Strategic AI Architect for National Security (SME)

Sabg-4; Bellevue Second IV Precinct (NE); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

SABG is seeking a full-time Artificial Intelligence Strategist (SME) to support USSTRATCOM/J57 in advancing strategic AI adoption. The role aligns mission needs with policy, assesses AI technologies, and integrates AI into analytic tools while ensuring transparency and mission suitability.

This is a technically-minded integrator position, not primarily a software developer, contingent on contract award. Qualifications include DoD/IC experience, machine-learning knowledge, and adherence to

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years applying AI, data analytics, or advanced analytic methods in DoD, IC, or federal environments.
• Experience evaluating or integrating emerging technologies into mission workflows or decision-support processes.
• Knowledge of machine-learning concepts, model behavior, data quality, and model limitations.
• Ability to apply DoD AI policy, Responsible AI guidance, and data-governance requirements.
• DoD or Federal AI/ML certifications are highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Advance AI adoption by aligning mission needs with policy and emerging tech.
• Identify AI technologies that provide a decisive military advantage and enhance lethality.
• Serve as a technical integrator to ensure AI is governed and incorporated into tools and workflows.
• Assess AI technologies for operational relevance to deterrence, global integration, and long-range planning.
• Identify opportunities to embed AI into analytic tools while ensuring transparency and reliability.
• Support evaluation of AI-enabled capabilities for deterrence analysis, wargaming, and analytic agenda products.
• Prepare reports and presentations documenting AI assessment findings and governance considerations.

Skills

Analytic thinking

Strategic planning

Governance

Clear communication

DoD policy understanding

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

SABG is seeking a full-time Artificial Intelligence Strategist (SME) to support USSTRATCOM/J57 in advancing strategic AI adoption. The role aligns mission needs with policy, assesses AI technologies, and integrates AI into analytic tools while ensuring transparency and mission suitability.

This is a technically-minded integrator position, not primarily a software developer, contingent on contract award. Qualifications include DoD/IC experience, machine-learning knowledge, and adherence to