AI Subject Matter Expert - TS/SCI clearance required

BCMC

Arlington (VA)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 230,000

Full time

3 hours ago

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Job summary

BCMC seeks a senior Subject Matter Expert I to lead AI-enabled cybersecurity initiatives for a U.S. Government customer.

The role focuses on defining strategic AI security capabilities, evaluating ML use cases for threat detection and incident response, and aligning roadmaps with organizational strategies. You will collaborate with data science, security operations, and infrastructure teams to deliver risk-reducing AI implementations on-site and ensure compliance with security standards and

Qualifications

Must be a US Citizen.
Active TS/SCI clearance required.
Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability.
10+ years of 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 roles.

Responsibilities

Define strategic vision for AI-enhanced security capabilities aligned with organizational risk posture.
Identify and evaluate AI/ML use cases for cyber defense, threat detection, incident response, and security operations.
Assess emerging AI technologies for anomaly detection, threat intelligence, and automated response.
Bridge communication between technical teams, security operators, and business stakeholders.
Develop comprehensive roadmaps for AI cybersecurity initiatives with milestones and dependencies.
Coordinate with stakeholders and workstreams to address use cases and inform strategy.
Ensure AI implementations meet security, privacy, and compliance requirements.
Create documentation, training materials, and knowledge transfer programs.

Skills

US Citizenship

Active TS/SCI clearance

DHS Suitability

10+ years experience

5+ years cybersecurity

3+ years AI/ML security

3+ years PM/leadership

ML fundamentals/NLP

Security operations/MITRE ATT&CK/SIEM

Cross-functional influence

Roadmaps/complex projects

PM methodologies (Agile/Waterfall)

Jira/MS Project/Asana

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Asana

Job description

BCMC is supporting a U.S. Government customer to provide for onsite incident response to civilian Government agencies and critical asset owners who experience cyber-attacks, providing immediate investigation and resolution. Contract personnel perform investigations to characterize the severity of breaches, develop mitigation plans, and assist with the restoration of services.

Job Responsibilities

Define strategic vision for AI-enhanced security capabilities aligned with organizational risk posture.
Identify and evaluate AI/ML use cases for cyber defense, threat detection, incident response, and security operations.
Assess emerging AI technologies for applicability to security challenges including anomaly detection, threat intelligence, and automated response.
Stay current on AI threat landscape, including adversarial AI and AI-powered attacks.
Bridge communication between technical teams, security operators, and business stakeholders
Evaluate complex security challenges and identify AI-appropriate solutions
Translate cybersecurity requirements into AI solution specifications.
Evaluate AI/ML platforms, tools, and vendors for security applications.
Define and advocate for AI prototyping or piloting initiatives as risk reduction measures.
Collaborate with data science, security operations, and infrastructure teams on solution architecture.
Develop comprehensive roadmaps for AI cybersecurity initiatives with clear milestones and dependencies.
Ensure AI roadmaps align and tie into broader organizational roadmaps and strategies.
Create detailed project schedules, resource plans, and budget estimates.
Manage cross-functional implementation teams including security analysts, data scientists, and engineers.
Track project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
Facilitate stakeholder communication and executive reporting on AI security initiatives.
Coordinate with stakeholders and workstreams to address use cases and inform strategy.
Ensure AI implementations meet security, privacy, and compliance requirements.
Understand model training, validation, and deployment pipelines in security contexts.
Conduct readiness assessments for AI adoption within security operations.
Design change management strategies for AI tool integration into existing workflows.
Develop success metrics and KPIs for AI security implementations.
Create documentation, training materials, and knowledge transfer programs.

Required Skills

Must be a US Citizen
Must have an active TS/SCI clearance
Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability
10+ years of directly relevant experience
5+ years of experience in cybersecurity or related technical roles
3+ years working with AI/ML technologies or data-driven security solutions
3+ years in project/program management or technical leadership roles
Ability to envision long-term AI security capabilities and create actionable paths forward
Understanding of machine learning fundamentals, neural networks, natural language processing, and AI model lifecycle
Adaptability and ability to navigate rapidly evolving AI and threat landscapes
Ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority
Strong knowledge of security operations, threat landscape, defense frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK), SIEM/SOAR platforms, and security architecture
Familiarity with use cases such as behavioral analytics, threat hunting, malware analysis, phishing detection, and vulnerability management
Proven experience developing roadmaps and managing complex technical projects
Proficiency with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid approaches)
Strong skills in resource planning, schedule development, and stakeholder management
Experience with project management tools (Jira, MS Project, Asana, or similar)

Desired Skills

Experience Securing AI system, using AI in defensive system operations (e.g., 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, industry-specific frameworks)
Experience with automation and orchestration platforms

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field (Master's Degree preferred)

Desired Certifications

CISSP, CISM, PMP, PMI-ACP, or AI/ML certifications

Our Company Overview

Business Computers Management Consulting Group, LLC (BCMC) is a small business specializing in Information Technology (IT), Cybersecurity, Information Assurance (IA), SOA, Big Data Management, Program Management, and more for Federal, State, and Local agencies. We possess highly skilled engineers, providing innovative solutions backed by strong past performances. We are ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001:2013, 20000:2018, and CMMI L3 certified and registered promising highest quality and services to all of our clients.

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