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To make these, you must see, test and manufacture them at scale-faster and better than ever before. That's where KLA comes in. Whether you're early in your career or an experienced professional, you'll solve complex challenges, work alongside brilliant minds and help shape the future of technology.\nGroup/Division\nKLA's IT group supports business growth and productivity by connecting people, process and technology around the world. We work to improve the technology that drives our business to thrive and focus on empowering employee use of technology. This integrated approach to customer service, creativity and technological excellence enhances employee productivity, business analytics and process excellence.What You'll Do\nIn this role, you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise.\nThe Cloud & AI Security Architect will define and implement security strategies for enterprise cloud, Generative AI, and AI applications. This role will work closely with Cloud, AI/ML, Engineering, Data, and Cybersecurity teams to ensure new cloud and AI technologies are secure by design.\nKey Responsibilities:\nAI Security\nDefine security architecture for Generative AI, LLMs, AI agents, copilots, and AI applications.\nIdentify and mitigate AI risks including prompt injection, data leakage, unauthorized access, insecure AI agents, and excessive permissions.\nDevelop security controls for AI platforms, RAG, vector databases, APIs, and AI tools.\nEstablish security standards for enterprise use of ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Claude, and other AI platforms.\nSecure AI agents and their access to applications, data, APIs, and enterprise tools.\nEvaluate AI security solutions and emerging technologies through POCs and architecture assessments.\nDevelop an AI Security roadmap and governance framework.\nCloud Security\nDefine security architecture for AWS, Azure, and/or GCP environments.\nSecure cloud workloads, applications, containers, Kubernetes, APIs, and serverless services.\nDefine security controls for identity, access management, network security, data protection, encryption, and logging.\nImplement Zero Trust and least-privilege principles across cloud environments.\nPartner with Cloud and DevOps teams to integrate security into CI/CD and Infrastructure-as-Code.\nIdentify cloud security gaps and provide practical remediation plans.\nSecurity Architecture & Strategy\nCreate cloud and AI security standards, reference architectures, and security patterns.\nPerform threat modeling and security assessments for new AI and cloud solutions.\nWork with engineering teams to embed security-by-design into technology initiatives.\nEvaluate security products, vendors, and emerging technologies.\nDevelop and maintain the Cloud & AI Security roadmap.\nCommunicate security risks and recommendations to technical teams and senior leadership.\nPreferred Skills\nExperience with AI Security / CNAPP / CSPM / CWPP / CIEM / DSPM / DLP technologies.\nKnowledge of OWASP Top 10 for LLM Applications and MITRE ATLAS.\nExperience with AI security platforms and enterprise AI governance.\nExperience with security automation and Python/API-based integrations.\nCISSP, CCSP, cloud security, or AI security certifications are a plus.\nMinimum Qualifications\n8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, cloud security, security architecture, or related areas.\nStrong experience with cloud security architecture across AWS, Azure, or GCP.\nStrong understanding of Generative AI, LLMs, AI agents, RAG, APIs, and AI security risks.\nExperience securing cloud-native technologies including containers, Kubernetes, and microservices.\nStrong knowledge of IAM, Zero Trust, network security, data protection, and DLP.\nExperience with DevSecOps and Infrastructure-as-Code security.\nAbility to evaluate new AI and cloud technologies and translate risks into practical security controls.\nStrong communication, presentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.\nAbout KLA\nWe provide advanced inspection tools, metrology systems, process solutions, and computational analytics that make electronics possible, tackling complex challenges. From electron and photon optics to machine learning and data analytics, we seek perfection at the most fundamental level of matter in the universe. If you want to make electronics that push industries forward and make the world a better place, join us.\nTotal Rewards\nBase Pay Range: $111,100.00 - $162,967.00 Annually\nPrimary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLAKLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.\nInterns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.\nUse of AI Statement\nAt KLA, our interviews seek to understand your individual skills, problem-solving approach and authentic thinking. To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation, the use of AI, recording tools or other technologies to generate, suggest or provide responses during interviews-whether virtual or in person-is not permitted unless explicitly approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation or invited by the interviewer. Use of these tools may interfere with our ability to evaluate your individual qualifications and affect your candidacy. KLA is committed to advancing innovation through responsible AI, and we value candidates who share this mindset.\nEqual Opportunity Statement\nKLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. 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