AI Data Management Specialist with Security Clearance

Location & Clearance Bethesda, MD TS/SCI with CI Polygraph Overview Seeking an experienced and skilled AI Data Management Specialist to support the Chief AI Officer and Chief Data Officer (CAIO/CDO) at one of our Intelligence customers. Primary Responsibilities Data Lifecycle Management: Provide expertise in practical and strategic aspects of the data lifecycle, including data collection, storage, usage, sharing, and archival/disposal. Guide senior government stakeholders in the development and execution of comprehensive data management plans aligned with mission goals and compliance requirements. Data Protection and Governance: Deliver practical and strategic guidance on data protection, addressing risks related to data spills, personal information security, and civil liberties. Ensure compliance with data protection policies, laws, and standards, and promote best practices to safeguard sensitive information and preserve privacy. Stakeholder Coordination: Act as a critical liaison, working directly with senior government data managers and technical teams to bridge technical and non-technical perspectives. Facilitate communication and understanding of data management priorities, challenges, and solutions. AI and Emerging Technologies: Apply a foundational understanding of AI to advise on data strategies that enable AI implementation and clear adoption paths. Contribute to discussions and planning related to advanced concepts such as vectorization in AI and data-driven solutions. Strategic Recommendations: Support senior leadership by identifying and addressing gaps in data infrastructure, strategy, and implementation. Advise on policies and practices related to zero trust architecture, data architecture, and cross‑organizational data‑sharing initiatives. Qualifications Active TS/SCI with Poly is required. Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of relevant experience, Associate's degree with 10+ years of relevant experience, or Master's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience. Solid background in data management, with a firm, practical, and strategic understanding of the data lifecycle and its application in government or enterprise environments. Understanding of vectorization in AI and its relationship to data usage and analytics. Strong expertise in data protection, especially regarding issues such as data spills, safeguarding personal information, and addressing civil liberties. Ability to coordinate with senior technical and non-technical stakeholders, including government senior data managers, to align data management initiatives with organizational priorities. Familiarity with AI concepts and their implications for data usage and management. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge or experience with zero trust architecture principles. Expertise in data architecture design, principles, and governance, with the ability to speak confidently about its implications for strategy and implementation. Experience working for or with Intelligence Community (IC) stakeholders or other government agencies. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cornerstone Defense