AI/ML Solutions Architect - Program Lead with Security Clearance

OVERVIEW: SDV International is seeking an AI/ML Solutions Architect & Program Lead to serve as both a technical expert and strategic leader for AI/ML and cybersecurity programs supporting federal clients. This is a high-impact hybrid role requiring deep technical knowledge in artificial intelligence, machine learning, cybersecurity, and software engineering-paired with proven experience leading cross-functional teams, managing government contracts, and engaging directly with stakeholders. POSITION DUTIES: AI/ML & Data Science Duties Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable, secure AI/ML models Evaluate data readiness, curate training/test datasets, and optimize models Implement CI/CD pipelines for AI operations (AI Ops) Conduct adversarial AI assessments and ensure operational robustness Apply applied data science for mission analysis and solution design Perform model governance, validation, sustainment, and impact analysis Software & Systems Engineering Engineer modular, testable, reusable software components and AI algorithms Apply secure coding practices across lifecycle (DevSecOps) Conduct system security engineering and software testing (DT&E, OT&E) Integrate AI models into operational systems and federated architectures Support systems maintenance, upgrades, and lifecycle sustainment Cybersecurity & Risk Management Implement security controls and support Authority to Operate (ATO) Conduct cyber analytics and vulnerability assessments Manage cybersecurity risk across networks, tools, and data environments Engineer security into AI models and supporting systems Project Management Responsibilities Serve as the primary point of contact for client engagements and delivery execution Manage complex, multi-task projects including scope, schedule, and budget Provide technical oversight to development teams and ensure mission alignment Coordinate agile development efforts, backlog prioritization, and sprint planning Support customer communications, reporting, and stakeholder engagement Ensure compliance with Authority to Operate (ATO), cybersecurity, and federal standards POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Active TS/SCI clearance Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field 10+ years of relevant experience in IT and AI/ML project management 7+ years of hands-on AI/ML development and deployment experience Demonstrated expertise in: AI/ML model lifecycle management Data engineering and applied data science Secure software development and DevSecOps Cybersecurity practices, ATO processes, and risk assessments Managing complex, multi-task government projects Strong experience supporting federal clients (DoD, IC, or similar) Extensive experience with MLOps platforms, containerization, and cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) Knowledge of Agile frameworks (Scrum, SAFe) and project tracking tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to brief technical and non-technical stakeholders Strong problem-solving skills and ability to lead technical teams in high-pressure environments Familiarity with AI-related compliance, bias mitigation, and ethical AI practices is a plus PREFERRED: Master's Degree in a related technical field Certifications such as PMP, CISM, CISSP, or AWS/Azure Certified ML Engineer Experience with adversarial testing frameworks and AI red teaming Experience working in classified environments or on cross-agency initiatives