AI Security Specialist
Elia · Kortrijk, BE
Job description
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Excited to work for a key Belgian player in the energy landscape?
The Belgian and European energy landscape is in full swing. Did you know that Elia Belgium plays a crucial role in this? As part of Elia Group, a European transmission system operator, Elia Belgium ensures the reliability and sustainability of the electricity supply in our country.
Side-by-side with your talented colleagues, you will play a part in building a sustainable, green and reliable energy infrastructure that stimulates economic growth and reduces our ecological footprint.
Only together can we make the biggest impact possible! We believe in the power of diversity: we are convinced that an inclusive and diverse work environment leads to more innovation, creativity and better results.
AI Security Specialist
Requisition ID: 11149
Posting Start Date: 03/07/2026
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The AI Security Specialist ensures that all AI systems are developed and operated in a secure, reliable, and controlled way, aligned with regulatory and internal risk standards.
In this role, you focus on identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks across the full AI lifecycle, ensuring that AI solutions are robust, safe, and resilient before deployment and during operations.
You work in close collaboration with the CISO, Data & Platform, and Engineering & Architecture teams, contributing to secure AI adoption across the organization.
Key responsibilities
Define and maintain the AI risk management framework (covering ML models, agents, LLM-based systems, and AI-enabled automation)
Build and manage an AI risk register and safety case library
Conduct risk assessments of AI systems (e.g. robustness, cybersecurity, misuse, data risks)
Ensure alignment with EU AI Act risk classifications
Define and validate AI security requirements and testing strategies
Approve AI systems for production through security gating and validation
Design continuous monitoring and lead incident response processes for AI systems
Ensure adherence to security standards and regulatory requirements ((e.g., ISO 27001, emerging AI standards referenced internally)
Work with the rest of the Central AI Team, CISO, Data & Platform as well as the Engineering and Architectures teams and provide input into AI playbooks and reference architectures
Promote AI security best practices and awareness across the organization
Your profile
Master’s degree in IT, Business Administration, Engineering, or relevant equivalent experience
Strong background in AI/ML systems and risk management, including LLMs, agents, RAG architectures, model monitoring, assurance tooling
Experience with model evaluation, adversarial testing, or system assurance
Knowledge of AI regulations (EU AI Act)
Familiarity with security, compliance, or safety engineering frameworks
Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Understanding of critical infrastructure, energy systems, OT environments, or regulated industries is a plus
Strong stakeholder collaboration and communication skills
Pragmatic mindset with focus on secure and scalable AI adoption
Fluent in English; knowledge of Dutch, French and/or German is a plus
Offer
Salary: a competitive salary package, allowance for representation expenses, year-end bonus, double vacation pay, meal vouchers (€10 per working day), eco-vouchers, sport & culture vouchers, bonuses based on individual and group results.
Insurance: group insurance, hospitalisation insurance, ambulant care insurance for the whole family and also personal accident insurance.
Vacation: You will be entitled to 20 vacation days and 5 additional vacation days, 6 local days, 4 exempt days (after 1 year of employment) and up to 5 long-service days (1 day for every 3 years in employment).
Social fund: Year-end vouchers, birth and marriage allowance. We will also cover part of the cost of glasses, a dental prosthesis or similar needs.
Communication: you will be given an iPhone, a phone subscription (for work and private use) and a laptop with internet reimbursement.
Discounts: you will enjoy a 30% discount on your gas and electricity bill.
Mobility: we will offer you a company car and public transport or a mobility budget.
Elia shares: Elia will give you the opportunity to subscribe to shares with a discount of 16.66% on the average share price.
Location
Brussels (Emperor, close to Central Station) + homeworking
Occasional travel to Berlin
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There’s something electric in the air with this job offer!
In exchange for your work and dedication, you enjoy the following benefits:
A job full of variety with a top employer : Elia encourages innovation and collaboration. Within our company you will be at the forefront of the energy transition, and you will have the chance to contribute to ground-breaking technologies designed to accelerate this transition. It is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to further develop your knowledge and skills.
Focus on personal growth and well-being at work : Discover a wide range of professional training and coaching opportunities that are guaranteed to give your personal growth a solid boost. At the same time, as a top employer, we put maximum effort into a positive work culture in which your well-being is central.
Development opportunities for a challenging career : At Elia, we encourage you to seek out and seize new professional opportunities. You will enjoy complete freedom to shape your career on your own terms.
A diverse team of passionate colleagues : Elia puts a high value on diversity and inclusion. You will join a diverse and passionate team that enjoys sharing knowledge and leading the way towards a more sustainable future together.
These are just a few of the benefits that distinguish Elia as a Top Employer. We are convinced that your contribution to our team will be invaluable and look forward to welcoming you soon!
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