AI Red Teaming Associate Certification (AIRTA+)
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Protect cutting-edge AI systems from malicious attacks. Earn your industry-recognized certification and accelerate your career in AI security.
AI Red Teaming Demand Grew by 200% in 2024
Read MoreAverage salary for AI Red Teamers with 2+ years of experience
Growth in AI Red Teaming demand in 2024, as reported by HackerOne
Projected AI cybersecurity market size by 2030, from $24.3B in 2023
About the AI Red Teaming Associate Certification (AIRTA+)
Our AI Red Teaming Associate (AIRTA+) Certification is designed for cybersecurity professionals, AI safety specialists, AI product managers, and GenAI developers seeking to validate their skills in attacking and securing large language models (LLMs). Developed by leading experts—including the organizer of HackAPrompt, the largest AI Safety competition ever run—the certification assesses your ability to identify vulnerabilities in generative AI systems and defend them against prompt injections, jailbreaks, and other adversarial attacks.
By passing this exam, you'll join an elite group of professionals at the forefront of AI security, and gain access to advanced red teaming job opportunities through our exclusive job board.
Benefits of Getting Certified
Industry Recognition
Show your official AIRTA+ badge on LinkedIn and let recruiters know you're in the top 1% of AI Red Teaming experts.
Career Growth
Enjoy exclusive job postings, salary data, and insider leads to the hottest AI security roles.
Practical Skills
Gain hands-on hacking experience with real generative AI models—build a portfolio that sets you apart.
How to Prepare for the Exam
Live AI Red Teaming Masterclass
Our flagship 6-week course on AI security and generative AI red teaming led by Sander Schulhoff, creator of HackAPrompt.
Covers everything from fundamental threat modeling to advanced prompt hacking.
Official Study Guides & Resources
Download checklists, sample questions, and recommended reading materials to master key AI/ML security concepts.
Meet the Certification Body: Learn Prompting
Learn Prompting Achievements
Created the 1st Prompt Engineering Course on the Internet with 3M+ people trained worldwide
Partnered with OpenAI to create a course on ChatGPT
Trained 3,000,000+ professionals in Generative AI worldwide
Organizers of HackAPrompt—the 1st & largest AI Red Teaming competition ever held
Created by the leading Generative AI researchers who've co-authored AI research papers with OpenAI, HuggingFace, Microsoft, & more
Meet Your Expert Instructor
Sander Schulhoff
Award-winning AI researcher and Co-Founder of Learn Prompting, who's Authored research papers with OpenAI, Microsoft, ScaleAI, US Federal Reserve, and more.
Awarded Best Paper at EMNLP 2023
Selected from over 20,000 submissions worldwide
Industry Leader
Presented at OpenAI, Microsoft, Stanford, Dropbox
Leader in AI Security
Organized HackAPrompt, the 1st AI Red Teaming competition, cited by OpenAI 3x in their research papers
Research Excellence
Published with OpenAI, Scale AI, Hugging Face, Microsoft
Best Theme Paper
EMNLP 2023 Conference
Cited by OpenAI in Instruction Hierarchy paper
Referenced in Automated Red Teaming report
Selected from 20,000+ research submissions
HackAPrompt Playground
Elevate Your Skills with Hands-On AI Red Teaming
Get hands-on practice with the world's largest AI Red Teaming environment—used by over 3,300 participants worldwide. Developed in partnership with OpenAI, Scale AI, and Hugging Face to gather the largest dataset of malicious prompts ever collected.
First & Largest AI Red Teaming Challenge: Validated by thousands of AI hackers
Award-Winning Research: HackAPrompt won Best Theme Paper at EMNLP 2023, chosen from 20,000+ submissions
Proven Real-World Impact: Cited by OpenAI's Automated Red Teaming and Instruction Hierarchy papers, helping make LLMs significantly safer
What Our Graduates Say
"Hands-on teaching and learning. Good intros and an opportunity to work through assignments."
Andy Purdy
CISO of Huawei
"The folks at Learn Prompting do a great job!"
Logan Kilpatrick
Head of Developer Relations at OpenAI
The AI Red Teaming Revolution
As AI systems become more critical to business operations, the demand for AI Red Teaming expertise has never been higher.
