Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

COMPANY OVERVIEW

XCEL Engineering, Inc. is an award-winning small business that provides trusted information technology, engineering, consulting and project management solutions and services to federal agencies and organizations. Originally founded in 1971 by professional engineers at the University of Tennessee, XCEL was acquired in 2003 by U.S. Army and Navy veterans and in 2023 became a MartinFed company.

XCEL Engineering is a part of IT Lab Partners (ITLP) which was created to support a leading research facility in the East Tennessee region in recruiting the best and the brightest technical talent. Considering joining our impressive team today!

JOB OVERVIEW

Xcel Engineering iscurrently seeking qualified applicants to serve as an AI Security Engineerto assistin drafting and publishing guidance and policies governing secure and responsible AI.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develop, implement, and maintain AI governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure secure and responsible use of AI technologies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements, standards, and best practices for AI security and ethics.
• Establish guidelines for the ethical creation, management, and use of AI datasets and models.
• Conduct risk assessments of AI systems and datasets to identify potential security vulnerabilities and ethical concerns.
• Implement controls and mitigation strategies to address identified risks and ensure the integrity of AI models.
• Monitor AI systems for compliance with established governance policies and procedures.
• Prepare and present reports on AI governance and security metrics to senior management and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, researchers, and IT security, to promote a culture of responsible AI use.
• Develop and deliver training programs to educate staff on AI governance, security policies, and best practices.
• Stay updated with the latest developments in AI governance, ethics, and security.
• Continuously review and improve AI governance frameworks and processes to adapt to evolving technologies and regulatory landscapes.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance or equivalent is required.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Data Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing governance frameworks and policies, preferably in an AI or data-intensive environment.
• Strong understanding of AI technologies, ethical AI principles, and data privacy regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Certifications in information security (e.g., CISSP, CISM) or AI ethics (e.g., AI Ethics Certification) are a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS and ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Inside office environment.
• Working on a computer for long periods of time.
• May involve long period of sitting at a desk.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Xcel Engineering is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, protected Veteran Status, genetics or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or disabled veteran, you have the ight to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Xcel Engineering's current openings as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 855.212.1810. Thank you for your interest in Xcel Engineering.

All positions at Xcel Engineering, Inc. are contingent upon passing both a background check and drug screening prior to a start date and are subject to random drug screenings during the employment period. In addition, Xcel Engineering is an E-Verify employer.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://www.applicantpro.com/j/3409436-799165