Senior Security Engineer, Corporate AI Security (Hybrid) at Homebase

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, SecurityIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in security engineering, with 2+ years focused on AI/ML security, MCP, and automation in the security context
  • Deep understanding of AI/ML architectures, including LLMs, model deployment pipelines, and API integrations
  • Hands-on experience with identity and access management (IAM), particularly for machine-to-machine authentication and non-human identities
  • Strong knowledge of data protection principles, including DLP, encryption, and privacy-preserving technologies
  • Experience implementing zero-trust architecture and least privilege access controls
  • Familiarity with AI security frameworks such as NIST AI RMF, OWASP ML Top 10, or MITRE ATLAS
  • Proficiency in security automation using Python, Ruby, or similar languages
  • Strategic thinker who can balance security rigor with business enablement, with strong communication skills to explain complex AI security concepts

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement security standards for internal AI tools, APIs, model integrations, and AI lifecycle management that enable safe, scalable AI adoption across Homebase
  • Establish governance frameworks for internal AI agent deployment, training data handling, and inference operations that balance security rigor with business enablement
  • Monitor and secure MCP (Model Context Protocol) server deployments with continuous verification and audit trails, establishing a zero-trust architecture for internal AI interactions
  • Architect identity and access management for AI agents, automation tools, and machine-to-machine services, implementing least privilege principles for non-human identities
  • Implement DLP and policy enforcement for internal and third-party AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, etc.) to safeguard sensitive data during prompt exchanges and model training
  • Build privacy-preserving data handling frameworks to prevent exfiltration and intellectual property exposure through AI pipelines
  • Partner with each internal security domain (AppSec, Detection, GRC, and Infrastructure Security) to identify repetitive patterns and manual tasks, then increase team velocity by collaborating to automate security processes using AI and modern tooling
  • Drive alignment with emerging AI governance regulations, ensuring SOC 2 readiness for AI-enabled systems
  • Evaluate new AI tools through comprehensive risk assessment and procurement review, streamlining secure adoption processes
  • Partner with AI enablement, data science, IT, and all of the internal security team members to enable secure AI enablement within Homebase
  • Automate security processes and provide guidance on AI risks to technical and business stakeholders, helping every team adopt AI safely and confidently

Skills

AI Security
Security Architecture
Zero-Trust
Identity and Access Management
DLP
Policy Enforcement
MCP
Model Context Protocol
AI Governance
Least Privilege
Audit Trails

Homebase

Workforce management software for hourly employees

About Homebase

Homebase provides a digital platform that helps businesses with hourly workers manage their operations more effectively. The platform includes tools for time tracking, employee scheduling, payroll processing, and messaging. Businesses can use any device to track employee hours, breaks, and overtime, which simplifies payroll preparation by reducing paperwork. Managers can create and adjust schedules online, sharing them instantly with their teams. The payroll service automatically calculates paychecks, processes direct deposits, and files payroll taxes, making payroll management easier for small businesses. Additionally, the built-in messaging feature allows for effective communication between managers and employees, even when they are not in the same location. Homebase primarily serves small businesses and generates revenue by charging for its software and services. The goal of Homebase is to streamline workforce management for businesses that rely on hourly workers.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$183.8MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Stock options
Comprehensive insurance plans
401(k) with 4% company match
Remote, hybrid, and in-office work options
Top-of-the-line equipment and home office
Annual holidays and accrued PTO
Fun company activities

Risks

Increased competition from companies like Deputy could erode Homebase's market share.
Rapid Canadian expansion may strain resources and lead to operational challenges.
Dependency on third-party platforms like Lightspeed poses risks if partnerships change.

Differentiation

Homebase targets hourly workers, a segment often overlooked by HR tech companies.
The platform offers a comprehensive suite of tools for small business workforce management.
Homebase integrates payroll, scheduling, and communication in a single, user-friendly application.

Upsides

Homebase secured $60M in Series D funding, indicating strong investor confidence.
The company is expanding into Canada, doubling its workforce and opening a new office.
Integration with Lightspeed enhances Homebase's capabilities in workforce management.

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