INTERMEDIATE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE SME - LS99 (Information Technology)

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE SME

DESCRIPTION:

OSS is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business headquartered in Huntsville, AL.  We are focused on “Making a Difference” in the lives of our Department of Defense Customers, Communities and Employees.  Our greatest strength is our people.  We expect competence and character and look for uniquely skilled and passionate individuals bound by a collective vision to bring their best to our mission.  OSS believes in taking great care of our employees, evidenced by our exemplary benefits package: OSS covers 75% of the monthly insurance cost towards employee Health Insurance, we offer multiple Principal product options, and we have a fantastic 401k plan match with eligibility starting on first payroll.  If you are interested in an opportunity to join a great mission, supporting awesome customers with a growing company, please reach out to us to learn more! 

OVERVIEW:

SME shall lead ongoing research into current and emerging trends in artificial intelligence (AI), influencing policy and developing best practices for AI security and application testing.

The ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE SME will:

• The SME will serve as the Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning Team Lead, who will lead exploration of cutting-edge AI frameworks and methodologies, conducting in-depth research to understand their capabilities and applications. The lead will be responsible for the team's documentation of the entire lifecycle of AI model creation, deployment, and operation, focusing on identifying potential risks and vulnerabilities inherent in each phase. The team's expertise will be pivotal in developing robust strategies and frameworks for securing AI/ML applications, ensuring they adhere to industry standards and regulatory requirements. Additionally, the lead will establish and refine testing procedures specifically tailored to assess the security posture of AI/ML models and algorithms. This includes devising methodologies to simulate real-world attack scenarios and evaluate the resilience of AI systems against potential threats. The lead will provide mentorship and educational sessions to penetration testers and security analysts, empowering them with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively assess and mitigate risks within AI frameworks.

  Duties:

  • Engage in continuous research to stay abreast of current and upcoming AI trends, assessing their implications for security and organizational impact, ensuring the organization stays at the forefront of AI advancements.
  • Develop mock AI systems to facilitate effective testing and evaluation, ensuring the integrity and reliability of AI applications within the organization.
  • Investigate the various components involved in building AI applications, focusing on security aspects, to maintain the integrity and confidentiality of data within AI platforms.
  • Create and regularly update comprehensive guidance and best practices for AI security and AI application testing, collaborating with IT security teams to align with organizational standards and policies.
  • Conduct training sessions for the workforce on AI technologies and their security implications, creating comprehensive training modules and conducting workshops, webinars, and training sessions.
  • Implement test cases and conduct live evaluations to assess the security of AI systems, including periodic testing and validation of AI models for data accuracy, fairness, and reliability.
  • Build and update policies in line with evolving industry standards for AI implementation and security best practices, developing practical use case scenarios for the researched AI technologies.
  • Maintain a repository of AI-related academic papers, case studies, and pertinent articles, providing detailed analysis and reporting on AI technologies that could benefit or impact the organization.
  • Develop and regularly update guidelines for securely inputting information into AI platforms, ensuring no loss of sensitive data, and coordinating with data science teams to address any anomalies or biases.
  • Deliver regular reports on AI technologies, security guidelines, and model integrity testing, including tracking of AI platforms and their differences.

REQUIREMENTS:

• PhD and minimum of 10 years' experience in AI learning
• Experience in healthcare or social enterprise is preferred
• Experience working with, briefing, and engaging Senior Government Officials/SES-level personnel.
• Knowledge of cyber security infrastructure, assessment frameworks and associated AI/ML orders, frameworks and Federal policies would be helpful.
• Experience using the Microsoft Office suite, particularly data analytics within Excel and developing briefing material with PowerPoint.
• Proven experience in AI, machine learning, and deep learning.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or Java.
• Experience with AI frameworks and libraries like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Keras.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• DoD Secret Clearance - MUST BE US Citizen to be able to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Experience with natural language processing (NLP), computer vision, or robotics.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
• Knowledge of data engineering and data preprocessing techniques.

Offset Strategic Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type.  All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetics, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, and compensation. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.  To request a reasonable accommodation, please email us from the links on our website.  Thanks for your interest in OSS. OSS is a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited. All candidates who receive conditional offers of employment are subject to drug testing.

Experience

Required

• 10 year(s): Experience in AI, machine learning and deep learning

Education

Preferred

• Bachelors or better

Skills

Required

• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Documentation
• Problem solving

Behaviors

Required

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Required

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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