Artificial Intelligence Subject Matter Expert (SME)
About Agile Defense
At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.
Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.
Requisition #: 1504
Job Title: Artificial Intelligence Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Job Title for Careers Page: Artificial Intelligence Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Location: Reston, VA
Clearance Level: Top Secret
SUMMARY:
The AI SME serves as the organization’s lead expert in applying Artificial Intelligence within the Security Operations Center (SOC), transforming emerging AI technologies into operational capabilities that enhance threat detection, response, and overall cyber defense.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Deliver support services related to testing, reporting, and assessing a range of AI applications.
Conduct operational testing and evaluation of AI to determine capability gaps and uncover vulnerabilities in deployed AI solutions.
Review current cyber defense posture, identify vulnerabilities to AI‑driven threats and assist in developing and implementing protective measures.
Provide SOPs, testing plans, and methodologies used, as well as reports outlining findings and actionable recommendations for remediation. This reporting shall include SOP development, identification of the methods employed, and findings accompanied by actionable corrective measures.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Background, and Years of Experience:
Bachelor’s of Science, Mathematics, or equivalent experience
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Required Skills:
Top Secret Clearance
5+ years in ML, Data Science, or AI engineering...