AI Policy Lead / Governance Specialist

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented AI Policy Lead / Governance Specialist to join our team! In this role you will get to serve as the AI Policy Lead supporting the USCYBERCOM Chief AI Officer (CAIO) . This role is critical for guiding the command through the complex landscape of artificial intelligence governance. The Policy Lead will interpret, analyze, and operationalize federal and Department of War (DoW) AI policies, ensuring that USCYBERCOM's AI initiatives are legally compliant, ethically sound, and fully aligned with national defense directives.

What You'll Be Doing/ Key Responsibilities:

• Policy Development & Governance: Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of USCYBERCOM internal policies, governance frameworks, and procedures that support the ethical and effective employment of Artificial Intelligence across the command.

  DoW & Federal Compliance: Analyze, interpret, and implement applicable U.S. Government, Department of War (DoW), and Joint Staff AI directives, instructions, and ethical principles to ensure command-wide compliance with evolving policy and regulatory requirements.

  Stakeholder & Interagency Collaboration: Serve as a trusted advisor to the CAIO on AI policy matters, collaborating with DoW organizations, the Joint Staff, interagency partners, and legal and compliance teams to align AI governance with national cyber strategy and mission objectives.

  Risk Management & Ethics: Support the development and implementation of risk management frameworks for military AI applications, addressing accountability, safety, bias mitigation, and Responsible AI (RAI) principles throughout the AI lifecycle.

  Executive Advisory: Develop policy papers, white papers, executive summaries, compliance memoranda, and strategic recommendations to brief senior military and civilian leadership on emerging policy developments, regulatory impacts, and AI governance initiatives.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• ​Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in policy formulation, strategic governance, regulatory compliance, or public affairs, with a focus on defense or national security sectors.

• Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, International Affairs, Political Science, Law, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, or a closely related discipline with 12 yrs experience OR Master degree in relevant field w/ 10 yrs experience.

• Deep, demonstrated understanding of U.S. Government and Department of War (DoW) policies, directives, and governance structures regarding Artificial Intelligence, data ethics, or emerging technologies.

• Proven ability to translate high-level legal and bureaucratic policy language into actionable, practical governance structures for operational commands.

• Active TS SCI w/polygraph security clearance

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.​This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $134,100.00 - $241,400.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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