Senior AI Policy Analyst

Senior Policy Analyst (Artificial Intelligence)

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MANTECH seeks a highly motivated, career and client-oriented Senior Policy Analyst (Artificial Intelligence) to join our Data and AI Practice and support a client in Columbia, MD. This is a full-time job at the client site.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Support the development and implementation of AI policies and doctrine for the Intelligence Community (IC).
• Conduct thorough research and analysis of emerging AI technologies, including Generative AI, Quantum AI, and Explainable AI, and their policy implications.
• Collaborate with government leads and AI Task Forces to align AI policies across for client organizations.
• Develop and maintain flexible policy frameworks that adapt to the changing AI landscape and adjust for changes in Federal legislative or executive policy or regulation.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on AI policy matters to various stakeholders.
• Monitor and analyze Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulations related to AI. Understand the impact any state-level legislation may have on clients.
• Contribute to the development of white papers, reports, and presentations on AI policy issues.
• Represent the organization at conferences, workshops, and other events related to AI policy.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as public policy, law, or computer science, and 9+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of AI technologies, applications, and ethical considerations.
• Knowledge of the National Security community and its missions
• Knowledge of Federal legislative and regulatory processes related to AI.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Security Clearance Requirements:

• Active Top Secret with Poly

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree or PhD in a related field.
• Experience working directly with the Department of Defense
• Experience developing or implementing AI policies within the IC.
• Deep understanding of national security issues related to AI.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex policy issues to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Physical Requirements:

• This role involves delivering presentations at client locations, primarily at Columbia, MD.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%

The projected compensation range for this position is $142,200.00-$254,000.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections. 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. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at and provide your name and contact information.