Senior AI/ML Security Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Position: AI / ML Security Engineer (Senior)

Clearance: TS/SCI CI-POLY
Location: Fort Meade, MD
Schedule: Monday?Friday, Day Shift

Role Overview

The AI / ML Security Engineer will support the evaluation, testing, and security assessment of machine learning systems, including large language models (LLMs). This role focuses on identifying vulnerabilities, conducting red-team assessments, and analyzing model behavior to understand potential security risks and operational impacts. The position combines machine learning, cybersecurity, and intelligence analysis to support mission-focused AI initiatives.

What You'll Do

• Conduct security assessments and red-team evaluations of AI and ML systems, including LLMs
• Develop automated testing and evaluation frameworks using Python
• Identify model vulnerabilities, failure modes, data leakage, and other security concerns
• Analyze AI/ML outputs and document findings for technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Support deployment and testing of AI systems in Linux and containerized environments
• Collaborate with intelligence analysts and technical teams to assess operational risks
• Provide recommendations to improve the security and resilience of AI-enabled systems
• Support development of AI security strategies and testing methodologies

Required Experience

• Experience with Python development and automated testing
• Experience working in Linux environments and with containerization technologies such as Docker
• Experience conducting security assessments, red-team activities, or vulnerability testing
• Ability to evaluate AI/ML system behavior and identify security risks
• Ability to communicate technical findings and risk assessments clearly
• TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of AI/ML experience, or 6+ years of related experience in lieu of a degree

Preferred Experience

• Experience red-teaming large language models (LLMs)
• Experience with AI/ML security testing and model evaluation
• Experience applying AI security findings to intelligence or operational workflows
• Knowledge of enterprise AI security tools and platforms
• Familiarity with anomaly detection, data fusion, or advanced analytics techniques
• Experience supporting DoD or Intelligence Community missions