Lakera
The Research Internship at Lakera focuses on advancing AI security through the design and implementation of scalable security foundation models. Interns will lead initiatives such as optimizing distributed training pipelines and developing novel architectures for large language models, ensuring their research translates into real-world security solutions for organizations. The role requires a passion for building impactful AI systems and a strong background in machine learning, aiming to shape the future of AI security in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
Headquarters
San Francisco, California, United States
Company Size
11-50 employees
Founded
2021
Lakera is an AI-native security platform designed to enhance security for generative AI (GenAI) initiatives, catering to enterprise needs. It provides solutions like Lakera Guard for runtime protection, Lakera Red for risk-based red teaming, and various AI security tools that prevent threats such as prompt injections and data leakage. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies and backed by a large AI red team, Lakera emphasizes real-time threat detection, ultra-low latency, and comprehensive compliance to ensure safe and robust deployment of AI applications. Additionally, Lakera fosters a community through its engagement in cybersecurity challenges and educational resources.
Check Point Acquires Lakera to Deliver End-to-End AI Security for Enterprises
Sep 16, 2025
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Check Point acquires Lakera in $300 million deal to expand AI security
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Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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