AI/ML Engineers and Analysts

TL;DR

AI/ML Engineers and Analysts (AI/ML): Developing and deploying intelligent systems for national security missions with an accent on secure, classified environments and advanced AI/ML techniques. Focus on building scalable AI/ML architectures, integrating solutions into operational systems, and providing decision support for high-priority defense initiatives.

Location: On-site in Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C. area, USA. Due to the classified nature of the work, remote or hybrid options are typically not available.

Company

hirify.global is a non-profit company enhancing national and homeland security by providing independent analysis and practical solutions for public institutions.

What you will do

• Advise on and develop decision support for deploying intelligent systems in defense and national security.
• Test, advise on, and develop guidance and recommendations for AI solutions and ML models.
• Provide support for the design, training, and deployment of ML models (predictive analytics, NLP, computer vision, anomaly detection, decision support).
• Apply generative AI techniques and implement agentic AI capabilities for simulation, content creation, and mission planning within secure domains.
• Build scalable AI/ML architectures that operate effectively within air-gapped or classified environments.
• Collaborate with software developers, data scientists, and mission SMEs to integrate AI/ML solutions into larger operational systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in AI/ML engineering, processes, data or development roles, preferably within DoD, defense, or federal contracting environments.
• Proficiency in Python and common ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, or Hugging Face.
• Experience with generative models (LLMs, diffusion models) and agent-based architectures or multi-agent systems.
• Familiarity with MLOps, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and secure deployment strategies.
• Active Secret clearance is required for most roles; Top Secret or SCI eligibility is highly desirable.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a client-focused, mission-driven environment committed to national security.
• Be part of a growing AI/ML community at the forefront of advising and guiding intelligent system deployment.
• Value collaboration, integrity, and initiative, measuring success by the impact of service.
• Join an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits individuals from a broad variety of backgrounds and experiences.