Senior Scientist - Cyber AI/ML Research

Senior Scientist - Cyber AI / ML Research (Contract)

Location: Newport (minimum 3 days on site)
Contract Duration: 12 months, with strong potential for extension
Pay Rate: £50 per hour Umbrella / £37.38 per hour PAYE
Hours: 35 hours per week, flexible between 7am-7pm
Clearance: BPSS+
IR35: Inside IR35
About the Role

A leading organisation within the defence and secure technology sector is seeking a Senior Scientist specialising in Cyber Security of AI/ML. This position sits within an advanced research and innovation function, working on high-impact cyber security challenges where no existing solutions currently exist. The successful applicant will contribute to research, innovation, knowledge transfer, and prototype development in the field of Cyber-AI/ML security.

Key Responsibilities
Innovation & Research

• Lead and deliver AI/ML-focused cyber security research projects.
• Conduct research into emerging digital security threats and opportunities.
• Produce technical reports, white papers, prototypes and research outputs.
• Contribute to patent applications and academic or industry publications.

Collaboration & Consultancy

• Work closely with internal R&D, engineering and security teams.
• Support academic partnerships, innovation programmes, and external collaborations.
• Provide consultancy on specialist cyber security topics across the organisation.

Coordination & Knowledge Transfer

• Build strong internal networks across technical and security domains.
• Represent the innovation function in internal and external engagements.
• Support integration of research outcomes into operational security practices.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Science or related discipline.
• Recent PhD or Master's degree focusing on Cyber Security of AI/ML.
• Deep understanding of AI/ML algorithms, vulnerabilities, and applications.
• Strong Python programming and software development experience.
• Experience in research, innovation, or solution development within relevant domains.

Desirable Skills

• Industry experience applying AI/ML to cyber security.
• Academic publication track record.
• Experience with NDAs, IPR, IP management or patent processes.
• Experience in data analytics or AI/ML techniques applied to security problems.

How to Apply

If you have strong expertise in AI/ML and a passion for advancing cyber security research, please submit your CV for immediate consideration.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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