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This role establishes practical AI governance, ensures responsible and secure use of AI capabilities, and partners with cybersecurity, engineering, and program management stakeholders to deliver measurable value while maintaining compliance, privacy, and audit readiness under the strategic oversight of the Agency CIO/PMO. Possess the ability to fulfill any and all office activities normally expected in an office setting, to include, but not limited to: remaining seated for periods of time to perform computer entry, participating in filing activity, lifting and carrying office supplies.

Overview:
The AI/Advanced Technology Lead provides technical leadership for evaluating, piloting, and integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and other advanced technologies to improve Agency IT and cybersecurity outcomes. This role establishes practical AI governance, ensures responsible and secure use of AI capabilities, and partners with cybersecurity, engineering, and program management stakeholders to deliver measurable value while maintaining compliance, privacy, and audit readiness under the strategic oversight of the Agency CIO/PMO.

Responsibilities:
<ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Lead identification and prioritization of AI/advanced-technology use cases that improve cybersecurity operations, continuous monitoring, reporting quality, and workflow efficiency.</li><li>Define and implement AI governance practices, including intake, approval, model/data controls, documentation standards, and monitoring for performance and risk.</li><li>Design and oversee AI/ML integration into Agency workflows and platforms (e.g., security operations, documentation management, metrics automation) while ensuring traceability and maintainability.</li><li>Ensure AI solutions align with federal cybersecurity and privacy expectations by coordinating with cybersecurity leadership on control implementation, risk assessments, and secure architecture patterns.</li><li>Develop and maintain AI-related policies, procedures, and technical guidance (e.g., prompt handling, data usage rules, model access, and testing) aligned with applicable federal guidance and Agency governance.</li><li>Support audit readiness by producing and maintaining documentation for AI solutions (e.g., system descriptions, data flows, testing evidence, approvals, and change records) suitable for internal review and external audits.</li><li>Partner with incident response and threat intelligence stakeholders to assess AI-related threats (e.g., prompt injection, data leakage, model misuse) and define mitigations, monitoring, and response playbooks.</li><li>Collaborate with systems engineering and enterprise architecture stakeholders to integrate AI capabilities into modernization planning, ensuring interoperability, scalability, and compliance.</li><li>Establish measurement plans and success metrics for AI pilots and deployments; provide recurring updates to the Agency CIO/PMO and stakeholders on outcomes, risks, and next steps.</li></ul>

Qualifications:
Required Qualifications<ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, AI, or a related field.</li><li>5+ years of experience in AI/ML integration and governance.</li><li>Experience with platforms such as Azure AI, OpenAI, and/or TensorFlow.</li><li>Knowledge of AI risk frameworks (e.g., NIST AI RMF).</li><li>Ability to translate business and mission needs into implementable AI solutions, including requirements definition, pilot planning, and operational handoff.</li><li>Strong communication skills for explaining AI concepts, risks, and tradeoffs to technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li></ul> Preferred Qualifications<ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Experience implementing responsible AI controls in regulated environments (e.g., data minimization, access control, human-in-the-loop review, and monitoring).</li><li>Familiarity with NIST cybersecurity concepts and federal compliance environments (e.g., system authorization documentation, audit evidence practices, and change control).</li><li>Experience building retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) solutions and knowledge management workflows using approved enterprise repositories.</li><li>Experience integrating AI capabilities with security operations tooling, ticketing/workflow platforms, or reporting pipelines.</li><li>Ability to prototype quickly while producing the documentation and controls required for operational deployment.</li></ul> Core Competencies and Deliverables<ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>AI use-case backlog with prioritization rationale, success metrics, and implementation roadmap.</li><li>AI governance artifacts (e.g., intake/approval workflow, risk assessments, model/data inventories, and monitoring plans).</li><li>Pilot and deployment documentation (e.g., architecture diagrams, data-flow descriptions, testing/validation results, and operational runbooks).</li><li>Security and privacy recommendations for AI solutions, including threat modeling outputs and mitigation tracking.</li><li>Change records and audit-ready evidence packages for AI-related implementations.</li><li>Recurring stakeholder updates summarizing progress, outcomes, risks/issues, and next steps.</li></ul> Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. <ul><li style="border:none">While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.</li></ul><ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Possess the ability to fulfill any and all office activities normally expected in an office setting, to include, but not limited to:  remaining seated for periods of time to perform computer entry, participating in filing activity, lifting and carrying office supplies.</li><li>The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifteen (15) pounds.</li><li>May require more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position.</li><li>Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding).</li></ul> Work Environment:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul style="margin-top:0in"><li style="border:none">May work prolonged or irregular hours.</li><li style="border:none">Frequent local travel; occasional statewide or out-of-state travel.</li><li style="border:none">The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.</li><li style="border:none">Exposure to general office conditions while conducting office duties.</li></ul> Working at Edgewater Federal Solutions:Edgewater Federal Solutions is a privately held government contracting firm located in Frederick, MD. The company was founded in 2002 with the vision of being highly recognized and admired for supporting customer missions through employee empowerment, exceptional services, and timely delivery. Edgewater Federal Solutions is ISO 9001, 20000-1, 270001 certified, appraised at CMMI Level 3 Maturity for Development and Services, and has been named in the Top Workplaces in the Greater Washington Area Companies since 2018. Edgewater Federal Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It has been and continues to be our policy to provide equal employment to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender,  national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status and/or other status protected by applicable law.

Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc.

AI - Advanced Technology Lead

Access Control

Administrative Skills

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Automation

Backlog Prioritization

Business Skills

Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI)

Change Control

Communication Skills

Computer Security

Customer Support/Service

Data Analysis

Data Modeling

Data Science

Document Management

Documentation

Documentation Standards

Enterprise Architecture

Environmental Compliance

Establish Priorities

External Audit

Federal Government

Government Contracts

ISO 9001

Incident Response

Injections

Internal Audit

Internet Security

Interoperability

Inventory Planning

Knowledge Management

Leadership

Machine Tool

Maintain Compliance

Metrics

Microsoft Windows Azure

Operational Improvement

Operations Management

Operations Planning

Performance Analysis

Physical Demands

Privacy Controls

Problem Solving Skills

Project/Program Management

Prototyping

Quality Monitoring

Requirements Management

Risk

Risk Analysis

Risk Management

Systems Engineering

Technical Leadership

Threat Modeling

Time Management

Traceability

U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

Use Cases

Validation Testing

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The ideal candidate will have a proven track record designing and implementing successful data and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) solutions, is a strategic thinker with a strong technical background, has exceptional communication, problem-solving skills, with a mindset of continuous learning and curiosity leading to tangible results. This individual will be part of the Data Technology group within the Digital Engineering Solutions team, helping to drive strategic Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) initiatives using cutting-edge data technologies and analytics to deliver actionable business insights and robust solutions for AEC professionals and client outcomes.

42372BR Requisition ID: 42372BR Business Unit: COR Job Description: CDM Smith is seeking a Lead Data and AI Architect to join our Digital Engineering Solutions team. This individual will be part of the Data Technology group within the Digital Engineering Solutions team, helping to drive strategic Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) initiatives using cutting-edge data technologies and analytics to deliver actionable business insights and robust solutions for AEC professionals and client outcomes. The Data Technology group will lead the firm in AEC-focused Business Intelligence and data services by providing architectural guidance, technological vision, and solution development. The Data Technology group will specifically utilize advanced analytics, data science, and AI/ML to give our business and our products a competitive advantage. It includes understanding and managing the data, how it interconnects, and architecting & engineering data for self-serve BI and BA opportunities. This position is for a person who has demonstrated excellence in data architecture capabilities, experienced with data technology and processes, and enjoys framing a problem, shaping and creating solutions, and helping to lead and champion implementation. As a member of the Digital Engineering Solutions team, the Data Technology group will also engage in research and development and provide guidance and oversight to the AEC practices at CDM Smith, engaging in new product research, testing, and the incubation of data technology-related ideas that arise from around the company. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record designing and implementing successful data and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) solutions, is a strategic thinker with a strong technical background, has exceptional communication, problem-solving skills, with a mindset of continuous learning and curiosity leading to tangible results. Under the direction of the Data Technology Leader, the duties and responsibilities for this position include: • Develop and design the architecture for various data and AI solutions, ensuring each solution is scalable, secure, and reliable. • Engage with our business units to understand their requirements and translate them into technical requirements and designs. • Create data and AI architectural solutions to complex architecture, engineering, and environmental science problems. • Design and implement strategies to scale data and AI solutions across different business units. • Create detailed architecture and technical design docs for our data and AI solutions. • Assist with initiatives and efforts, as part of a collaborative team, with your data scientists, data engineers, data analysts, and stakeholders. • Eagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary team across a global practice. • Stay abreast of the latest developments and advancements, including new and emerging technologies & best practices and new tools & software applications and how they could impact CDM Smith. • Assist with the development of documentation, standards, best practices, and workflows for data technology hardware/software in use across the business. • Present to external audiences as needed. • Assist with marketing, communications, and business development descriptions and activities as needed. • Assist with internal and external website descriptions as needed. • Perform other duties as required. #LI-LP1 #LI-REMOTE Job Title: Lead Data & AI Architect Group: COR Employment Type: Regular Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree. • 8 years of related experience. • Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. EEO Statement: We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Why CDM Smith?: Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith) Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold. Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family. Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world. Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide Agency Disclaimer: All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee. Amount of Travel Required: 0% Assignment Category: Fulltime-Regular Visa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position Skills and Abilities: • Advanced understanding and experience with all functions of the data management lifecycle including data governance, data architecture, data integration, metadata management, data development, data quality management, data administration, security & operations, data stewardship and master data management. • Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services and Databricks. • Understands the principles of the Azure well-architected framework and can apply those principles to our Data and AI solution. • Expert knowledge and proven ability to develop highly complex data and AI architectures. Inquisitive, with a desire to ask questions and get a deeper understanding of business and data challenges. • Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate well with people from both technical and non-technical backgrounds. Ability to listen, build rapport, and credibility as a strategic and diplomatic partner with our business units. • Innovative and able to apply critical thinking skills to generate new solutions/ideas that create value and improve processes. • Detail oriented with the ability to assist with executing highly complex or specialized projects. Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing. Pay Range Minimum: $121,368 Pay Range Maximum: $212,368 Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. Work Location Options: Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate. Additional Pay Range Information: The pay range for this position is listed above. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for this position based on the geographic location assigned to the position. Please note that pay ranges vary based on geographic location. In addition to geographic location, the company considers several other factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, the candidate’s work experience, education/training and key skills. Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

