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Data Scientist – AI / ML, Python, Scripting, Cyber Security

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Data Scientist – AI / ML, Python, Scripting, Cyber SecurityUp to £495 per day (Inside IR35)London (3 days per week in London office)6 Months initial contractMy client is an instantly recognisable Insurance firm who are looking for a Data Scientist with demonstrable experience in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) apanied with Python scripting skills to play a critical role in performing enhanced Risk assessments of where AI is being utilised, deemed to be a material risk to the organisation, and to propose appropriate controls.Key Requirements:

Demonstrable experience in Data Science, with particular focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) Proficiency in Python / Bash scripting Ability to perform enhanced Risk assessments of where AI is being utilised Capability of proposing appropriate controls where material risk to the organisation is identified Rmend and improve existing Security risk assessment methodology forplex AI systems Develop threat models for AI systems Ability to easily translate highly technical jargon andplex IT risks into business language for non-technical audiences Flexible approach towards hybrid working Full eligibility to work in the UK without restrictions (no sponsorship available)

Nice to have:Demonstrable experience with LLMs and strong understanding of AI / ML frameworks and familiarity with TensorFlow / PyTorch etcDegree educated inputer Science / AI related subjectsPrevious experience in the Insurance industryPrevious experience of working within Cyber Security environmentsWorking knowledge of SQL / Statistical Programming Languages such as RImmediate availability

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