Offer Description
?? We're Hiring: Cybersecurity Consultant – EU Research & Innovation Projects
Location:
100% Remote (EU)
Organisation:
RakFort Ltd — AI Security & AISecOps Innovation SME
RakFort is expanding!
As an innovation-driven SME specialising in
AI Security, Generative AI Protection, AISecOps, and cybersecurity research
, we're seeking an experienced
Cybersecurity Expert with EC Project Experience
to join us as a
Consultant
.
About RakFort
RakFort develops advanced AI security solutions—including
GuardFort, ModelFort, ScanFort, and RiskFort
—to secure generative AI models, pipelines, and enterprise AI deployments.
We actively contribute to the European cybersecurity ecosystem through participation in
EU-funded projects
, research collaborations, and community-driven AISecOps initiatives.
This role combines
technical cybersecurity expertise
with
EU project involvement
, supporting proposal preparation, research tasks, technical deliverables, and cybersecurity innovation.
Cybersecurity & AI Security (Technical Work)
Support R&D on AI/GenAI security, adversarial ML, and emerging cyber threats.
Conduct penetration testing, threat modelling, and AI pipeline vulnerability assessments.
Contribute to the development and evaluation of RakFort's AI security tools (GuardFort, ModelFort, ScanFort, RiskFort).
Support secure-by-design architectures across AI, IoT, cloud, and data-driven environments.
EU Project & Funding Responsibilities
Contribute technical content for EU proposals (DIGITAL, Horizon Europe, etc.).
Monitor and analyse funding opportunities across Horizon Europe, regional programmes, and cascade funding mechanisms.
Lead the end-to-end proposal preparation process, including consortium building, work plan design, budgeting (as needed), and submission.
Align new funding opportunities with RakFort's technology roadmap and business strategy.
Develop and maintain strong networks with universities, research centres, SMEs, large industry partners, and public agencies.
Represent RakFort at agency meetings, brokerage events, info days, and workshops across Europe.
Participate in consortium meetings, technical reviews, and collaborative project sessions.
Project Management & Coordination
Support work plan sections, technical deliverables, project reports, and documentation.
Coordinate post-award project management activities, including deliverables, reporting, and communication with partners.
Ensure structured documentation aligned with EU project standards.
Manage internal communication across technical, administrative, and management teams throughout proposal and project phases.
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100% Remote — Work from anywhere
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Flexible hours — You set your schedule
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Autonomous work style — We value your contributions, not the number of hours you work
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Work with international partners in EU-funded research
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Grow within a fast-moving AI Security SME
This is a
contribution-based consultant role
, where compensation is linked to the outcome of
successful EU project funding
Compensation and its model will be discussed in the interview (negotiable).
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After successful EC project funding:
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RakFort will offer the candidate a full-time position, if the candidate is interested
(subject to an agreement which will be drawn up)
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VISA sponsorship will be provided for non-EU candidates if the above step is initiated
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Why Join RakFort?
Work on cutting-edge
AI Security and AISecOps
technologies.
Contribute to securing AI systems across Europe.
Collaborate with leading EU researchers, SMEs, and industry partners.
Play a meaningful role in shaping the future of secure AI.
Where to apply
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Requirements
Research Field Computer science » Other
Education Level PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
Master's degree with relevant coursework
PhD is an advantage
Specific Requirements
Must-Have
Strong background in cybersecurity (AI security, penetration testing, adversarial ML, threat analysis, etc.).
Experience in
EU-funded projects
(Horizon Europe, DIGITAL, LIFE, or similar).
Excellent communication skills in English.
Ability to work independently with high-quality output.
Strong organisational and documentation skills.
Nice to Have
Knowledge of Generative AI security, AISecOps, or adversarial ML.
Familiarity with GDPR, EU AI Act, or cybersecurity compliance frameworks.
Experience writing or contributing to R&D proposals/deliverables.
Collaboration experience with research or industry partners.
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