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Abdul Syed

AI Security Engineer
UTC-08:00
Canada
Toptal Member Since April 3, 2026

Abdul is a cybersecurity expert and CISM-certified professional specializing in threat detection, incident response, GRC, security architecture, application security, and AI-driven security solutions. With a master's in engineering and 10+ years of experience in enterprise environments, he delivers practical, results-driven security solutions. Clients trust Abdul to find and fix vulnerabilities, reduce risk, and build resilient defenses from day 1.

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Daniel Kabagema

AI Security Engineer
UTC-05:00
Canada
Toptal Member Since June 23, 2026

Daniel is a senior cybersecurity architect with 15+ years of experience delivering cloud security, AI security, IAM, application security, and enterprise risk management solutions. He has advised CISOs, CIOs, and executive teams on security strategy, Zero Trust, compliance, and digital transformation initiatives, helping organizations build secure, scalable, and resilient technology platforms.

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Roni Chen

AI Security Engineer
UTC-05:00
Canada
Toptal Member Since May 12, 2026

Roni is a security engineer with 7+ years of experience in detection engineering, threat hunting, incident response, and fraud prevention across enterprise environments. She specializes in building scalable security analytics, SIEM detections, and automation workflows using Splunk, Python, and cloud technologies. Roni improves visibility, reduces false positives, and strengthens security operations.

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Ahmed Sunny, PhD

AI Security Engineer
UTC-05:00
United States
Toptal Member Since September 19, 2025

Ahmed is a senior cybersecurity engineer specializing in automotive and ADAS security, with expertise in intrusion detection, threat modeling, risk analysis, and security architecture for software-defined vehicles. He currently works on ADAS security and risk assurance at Woven by Toyota. Previously, Ahmed contributed to the design of vehicle intrusion detection architectures at General Motors. He specializes in AI/ML security and governance aligned with ISO/IEC 42001 AI Management System.

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Magno Rodrigues de Oliveira

AI Security Engineer
UTC-05:00
Canada
Toptal Member Since July 14, 2026

Magno is a staff product security engineer with over 15 years of experience in offensive security, secure development, and developer enablement for clients such as Jane Software, Okta, and Trend Micro. His primary expertise is in penetration testing, DevSecOps, and cloud and container security for technology and financial industries, where Magno thrives in cross-functional engineering environments. He engineered org-wide AI security guardrails and automated secure code review while at Jane.

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Blessed Uyo

AI Security Engineer
UTC+00:00
Portugal
Toptal Member Since April 6, 2022

Blessed is a principal InfoSec, cyber, and AI security engineer with 10+ years of experience aligning enterprise security architecture, policies, and processes with standards to meet business goals. He excels at designing and implementing solutions for cyber defense teams, applying advanced AI security and governance controls, and pentesting. Blessed has led red/blue teams, implemented ISO 27001 ISMS, and operated as a security lead in a fast-paced DevSecOps environment.

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Milos Zivadinovic

AI Security Engineer
UTC+01:00
Serbia
Toptal Member Since June 6, 2022

Milos is a highly versatile security engineer with a focus on AI security and a background in software engineering, besides working on his PhD degree. He focuses on cybersecurity and has a holistic approach, including social engineering, infrastructure, and CI/CD. Milos is knowledgeable in various languages, such as JavaScript, .NET, and Python. Currently, he is focused on AI security, model security, and ISO 27001 certification.

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Branko Džakula

AI Security Engineer
UTC+01:00
Germany
Toptal Member Since December 27, 2023

Branko is a cybersecurity entrepreneur and educator with 12 years of experience in cybersecurity ops and compliance. His expertise in implementing security frameworks and hands-on technical skills ensure data and IT assets are safeguarded to the highest standards. Branko has driven impressive growth, securing over $5M in funding for his ventures and over $3M in ARR. He teaches clients how to turn security into a lead magnet and a revenue driver to increase brand trust and business growth.

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Ifeoma Nwajei

AI Security Engineer
UTC+01:00
Nigeria
Toptal Member Since March 25, 2026

Ifeoma is a thoughtful and collaborative cybersecurity professional who is known for bringing clarity, structure, and calm to complex environments. She communicates effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, builds strong relationships across teams, and approaches challenges with a practical, solutions-focused mindset. Ifeoma is highly organized, dependable, and comfortable taking ownership of ambiguous or sensitive work.

