Junior AI/ML Strategist

Description & Requirements

Elevate your career with MANTECH International Corporation! Join a dynamic team dedicated to national security through cutting-edge technology. Since 1968, MANTECH has led in delivering advanced solutions to government intelligence, the Department of Defense, and Federal Civilian sectors. Dive into innovation in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and Software Development. Your journey to impactful work and rapid growth starts now-be extraordinary at MANTECH!


***This is for a future opportunity***


MANTECH seeks a motivated, career, and client-oriented Junior AI/ML Strategist to join our team in Arlington, VA. This is a Hybrid position.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Framework Support: Assist in deploying and maintaining enterprise-level governance frameworks for AI/ML models, helping track model ownership and structured approval workflows.
• Documentation & Inventory: Maintain comprehensive model inventories, standards registries, and functional technical documentation.
• Data & Process Analysis: Gather, analyze, and interpret data pipelines to identify process inefficiencies and support basic requirement-gathering tasks.
• Performance Tracking: Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the real-world effectiveness of deployed solutions and system updates.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with engineering, data, and compliance teams to ensure client deliverables align with structured project timelines.
• Change Management Tracking: Support stakeholder change management initiatives by preparing reports and presentations that track user training and the adoption of responsible AI practices.
• Value Documentation: Assist in collecting pre- and post-implementation facts to help document the technical ROI and build business cases for expanded client capabilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field. Master’s degree preferred.
• 0-2+ years of experience in an operational, analytical, or technical project support role.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with an ability to interpret technical requirements and map out complex business processes.
• Proven ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and accurately within a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Foundational Security & Cloud: Security+, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, or equivalent entry-level cloud/cyber credentials.

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.

MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.


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