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BOAB Ventures

Cybersecurity Engineer - SENIOR with Security Clearance

BOAB Ventures, Washington, Washington, D.C., United States

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Position Summary: Leads cybersecurity initiatives for AI systems operating in classified environments, ensuring robust protection against threats while maintaining operational effectiveness. Develops and implements comprehensive security frameworks for JWICS-based AI applications. Opportunity to work on real-world projects that directly impact warfighter capabilities and mission success. Key Responsibilities: • Design and implement security architectures for AI/ML systems in classified environments • Conduct security assessments and penetration testing of AI applications • Develop security policies and procedures specific to AI/ML workloads • Lead incident response activities and forensic analysis for AI system compromises • Implement advanced threat detection and monitoring solutions • Ensure compliance with federal security standards (NIST, DoD, IC directives) • Mentor junior cybersecurity personnel and provide technical guidance • Coordinate with stakeholders on security requirements and risk assessments Qualifications: • 10+ years of cybersecurity experience, preferably in government/defense sectors • Active TS/SCI clearance with ability to obtain CI Polygraph required • Professional certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent) • Deep knowledge of network security, cryptography, and secure coding practices • Experience with security tools (SIEM, vulnerability scanners, penetration testing tools) • Understanding of AI/ML security considerations and adversarial attacks • AWS security experience highly preferred but not required • Military experience strongly preferred