AI/Data Engineer, Senior Consultant (Top Secret clearance)

Job Description

Job Description

ASI Government provides government leaders with the expertise they need to navigate acquisition and organizational challenges so they can make an impact and achieve their goals. For over 30 years, ASI has transformed the way government does business, impacting over 70 government agencies across the civilian, defense, and intelligence communities.

Do you thrive on creating unique and impactful value for Federal clients? Are you passionate about partnering with clients and collaborating to create solutions? Do you enjoy the opportunity to drive change that impacts our nation?

We are looking for smart, curious, driven individuals to join us in partnering with our client to help them solve some of the nation's most challenging problems. ASI Government serves as a trusted adviser to government leaders seeking improved performance, enhanced organization effectiveness, and strategic change.

Job Description:

We are seeking a versatile AI/Data Engineer with an active Top Secret clearance and a strong Full Stack Development background to lead the technical realization of our Emerging Technology initiatives. This role requires a "builder" mindset—someone who can develop robust data pipelines, integrate advanced AI/ML models, and build the interfaces that make those insights actionable. Crucially, you will navigate the complexities of federal deployments, including ATO (Authority to Operate) management and the creation of rigorous technical documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

AI & Data Engineering:

• Design and implement scalable data pipelines (ETL/ELT) to ingest, clean, and structure data for AI consumption.
• Develop and integrate AI/ML solutions, including Large Language Models (LLMs) and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) frameworks.
• Optimize model performance and manage data versioning and model registry.

Full Stack Development:

• Build responsive, user-centric front-end interfaces and robust back-end APIs to support AI-driven applications.
• Ensure seamless integration between the data layer, AI services, and the user interface.
• Write clean, maintainable code following modern software engineering best practices.

Deployment & ATO Management:

• Manage the deployment lifecycle using CI/CD pipelines in cloud-native environments (AWS/Azure).
• ATO Leadership: Partner with security and compliance teams to ensure all solutions meet federal security standards (NIST/FedRAMP).
• Navigate the Risk Management Framework (RMF) to move prototypes into production-ready, accredited environments.

Technical Documentation:

• Author comprehensive technical documentation, including System Security Plans (SSP), API documentation, architectural diagrams, and user manuals.
• Maintain rigorous documentation of data lineage, governance protocols, and deployment procedures.

Requirements:

• Active Top Secret clearance
• 6+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 3 years focused on AI/Data Engineering.
• Full Stack Proficiency: Professional experience with modern frameworks (e.g., React, Vue, Python/FastAPI, Node.js, or Go).
• Cloud & DevOps: Strong experience with AWS or Azure services, Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD tools.
• Deployment Expertise: Demonstrated knowledge of the federal ATO process and security compliance requirements.
• Data Mastery: Expert-level SQL and experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Pinecone, etc.).
• Documentation: Proven ability to translate complex technical architectures into clear, professional documentation for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience with DLA or other DoD agencies and their specific security protocols.
• Background in building AI solutions that handle sensitive or unclassified (CUI) data.
• Certifications in AWS/Azure Solutions Architecture or DevSecOps.

Work Schedule:

• Hybrid – 2–3 days remote, 2–3 days on-site at Fort Belvoir, VA

Start Date: ASAP

Why Join ASI Government?

• Work on high-impact, high-visibility projects that improve government services.
• Collaborate with experienced consultants in strategy, analytics, and organizational development.
• Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic and mission-driven environment.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package (viewable on our careers site).

BENEFITS : ASI Government offers a comprehensive benefit package to our employees. Benefits can be viewed on our careers site.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: ASI Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. To view the EEO Is the Law Poster, click here.

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