AI Ethics Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Position Title: AI Ethics Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Location: Washington, DC

Clearance: ****This position requires an Active TS/SCI Clearance***

Salary: $240,000.00 - $270,000.00

This position is contingent upon project award

Position Summary:

Command Cyber Solutions, LLC., is seeking a highly experienced AI Ethics Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide technical expertise and advisory support to the Department of Defense's (DoD) Responsible Artificial Intelligence (RAI) initiatives. The AI Ethics SME will serve as a key advisor on ethical, human factors, cybersecurity, and policy considerations in development and development of AI systems. This role is responsible for designing and running Responsible AI tabletop exercise, conducting gap analysis, and shaping courses of action to strengthen DoD's RAI capabilities and processes. The candidate will bring deep knowledge of AI ethics frameworks, demonstrated experience influencing DoD or federal AI governance, and the ability to anticipate emerging ethical, social, and technical challenges associated with AI adoption.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide technical expertise on AI ethics across disciplines including cybersecurity, human factors, system safety, test and evaluation, and policy.
• Design, develop, and facilitate Responsibility AI tabletop exercises to identify risks and test ethical frameworks in DoD AI applications.
• Conduct Responsible AI gap analyses and scope courses of action (COAs) to address DoD RAI capability and process needs.
• Support the development and evaluation of AI ethics products, frameworks, and governance tools.
• Advise DoD stakeholders on the application of ethical principles to AI system design, deployment, and lifecycle management.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams including engineers, policy analysts, and senior leaders to integrate ethics into AI strategy and operations.
• Contribute to the drafting of DoD-wide AI ethics policies, white papers, and technical standards to advance enterprise-level adoption of responsible AI practices.

Education, Certification & Experience Requirements:

Education Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Applied Ethics, AI Ethics, Data Ethics, or related field from an accredited university (Required).
• Master's degree in Applied Ethics, AI Ethics, Data Ethics, or related discipline (Preferred).

Certification Required:

• Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility (Required).

Experience Required:

• 10+ years of progressive experience with AI/IT fields with a focus on ethics.
• 5+ years of disciplinary expertise in cybersecurity, human factors, ethics, and policy.
• 5+ years of experience designing and running Responsible AIT tabletop exercises.
• 5+ years of experience conducting RAI gap analysis and developing courses of actions for DoD.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated expertise in AI ethics, responsible AI frameworks, and applied ethical decision making in technical environments.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity, human factors, and system safety engineering as they relate to AI adoption.
• Excellent communication skills, with ability to engage senior DoD stakeholders and present complex ethical issues in actionable terms.
• Ability to conduct interdisciplinary research and analysis to support the ethical design and deployment of AI systems.
• Experience leading interagency or international collaborations on AI governance, ethics, and policy development.

Why Join Command Cyber Solutions:

We recognize that our success begins with our people. We are dedicated to fostering a professional, collaborative, and growth-oriented environment where employees are empowered to excel and advance their careers, CCS offers opportunities to contribute to high-impact federal initiatives, supported by robust professional development programs, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work arrangements. We prioritize investing in our workforce, ensuring each team member has the resources, support, and career pathways to achieve long-term success while delivering meaningful results for our clients.

Culture:

At CCS, you'll be a part of a team that genuinely supports one another and where leadership is invested in the well-being and success of every employee. We foster a work culture where people are valued for who they are, not just what they do, and where your career goals are taken seriously. You'll be encouraged to grow through mentorship, hands-on experience, and access to continued learning opportunities that align with your aspirations. Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise, earn new certifications, or take on leadership roles, CCS provides the environment and support to help you get there. Leadership is approachable, collaboration is natural, and success is shared. At CCS, you're not just joining a company; you're joining a community committed to your growth and success.

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and overall well-being of our employees and their families. Our offerings include medical and prescription drug plans, dental coverage, group life insurance, and options for supplemental life insurance to provide additional protection. We also provide short-term and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs to help employees manage personal and professional needs. Our package also includes identity theft protection and a competitive 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contributions, giving employees valuable resources to protect their future and achieve long-term financial goals.

EEO Statement:

Command Cyber Solutions, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Command Cyber solutions, LLC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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