Posted 5 days ago
AI Security Research Engineer
@ Pacer Group
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
Pacer Group is hiring a contract AI Security Research Engineer in Toronto, ON, on a hybrid schedule of 3 days a week, for 6 to 12 months at CAD 60-65 per hour, incorporated. The work covers cybersecurity research, security engineering and AI security in the BFSI domain. Applications close November 30, 2026.
Responsibilities:
- Research AI and cybersecurity risks
- Build security prototypes and proofs of concept
- Conduct product evaluations and AI red teaming
- Develop security automation using APIs and AI
Requirements summary:
- Hands-on cybersecurity research or security engineering experience
- Strong programming in Python, Java, Go, Node.js or C++
- Experience with AI, LLMs and AI agents
- Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, cloud security and cryptography
Tools & skills
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-10
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-14
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Job details
| Department | IT |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
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Pacer Group
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 64 |
Job Title: AI Security Research Engineer
Location: Toronto, ON
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (3 days a week)
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 06-12 Months
Pay Rate: CAD 60-65/hour Incorporated
Domain: BFSI
Application Deadline: Nov. 30th, 2026
SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Strong hands-on experience in Cybersecurity Research, Security Engineering, or Application Security.
- Excellent programming skills in Python, Java, Go, Node.js, or C++.
- Experience with AI/LLMs, Agentic AI, AI Agents, APIs, and Security Automation.
- Strong knowledge of Application Security, Vulnerability Research, Threat Modeling, and AI Security.
- Hands-on experience building security prototypes, POCs, conducting product evaluations, and AI Red Teaming.
- Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, Cloud Security, Cryptography, and emerging cybersecurity technologies.
EEOC Compliance:
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
DISCLAIMER
AI Usage Policy: Pacer Group uses AI to assist in screening applications. Final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters based on qualifications and experience.
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