Applications are now open for the Frontier AI Security Residency 2026 in Cambridge, United Kingdom. This prestigious 8-week fully funded residency invites talented researchers, engineers, cybersecurity professionals, and AI experts from around the world to work on real-world challenges in frontier AI security and verification.
The residency will take place from 12 October to 4 December 2026 in Cambridge, UK. Selected participants will collaborate with leading mentors on cutting-edge research projects related to AI security, cybersecurity, hardware verification, AI infrastructure, and secure deployment of advanced AI systems.
The programme aims to develop the next generation of experts capable of addressing emerging security risks associated with frontier artificial intelligence. Around 30 participants will be selected across different research tracks.
Frontier AI Security Residency 2026 Summary
- Program: Frontier AI Security Residency 2026
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Location: Cambridge, UK
- Program Duration: 8 Weeks
- Program Dates: 12 October – 4 December 2026
- Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
- Eligible Nationality: All Nationalities
- Application Deadline: 2 August 2026
This residency is a professional research programme and is suitable for:
- Researchers
- AI Engineers
- Cybersecurity Professionals
- Hardware Security Specialists
- Software Engineers
- Cryptography Experts
- Technical Professionals
- Graduate Students with Strong Technical Skills
- Mid-career and Senior Professionals
Research Areas
Participants can work on a wide range of frontier AI security topics, including:
AI Hardware Security
Hardware Verification
AI Cybersecurity
Model Security
Infrastructure Security
Compute Verification
AI System Verification
Secure AI Deployment
AI Safety Engineering
Advanced Cryptography
Technical AI Governance
AI Red Teaming
Frontier AI Security Research
Financial Benefits
The Frontier AI Security Residency is fully funded and provides:
Competitive living stipend
Round-trip airfare
Visa fee coverage
Visa sponsorship and support
Accommodation assistance
Meals during working hours
Significant computational resources for AI research
Community health and well-being support
Opportunity for incubation grants for selected projects
Possibility of extension support beyond six months for outstanding research projects
Eligible Nationality
Applications are welcome from all nationalities. There are no nationality restrictions, and international participants will receive visa support if selected.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Be at least 18 years of age.
Applicants from any country are eligible.
Demonstrate strong technical knowledge and relevant experience.
Open to cybersecurity professionals at mid-career or senior level.
Suitable for experts in embedded systems and hardware engineering.
Researchers working in cryptography or computer security are encouraged to apply.
Professionals transitioning into AI security are welcome.
Strong software engineers and technical generalists with an interest in AI safety are encouraged to apply.
Must be available to attend the full eight-week residency in Cambridge.
Application Process
Applicants should follow these steps:
Visit the official Frontier AI Security Residency website.
Complete the online application form.
Provide your educational and professional background.
Describe your technical expertise and relevant experience.
Submit any required supporting documents.
Review your application carefully.
Submit the application before the deadline.
Shortlisted candidates may be contacted for additional assessments or interviews.
Why Apply?
The Frontier AI Security Residency provides participants with a unique opportunity to:
Work alongside internationally recognised AI security experts.
Contribute to real-world AI safety research.
Access advanced computational resources.
Expand professional networks within the AI community.
Gain practical experience addressing emerging AI security challenges.
Build expertise in one of the fastest-growing fields in artificial intelligence.
Application Deadline
The last date to apply for the Frontier AI Security Residency 2026 is:
2 August 2026
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible.
Official Call: https://www.securefrontier.ai/