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Mariia Tiurina

AI Security Engineer
UTC+02:00
Israel
Toptal Member Since July 14, 2026

Mariia is a senior application security engineer with over five years of experience in application and product security for clients such as Outseer, EPAM Systems, and OANDA. She specializes in threat modeling, secure design reviews, and vulnerability management for fintech and SaaS environments. Mariia won the Threat Modeling Hackathon at OANDA by building a reproducible research artifact that clearly separated discovery, exploit proof, and verdict.

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Ayman Abdul kareem

AI Security Engineer
UTC+04:00
United Arab Emirates
Toptal Member Since November 27, 2025

Ayman is a security architect, senior product security expert, and senior penetration tester with 8.5 years of experience securing applications and infrastructure. He currently drives initiatives in AI security, DevSecOps, cloud security, and security architecture. Ayman consistently bridges the gap between engineering and risk management to build resilient systems.

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A Toptal client advisor will work with you to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics.
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Within days, we’ll introduce you to the right AI security specialist for your project. Average time to match is under 24 hours.
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Work with your new AI security expert for a trial period (pay only if satisfied), ensuring they’re the right fit before starting the engagement.

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  • Typically, you can hire AI security engineers with Toptal in about 48 hours. For larger teams of talent or full end-to-end project delivery, timelines may vary. Our talent matchers are highly skilled in the same fields they’re matching in—they’re not recruiters or HR reps. They’ll work with you to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics, and match you with ideal candidates from our vetted global talent network.

    Once you select your AI security expert, you’ll have a no-risk trial period to ensure they’re the perfect fit. Our matching process has a 98% trial-to-hire rate, so you can rest assured that you’re getting the best fit every time.

  • To hire the right AI security developer, it’s important to evaluate a candidate’s experience, technical skills, and communication skills. You’ll also want to consider the fit with your particular industry, company, and project. Toptal’s rigorous screening process ensures that every member of our network has excellent experience and skills, and our team will match you with the perfect AI security engineers for your project.

  • At Toptal, we thoroughly screen our AI security engineers to ensure we only match you with the highest caliber of talent. Of the more than 200,000 people who apply to join the Toptal network each year, fewer than 3% make the cut.

    In addition to screening for industry-leading expertise, we also assess candidates’ language and interpersonal skills to ensure that you have a smooth working relationship.

    When you hire AI security specialists with Toptal, you’ll always work with world-class, custom-matched AI security engineers ready to help you achieve your goals.

  • You can hire AI security experts on an hourly, part-time, or full-time basis. Toptal can also manage the project end-to-end based on your specific requirements as part of our Consulting and Services offerings. Whether you hire a AI security engineer for a full- or part-time position, you’ll have the control and flexibility to scale your team up or down as your needs evolve. Our AI security engineers can fully integrate into your existing team for a seamless working experience.

  • We make sure that each engagement between you and your AI security engineer begins with a trial period of up to two weeks. This means that you have time to confirm the engagement will be successful. If you’re completely satisfied with the results, we’ll bill you for the time and continue the engagement for as long as you’d like. If you’re not completely satisfied, you won’t be billed. From there, we can either part ways, or we can provide you with another AI security engineer who may be a better fit and with whom we will begin a second, no-risk trial.

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    Our talent network is composed of thoroughly vetted professionals who ramp up quickly, function as essential team members, and deliver results.

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    Precise Matching

    Our experienced talent matchers specialize in identifying talent that fits your needs. They work to understand your exact requirements and hand-select the best professionals for your project.

  • Seamless Hiring

    Seamless Hiring

    We handle all aspects of billing, payments, and NDAs, streamlining the hiring process so you can focus on innovation, not overhead.

  • No-risk Trial Period

    No-risk Trial Period

    We want to be sure your engagement is a total success, so we offer a no-risk trial period. Work with your new hire for up to two weeks and pay only if you’re satisfied.

  • Effortless Scaling

    Effortless Scaling

    We help you scale your team up or down as needed, with quick and efficient hiring in under 48 hours.

  • Flexible Engagements

    Flexible Engagements

    Our flexible engagement models allow you to choose the engagement type that suits your needs and adjust it anytime: hourly, part time, or full time.

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