Biometric/Ai Security Specialist

Title:Biometric/AI Security Specialist
Location: Hybrid - London, UK
About iProov:
iProov is the world leader in face biometric verification. We are on a mission to make the Internet a safer place for businesses and consumers and work with fantastic customers across a number of industry sectors - organisations using our technology include the US Department of Homeland Security, the UK Home Office, the NHS, Eurostar, the Australian government, the Singapore government, UBS and many more.
Diversity at iProov is about reflecting the customers we serve, holding the principles of equality and inclusion at the heart of everything we do and all that we stand for, embracing differences, creating possibilities, and growing together. We aim to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and their talents are nurtured, empowering them to contribute fully to our purpose.
Reporting to the VP of Research you will be based out of our UK location and work across a range of functions from ongoing support of established practices, to developing new solutions aligned to internal development requirements, as well as upscaling and remodelling current systems.
In this position, you will have a central role in supporting the creation, design and deployment of new biometric security technologies directly applicable to existing and new strategic products and services. You will work closely with the research team in defining and delivering on the goals and deadlines. You will be responsible for development of methods and tools to create large datasets to explore potential vulnerabilities in biometric/AI systems as well as development of methods and tools to assess the robustness of defensive algorithms.
How you’ll make an impact:

• Conduct Red Team operations on live AI/Biometric systems in development and production environments, employing adversarial strategies and methods to discover vulnerabilities
• Develop methods and tools to create large datasets of explored vulnerabilities in biometric systems
• Develop methods and tools to assess the robustness of defensive algorithms
• Document security findings and recommendations in a clear and actionable manner
• Work with the algorithm developers to improve overall performance
• Follow recent trends in the field of biometrics security

We tend to look for people with:

• Passion for bringing new ideas to practical solutions
• Curiosity and creativity in biometric security space, thinking outside of the box combined with craftsmanship skills
• Pragmatic, open-minded approach to open problems
• Experience in data collection and data management
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Lightweight python based statistical analysis skills and basic machine learning knowledge
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment
• Primarily office-based role

Benefits:

• 25 days Annual Leave (rising to 30), plus 8 Bank Holidays
• 3200 Share Options allocated after passing probation (6 months of service)
• Vitality Health Insurance - a range of options available on this below
• Life Assurance
• SmartHealth - Access to private GP, Psychologist, Nutritionist along with tailored fitness plans for both you and your family
• Award winning L&D platform to continue your development with personal allocated training budgets
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave package
• Pension - 4% employee, 3% employer
• Flexible working – remote/office etc.
• Free Barista Coffee/Tea, biscuits and fruit in the office
• Free access to WeWork discounts and free online well-being sessions
• Free access to WeWork facilities (games floor, free beer taps, weekly events)

The Vitality Programme includes a number of reward benefits that all employees have access to as part of the plan, for example:

• Private Health Insurance covering new & existing conditions
• Private Optical, Audiological & Dental cover
• 50% off monthly gym memberships
• Apple watches significantly discounted based member vitality status
• Half price trainers with Runners Need
• Weekly rewards – Free coffee with Café Nero
• Monthly rewards – Free Cinema ticket
• Discounts on travel with Expedia (hotels) and Mr & Mrs Smith with discounts getting greater throughout the year based on a members vitality status
• Amazon prime free months based on activity
• Up to 25% cashback at Waitrose when buying healthy foods
• 75% off stays at Champneys Health Spas
• Allen Carr’s £299 no smoking programme for free
• Access to Vitality Healthy Mind with 30% off Headspace subscriptions and the ability to earn Vitality points for using Buddhify, Calm and Headspace
• Discounts on Weight Watchers
• 50%-80% off Comprehensive Private Health screenings

Due to the nature of our work, we may require our staff to pass a UK Security Clearance check. As such, any offer would also depend on your ability to adhere to the UK Security check criteria.