AI/ML Ops Engineer

Job Family:

Travel Required:

Clearance Required:

What You Will Do:

• Build, automate, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) and software applications.  
• Containerize applications/models and deploy them to cloud environments (e.g., Azure, AWS, etc.).  
• Operationalize ML models: packaging, versioning, testing, deployment, and monitoring.  
• Support data scientists and developers in taking developed code to staging to production.  
• Ensure security integration between DevSecOps pipelines and cloud services and configure monitoring and alerting for applications, pipelines and ML models in production.  
• Design and document technical process flows and diagrams, present them to clients, and answer questions about them.  
• Ensure AI/ML deployments adhere to commercial and public sector guidelines, security practices, policies and standards, delivering responsible use of AI.  
• Collaborate with data scientists and other adjacent roles.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members. 
• Develop trusted relationships with clients by understanding their mission, challenges, and goals, and delivering tailored solutions that drive innovation in AI/ML and data science.  
• Support business development efforts (e.g., responding to RFPs/RFIs, developing white papers, creating pitch decks and capability briefings, etc.).   
• Support internal firm initiatives.  
• Continue to develop professionally in technical skills, consulting skills, and client domain knowledge.  

What You Will Need:

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree is required
• THREE (3) years of relevant professional experience.  
• Proficiency in Git and modern branching/versioning workflows. 
• Experience with CI/CD tools (Azure preferred). 
• Experience with ML model containerization and the ability to build and deploy Docker containers and understand container networking and storage. 
• Experience in Azure (or AWS) cloud environment, optimizing compute, networking, and storage. 
• Proficiency in programming in Python, with experience scripting in Bash/PowerShell. 
• Understanding of Agile principles and methodology.  
• Ability to understand client mission and business processes and adapt solutions and approaches accordingly to be successful. 
• Ability to operate independently and collaboratively in small teams.  
• Strong communication and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.  
• Ability to think strategically and drive innovation.  
• Ability to operate successfully on remote, hybrid, or on-site projects in the DC metro area.  

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Master's degree
• SIX (6) years of relevant professional experience.  
• Relevant experience supporting Department of State or other Federal Government organizations.  
• Experience with deploying AI/ML models on cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid cloud deployments, including cloud security (e.g., Managed Identities). 
• Experience deploying ML models in production environments with model versioning and rollback strategies.  
• Understanding of data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) as they relate to ML deployments.
• Knowledge of network security, including firewalls, VPNs, and secure communication protocols, and experience with security compliance standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2).  
• Exposure to automated testing frameworks for infrastructure and security validation.  
• Experience supporting DevSecOps and integrating security into CI/CD workflows for AI/ML models. 
• Experience with Jenkins for building and automating CI/CD pipelines.  
• Experience utilizing GitHub for version control, branching strategies, and CI/CD pipeline integration.  
• Experience with Docker for containerizing ML models and managing container lifecycles, including building Docker images. 
• Experience working with YAML files.
• Knowledge PowerShell and command-line scripting.  
• Experience managing cloud resources by maintaining and optimizing could environments for reliability, scalability, and cost.  
• Experience in OpenShift for deploying and managing containerized applications in a Kubernetes-based environment.  
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and experience with IaC tools such as Terraform and Ansible.  
• Knowledge of Function Apps.  
• Experience working with Virtual Machines and configuring them to be scalable, Azure Blob Storage, working with Desired State Configurations.  
• Familiarity with ML model serving frameworks like MLflow, Seldon, or TensorFlow Serving.  
• Familiarity with Linux-based systems and shell scripting.  
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).  

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Care.com annual membership

• Employee Assistance Program

• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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