AI SME with Security Clearance

AI SME

Long-term with Insight Global
Location: based out of Arlington, VA (100% onsite)
Clearance: TS/SCI
Rate: $60.10-88.84/hour Project Overview: · An Insight Global customer is seeking an AI Subject Matter Expert to enhance cyber defense operations for U.S. Government agencies experiencing cyber-attacks. · The role involves investigating breaches, developing mitigation plans, and restoring services.

Responsibilities: · Strategic Vision: Define AI-enhanced security capabilities aligned with risk posture. · Use Case Identification: Evaluate AI/ML for cyber defense, threat detection, incident response, and security operations. · Technology Assessment: Analyze emerging AI for security challenges (anomaly detection, threat intelligence, automated response). · Threat Landscape: Stay current on AI threats, adversarial AI, and AI-powered attacks. · Communication: Act as a liaison between technical teams, security operators, and business stakeholders. · Solution Development: Translate cybersecurity needs into AI specifications and evaluate AI platforms/tools. · Roadmap & Project Management: Develop AI cybersecurity roadmaps, manage cross-functional teams, track progress, manage risks, and report to executives. · Implementation & Compliance: Ensure AI implementations meet security, privacy, and compliance requirements.

Understand model training, validation, and deployment. · Integration & Change Management: Design strategies for AI tool integration and develop training materials.

Requirements: · Active TS/SCI clearance, eligible for DHS Suitability. · Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field (Master's preferred). · 10+ years directly relevant experience. · 5+ years in cybersecurity or related technical roles. · 3+ years with AI/ML technologies or data-driven security solutions. · 3+ years in project/program management or technical leadership. · Envision long-term AI security capabilities and create actionable paths. · Understanding of ML fundamentals, neural networks, NLP, and AI model lifecycle. · Familiarity with security operations, defense frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK), SIEM/SOAR, and security architecture. · Knowledge of use cases like behavioral analytics, threat hunting, malware analysis, phishing detection, and vulnerability management. · Proven roadmap development, complex project management (Agile, Waterfall), proficiency with PM tools (Jira, MS Project, Asana). · CISSP, CISM, PMP, PMI-ACP, or AI/ML certifications
Nice to Have: · Securing AI systems, using AI in defense (SOC), and thwarting AI-enabled attacks. · Background in data engineering, security analytics, or threat intelligence. · Familiarity with cloud security platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). · Knowledge of AI governance, ethics, and responsible AI principles. · Understanding of regulatory requirements (GDPR, CCPA). · Experience with automation and orchestration platforms. _____________________________________________________________________________________

• Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Employees in this role will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one of employment, including options for medical, dental, and vision insurance. Eligibility to enroll in the 401(k) retirement plan begins after 90 days of employment. Additionally, employees in this role will have access to paid sick leave and other paid time off benefits as required under the applicable law of the worksite location.