Technical SETA SME – Artificial Intelligence

US101 Guidehouse Inc.; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

Personal and Family Sick Time &Company

Mobility Stipend

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Skills Development & Certifications

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Technical SETA in Bethesda, MD to support the lifecycle of a research program, acting as the AI Subject Matter Expert in meetings and testing events. Active TS/SCI with polygraph is required, with 8+ years in AI/ML, data architectures, and program management.

The role includes up to 10% travel, a comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to influence national security projects at Guidehouse.

Qualifications

• ACTIVE TS/SCI with polygraph clearance
• 8+ years of relevant work experience
• Knowledge of AI/ML (computer vision, NLP, predictive analytics, LLMs)
• Understanding of data architectures and pipelines for large-scale analytics

Responsibilities

• Support lifecycle of a research program from development to transition
• Attend meetings, workshops, conferences, and testing events as SME
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert in Artificial Intelligence

Skills

AI/ML knowledge

Data architectures

Governance & data quality

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in physics, mathematics, CS, or related engineering fields

Job description

Job Family: Data Science & Analysis (ESA) Travel Required: Up to 10% Clearance Required: Active Top Secret SCI with Polygraph

What You Will Do

The Technical SETA will provide support in the execution of the lifecycle of a research program from development, source selection, execution, closeout, and transition. The Technical SETA will be responsible for attending meetings, workshops, conferences, and testing events as the Subject Matter Expert. In this role, the Technical SETA will serve as the Subject Matter Expertise in Artificial Intelligence.

What You Will Need

An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TS/SCI Federal or DoD security clearance with a polygraph Bachelor’s degree in physics, mathematics, computer science, or relevant engineering fields (electrical, computer, systems, software). EIGHT (8) or more years of work experience including, but not be limited to Knowledge of AI/ML (computer vision, NLP, predictive analytics, LLMs). Understanding of data architectures and pipelines for large‑scale analytics/intelligence production. Familiarity with AI governance, data quality, and mission assurance in operational settings Experience with R&D of spatiotemporal data, architectures, modeling and/or machine learning algorithms Systems engineering and integration experience in complex, data‑intensive environments. Experience creating program plans, work breakdown structures, and milestone schedules

What Would Be Nice To Have

Master’s degree in physics, mathematics, computer science, or relevant engineering fields (electrical, computer, systems, software) with SIX (6) or more years of work experience PhD in physics, mathematics, computer science, or relevant engineering fields (electrical, computer, systems, software) with FOUR (4) or more years of work experience Experience in the Intelligence Community (IC), including requirements, CONOPS, and transition Experience managing a multi-disciplinary R&D or T&E team Experience as a Project Manager or Deputy Project Manager Ability to proactively manage multiple, concurrent tasks Excellent writing and editing skills, including the ability to develop succinct, comprehensive, and understandable documents using complex data from multiple sources Excellent slide development and PowerPoint skills, with the ability to visually communicate complex ideas at a high level for technically savvy but non-expert audiences Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills; detail oriented

The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is a global AI‑led professional services firm delivering advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and government sectors. With an integrated business technology approach, Guidehouse drives efficiency and resilience in the healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets. Built to help clients across industries outwit complexity, the firm brings together approximately 18,000 professionals to achieve lasting impact and shape a meaningful future.

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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