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at BD Nogales Norte by 2x.
Get notified about new Cyber Security Specialist jobs in San Diego, CA.
#J-18808-Ljbffr