Senior AI​/ML Strategist with Security Clearance

MANTECH is seeking a motivated, career, and client-oriented Senior AI/ML Strategist to join our team in Arlington, VA. This is a Hybrid position. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Framework Architecture:
Design, implement, and manage enterprise-level governance frameworks for AI/ML models, defining standards for model versioning, access management, and structured risk approval workflows.

* Tier-4 Escalation & Security:
Serve as the primary escalation point for Tier-4 model governance support, establishing robust API security controls and access policy boundaries in tandem with cybersecurity teams.

* Responsible AI & Algorithmic Integrity:
Establish complex evaluation metrics to mitigate algorithmic bias and ensure all deployed models comply with ethical AI principles and federal regulatory standards.

* Continuous Optimization:
Design repeatable evaluation procedures and performance monitoring baselines to track the real-world value and lifecycle optimization of active models.

* Advanced Business Analysis:
Deconstruct highly complex, ambiguous data pipelines into actionable functional requirements, coordinating across engineering, legal, and senior leadership.

* Orchestrated Change Management:
Lead model governance committees, navigate the human and procedural shifts required to adopt AI practices, and translate technical risks for non-technical leadership.

* Organic Growth & Capture Strategy:
Proactively identify mission gaps, shifting operational constraints, and new workstream opportunities on-site. Author compelling business cases, past-performance write-ups, and technical ROI metrics to justify scope expansion and anchor funding for new client capabilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree required;
Master's degree highly preferred in a relevant field (e.g., Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Operations Research, or technical MBA).

* 10+ years of relevant experience navigating technical delivery and client strategy.

* Exceptional track record of advising senior leadership, translating technical algorithmic risks, and maintaining high-stakes client relationships.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Security+, CCSP, GSEC, SSCP, CFR, or FITSP-M.

* PMP or Agile/Scrum certifications are highly desirable. Clearance Requirements:
* US Citizenship is required.

* Must possess an active Secret with eligibility for Top Secret / TS/SCI clearance.

Physical Requirements:

* Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

* Must be able to communicate, converse, and exchange information with peers and senior personnel.

* Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a computer.