Senior Application Security Engineer - AI Security (m/f/d)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 29, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 27, 2026. Kuehne+Nagel scores A on the Alion truth index.
It's more than a job
In this IT role, you will manage, develop, and support the technology infrastructure that powers Kuehne+Nagel’s global systems and operations. This contribution is vital to making both special and ordinary moments in the lives of people a reality. In fact, your work enables our teams to deliver fresh fruit, time-sensitive healthcare products and much more to people all around the world. Working in IT at Kuehne+Nagel contributes to more than we imagine.
As a Senior Application Security Engineer - AI Security (m/f/d), you will play a key role in advancing secure software development. As part of our global AppSec team, you will help shape the next generation of security capabilities by addressing emerging AI security challenges and strengthening security testing practices. This role offers the opportunity to shape security standards, introduce innovative approaches and technologies, and take ownership of initiatives that advance application security across our global engineering organization.
How you create impact
- Enable the secure adoption of AI-assisted development by extending existing Application Security capabilities, defining security guardrails, and helping engineering teams safely integrate AI-powered tools and workflows into their development practices.
- Advance security testing for AI-enabled applications by developing and improving assessment methodologies, automation, validation techniques, and testing approaches for applications that incorporate AI technologies.
- Evaluate emerging AI security threats and attack techniques, assess their relevance to Kuehne+Nagel, and translate findings into actionable security requirements, controls, testing methodologies, and practical guidance for engineering teams.
- Provide expert security guidance and hands-on support to developers, engineering teams, and other stakeholders, helping strengthen secure software development practices through knowledge sharing, training, and practical recommendations.
- Contribute to hands-on security assessments and penetration testing of Kuehne+Nagel applications, where applicable, while supporting the continuous improvement of security testing capabilities.
- Collaborate across the global AppSec team on a broad range of Application Security initiatives, taking ownership of projects and contributing your expertise in line with your strengths, experience, and business needs.
What we would like you to bring
- At least 5 years of hands-on experience in Application Security, including a strong understanding of application security principles, security testing, and secure software development practices.
- A strong interest in AI technologies and AI Security, with practical experience securing and testing LLM-powered applications, agentic AI systems, and AI-assisted development workflows. Familiarity with AI platforms, gateways, and related tooling such as LiteLLM, Amazon Bedrock, AgentCore, and AI security testing tools is a plus.
- The ability to analyze emerging attack techniques and security trends, including AI-specific threats such as direct and indirect prompt injection and tool abuse, and translate them into actionable security requirements, technical controls, testing approaches, and best practices.
- A strong software engineering background, ideally in enterprise environments, with solid Python programming skills and, preferably, experience with Java.
- A collaborative and proactive mindset, with the ability to work effectively across international, cross-functional teams, engage diverse stakeholders, and contribute to shared security objectives.
- Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken, with the ability to explain complex security concepts clearly and effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.
What's in it for you
Your work has a direct impact on the future of logistics and IT. Your team is made up of experts who are shaping the IT industry in Portugal and around the world. We want you to feel comfortable in our working environment, where you will be dealing with different cultures. That is why we offer flexible working hours and the opportunity to work remotely. We value teamwork, continuous learning and diversity. Kuehne+Nagel offers you a tailor-made career with individual planning and team leaders who will support you in every way. On a personal level, we support you with a wide range of work-life balance options, supplementary health insurance and our EAP - Employee Assistant Program.
Who we are
Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.
As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.
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