For AI Red Teamers with 2+ years of cybersecurity experience
HackerOne reports unprecedented growth in AI Red Teaming services
Global AI security market projected to reach $15.6B by 2026
Why AI Red Teaming Matters Now
The scope of AI's capabilities in 2024 is broader than ever: large language models are penning news articles, generative AI systems are coding entire web apps, and AI chatbots are supporting millions of customers each day. Unlike traditional software, which can be audited with predictable security checklists, AI systems are fluid. They adapt to context, prompts, and continuous learning, creating unprecedented attack surfaces.
Red teams must think like adversaries, probing for ways AI could produce harmful, biased, or even illegal content. This is especially critical when malicious users might "trick" or overwhelm these models into revealing trade secrets, generating weaponization instructions, or perpetuating harmful stereotypes. The stakes are high—both legally and reputationally.
Government Mandates and Global Convergence
What once was a novel security practice is fast becoming an international regulatory requirement. Governments from the U.S. to the EU and beyond are moving toward mandates that all high-risk AI deployments be tested using adversarial (red team) methods before going live.
In the U.S., the White House's sweeping executive order on AI explicitly calls for "structured testing" to find flaws and vulnerabilities. Major summits—from the G7 gatherings to the Bletchley Declaration—have underscored the importance of red teaming to address risks posed by generative AI.
Leading Governments
Regulatory frameworks being established worldwide:
A New Career Path Emerges
This rapid expansion of AI Red Teaming has created a vibrant job market for security professionals. Organizations are seeking experts who can blend traditional cybersecurity tactics with an advanced understanding of large language models and generative AI.
Positions advertised as "AI Security Specialist" or "AI Red Teamer" command six-figure salaries; industry data suggests a median total pay near $178,000, with some postings reaching well into the $200,000 range.
Operationalizing AI Red Teaming
Role-Play Testing
Test chatbots for potential discriminatory responses or proprietary data leaks
Image Generation Testing
Verify AI models against creating harmful or prohibited content
Advanced Infiltration
Execute prompt injection and code manipulation tests
The Road Ahead
AI is rapidly permeating every facet of commerce and society, making the question of "if" you should adopt AI security practices obsolete—now, it's about "how fast" you can incorporate them. Multinational brands and even entire government agencies are forging ahead with mandatory AI Red Teaming requirements, ensuring their generative AI models adhere to safety and regulatory standards.
As the world continues its march toward ubiquitous AI adoption, organizations will only scale up their demand for AI security professionals. The AI Red Teamer will serve as a vital guardrail—a creative, investigative professional bridging the gap between innovative AI solutions and robust risk mitigation.
Learn Prompt Hacking in 7 Days
Master the fundamentals of LLM security with our free 7-day course. Each day, you'll receive a comprehensive lesson covering:
Day 1: Why LLM Security Matters
Day 2-3: Prompt Hacking Types & Intents
Day 4-5: Common Attacks & Defense Strategies
Day 6-7: Future Challenges & Next Steps
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How to Enroll
Professional Live Course + Exam
Interactive live sessions with expert instruction
- 6-week live course with Sander
- 2 Exam attempts
- Interactive Q&A sessions
- Real-world projects & feedback
Enterprise
- Team training packages
- Bulk exam licenses
- Custom training solutions
- Priority support
100% Money-Back Guarantee
If you're not satisfied with your certification experience within the first 30 days, we'll refund your payment in full. No questions asked.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I schedule my exam?
Once you're ready, simply fill out this form to select your exam date. Our team will send you a confirmation with instructions.
What if I fail the exam on my first attempt?
You can retake the exam for a reduced fee. We also offer personalized study plans and supplemental resources to help you succeed.
How long does the certification remain valid?
Your certification is valid for 1 year. We encourage you to stay updated with our continuing education modules for re-certification.
What if I need special accommodations?
Please contact our support team at [email protected]. We strive to make the exam accessible to everyone.
Are there group or enterprise licenses available?
Absolutely! We offer custom packages so your entire team can become certified. Reach out to [email protected] for details.
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