Ifib-Act-Sact-__Data Scientistai Engineer; Focus Wargaming Integration

INTRODUCTION

Data Exploitation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are essential elements of NATO's digital transformation, enabling and driving faster, data‑driven decision‑making and operational efficiency. These technologies are crucial for building a more adaptive and responsive NATO, prepared to meet the challenges of Multi‑Domain Operations (MDO) and a rapidly evolving security landscape. As NATO's command dedicated to future warfare, Allied Command Transformation (ACT) leads efforts to explore, develop, and integrate latest technologies into military capabilities to transform the Alliance.

Location: Norfolk, VA

Security Clearance: Valid NATO Secret

Reference No: LABOR CATEGORY #10

Wargaming has been recognized by NATO as a critical tool for future warfare development. It is essential for planning and decision‑making, simulating complex military scenarios to provide strategic, operational, and tactical insights. ACT is delivering wargaming capabilities for NATO, employing it to understand military challenges and explore new technologies and strategies. ACT aims to refine NATO's use of wargaming by integrating AI, thereby enhancing its capabilities and accelerating AI adoption.

The contractor will join the Data Science and AI Team, ACT's cross‑functional hub for data science, data exploitation and Artificial Intelligence. This team facilitates collaboration, provides access to resources and expertise, ensuring efficient use of technologies. The AI Integrator will play a key role in supporting the seamless integration of AI into NATO's wargaming efforts and broader digital transformation initiatives.

The contractor can be required to travel on official business in support of ACT both within and outside NATO's boundaries for up to 30 days per year or as agreed.

• University degree in Data Science, Machine Learning (ML), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Computer Science, or a related field OR equivalent professional experience (minimum 4 years) in Data Science, ML, AI within the last 7 years, with at least 4 years focusing on AI capability integration (not pure development) in a professional environment (not including studies).
• At least 3 years of experience in integrating AI technologies into practical applications, particularly in decision‑support, simulations, strategic planning, or operational analysis.
• Proficiency in AI and machine learning frameworks (e.g., Tensor Flow, PyTorch, scikit‑learn) and AI integration techniques (e.g., API deployment, model fine‑tuning, reinforcement learning).
• Experience using generative AI models, in particular Large Language Models (LLMs), for simulations, decision‑support, or interactive environments.
• Demonstrated experience (minimum of 3 years in the last 8 years) in data collection, analysis, and visualization using tools such as Python, R, Tableau, or Power BI for operational insights, scenario modelling, or AI‑driven decision‑support.
• Understanding of wargaming principles and ability to analyze, propose, and evaluate AI integration opportunities at strategic, operational, and tactical levels—without requiring prior wargaming experience.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts effectively to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in cross‑functional and interdisciplinary teams particularly in translating AI capabilities into solutions.
• Experience in managing AI‑related projects, including planning, execution, evaluation and experimentation.
• Ability to apply AI‑driven multimedia tools (e.g., AI‑generated video, interactive content, briefings) to enhance e.g. wargaming scenarios or decision‑support.
• Knowledge of data security principles and best practices.
• Proven ability to design and apply AI solutions in dynamic environments, demonstrating adaptability, critical thinking, and problem‑solving in AI deployment.
• Awareness of and ability to address ethical or responsible use when deploying AI in sensitive environments (e.g., military, security).

• Contribute to the integration of AI in NATO's warfare development efforts,…