𝐀𝐈 & 𝐂𝐲𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐝𝐬 Since our establishment in 1990, Methods has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. Our mission is to improve and safeguard public-facing services. We apply digital thinking to ensure the future of our public services is centred around our citizens. Our human touch sets us apart from other consultancies, system integrators and software houses - we have a customer-centric value system whereby we focus on delivering what is right for our clients. At Methods, we help organisations design, build, and secure AI systems that are resilient, scalable, and production-ready. As AI adoption accelerates, so do the risks from data exposure and model misuse to emerging AI-driven threats. Our AI & Cyber practice sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence, data platforms, and cyber security, ensuring that AI capabilities are delivered securely, responsibly, and at scale. We support complex, high-impact programmes across UK government, healthcare, defence, and critical infrastructure, where security, assurance, and reliability are critical from day one. 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐅𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬 🔐 AI Security & Threat Modelling Designing secure AI architectures, identifying risks such as prompt injection, data leakage, and model abuse, and embedding security controls from the outset. ⚙️ Secure AI Platforms & DevSecOps Building and securing AI platforms using Kubernetes, API gateways, secrets management, and cloud-native security controls. 📊 Data & AI Engineering (Secure by Design) Delivering robust data pipelines and AI systems with security, privacy, and integrity embedded throughout the lifecycle. 🏗️ Architecture & Integration Integrating AI into enterprise environments, aligning with existing security frameworks, identity models, and network controls. 📋 Governance, Risk & Responsible AI Implementing AI governance frameworks, model risk management, and regulatory alignment, ensuring safe and ethical deployment. 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐖𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐫𝐞 We are actively growing our AI & Cyber capability and regularly recruit for the following roles: 🔐 AI Security & Cyber AI Security Architect AI Threat Modelling Specialist LLM Security Engineer ⚙️ Platform & Infrastructure Security Platform Security Engineer (Kubernetes, API gateways, Vault) Cloud Security Engineer (AI environments) Security Engineering Lead (AI platforms) 🧠 AI Engineering & Data AI / Machine Learning Engineer Generative AI Engineer (LLMs, RAG, agents) Data Engineer (AI-enabled platforms) MLOps Engineer 🏗️ Architecture & Consulting AI Solutions Architect Enterprise / Technical Architect (AI & Cyber) 📋 Governance & Risk AI Governance Consultant Responsible AI Specialist 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐖𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐅𝐨𝐫 We're interested in individuals who combine deep technical expertise with an understanding of how AI systems operate in secure, regulated environments. You may bring: Experience delivering or securing AI/ML systems in production Strong foundations in cyber security, data engineering, or platform/DevOps Knowledge of cloud security, APIs, identity, and network controls Exposure to secure AI practices (model security, data protection, risk) Experience working in public sector or high-assurance environments (SC/DV desirable) 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐝𝐬 Work on mission-critical programmes where security and AI intersect Be part of a growing AI & Cyber capability within an established consultancy Help shape how organisations adopt AI securely and responsibly Collaborate with experts across cyber, engineering, and architecture Requirements This role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview Benefits Methods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy. By joining us you can expect Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experienceBe part of exciting project work that is making a difference in societyStrong, inspiring and thought-provoking leadershipA supportive and collaborative environment Development - access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and training Wellness - 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme Flexible Working - including home working and part time Social - office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes Time Off - 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year Volunteering - 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation Pension - Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution Life Assurance - of 4 times base salary Private Medical Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included) Worldwide Travel Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included) Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay Travel - season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme For a full list of benefits please visit our website (www.methods.co.uk/careers/benefits)