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Sr. AI Operations Engineer

Horizontal Talent
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 7/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/8/2026
Join our dynamic team as a Senior Cyber Artificial Intelligence Operations Engineer, where you'll play a pivotal role in implementing cutting-edge AI solutions to enhance cybersecurity operations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with experts and innovate in the field of cyber defense.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver AI-enhanced cybersecurity solutions.
  • Design, implement, and maintain AI systems that support various cybersecurity functions such as threat detection and incident response.
  • Ensure the performance and effectiveness of AI systems through continuous monitoring and optimization.
  • Develop analytical reports to demonstrate the impact and efficiency of AI-enabled cybersecurity tools.
Skills
  • Extensive experience in AI, data science, and software engineering with a focus on cybersecurity.
  • Proficiency in AI infrastructure and scripting languages like Python and Bash.
  • Familiarity with AI frameworks and tools such as AWS Bedrock, TensorFlow, and PyTorch.
  • Strong understanding of AI design patterns and data structures relevant to cybersecurity.
Preferred Skills
  • Hands-on experience with DevSecOps and CI/CD practices.
  • Knowledge of AWS cloud architecture and tools like Terraform and Kubernetes.
  • Experience in government environments adhering to NIST, FISMA, and FedRAMP guidelines.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.

At Horizontal, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all individuals are valued and empowered to succeed.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.

Please apply through this online posting or by visiting our Job Board at Applications will be accepted for 4 weeks. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $51 - $89 per hour based on qualifications and experience.

Salary : $51 - $89

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