CDM Smith

Lead Data & AI Architect

Our government relations consulting business area allows us to represent and support leaders in the defense, aerospace, intelligence, and related industries with decades of experience in market analysis and strategic planning. As an SBA-certified HUBZone small business, Velos combines agile and highly skilled engineering and technical support-delivering unmatched execution to our customers.

Velos is a full-service engineering and technical services company supporting agencies such as the DoD NASA, and NOAA. As an SBA-certified HUBZone small business, Velos combines agile and highly skilled engineering and technical support-delivering unmatched execution to our customers. Our government relations consulting business area allows us to represent and support leaders in the defense, aerospace, intelligence, and related industries with decades of experience in market analysis and strategic planning. We are looking for highly qualified candidates for an upcoming contract positioned onsite at the Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM supporting the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) SSHINE contract. Spacecraft AI&T Engineer:Qualified candidates are knowledgeable spacecraft Assembly, Integration, and Test engineers with experience working on classified programs. Launch site experience preferred. Roles and Responsibilities:Supports the assembly, integration, and testing activities for satellite systems, ensuring the deployment and operation of satellites. Defines and procures ground support equipment (GSE) for testing and integration activities. Develops and executes satellite integration and testing procedures, including environmental tests such as vibration, thermal vacuum, and electromagnetic interference. Manages the verification and validation process, ensuring compliance with requirements and standards. Coordinates with cross-functional teams, including design, mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers, to integrate and test satellite subsystems and components. Conducts risk assessments, identifies potential issues, and implements mitigation strategies to ensure the reliability and safety of satellite operations. Participates in the spacecraft unit qualification test campaigns and supports launch site operations. Maintains detailed documentation of integration and testing activities, including test plans, procedures, and results. Collaborates with external vendors and stakeholders, providing technical expertise and ensuring adherence to project timelines and budgets. Ensures adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards throughout the assembly, integration, and testing process. Education Requirements:<ul><li style="line-height:normal">10+ years of experience with BS degree or 5+ years of experience with MS degree or 0+ years of experience with PhD degree.</li></ul> Clearance Requirements:<ul><li style="line-height:normal">TS with ability to obtain SCI.</li><li style="line-height:normal">Please Note: U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.</li></ul>Velos offers a competitive benefits package including PTO, 401K, and health benefits. Velos is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sex, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Velos

Spacecraft AI&T Engineer - Clearance Required

Aerospace and Defense

Air Force

Budgeting

Campaigns

Consulting

Cross-Functional

Electrical Engineering

Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)

Government Relations

Identify Issues

Integration Testing

Market Analysis

Mechanical Design

Operational Support

Purchasing/Procurement

Quality Assurance Methodology

Regulations

Regulatory Compliance

Research Laboratory

Safety/Work Safety

Satellite Operations

Small Business

Strategic Planning

Technical Delivery

Technical Support

Test Plan/Schedule

Testing

Unit Test

United States Citizen

United States Department of Defense (DoD)

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