Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
Overview BigBear.ai is seeking an AI/ML Security Integration Engineer with an active TS/SCI clearance with a Poly, to configuring, fine-tuning, and maintaining an ATO Automation Platform’s Large Language Model (LLM…
Skills: Large Language Models, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Python, Vector Databases, Prompt Engineering
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
Overview BigBear.ai is seeking a Software Engineer 3 to focus on improving the productivity and experience of software developers by building and integrating advanced development tooling. This role emphasizes AI-assisted…
Skills: Python, Java, AI-assisted IDE Tooling, LLM-powered Tools, Agentic AI Frameworks
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
Overview BigBear.ai is seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer to help build the next generation of AI infrastructure that will drive innovation across the customer organization. In this role, you will support the AI infr…
Skills: Java, Python, AWS, Kubernetes, CI/CD
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
Overview BigBear.ai is seeking a Application Developer to join exciting, up-and-coming projects where you will design, develop, prototype, modify, and integrate solutions to deliver mission-centric results. In this role,…
Skills: Reverse Engineering, CNO Software Development, Vulnerability Research, Exploit Development, Ghidra
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
Overview Vulnerability Researcher Location:On-Site (Annapolis Junction, MD) Clearance Required:TS/SCI with Poly Do you have a passion for uncovering hidden vulnerabilities and pushing the boundaries of cybersecurity rese…
Skills: Vulnerability Research, Reverse Engineering, Source Code Analysis, Exploit Development, Assembly
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
Overview Senior Strategic Management Consultant Location: On-Site at Customer Location (Annapolis Junction, MD) Clearance Required: TS/SCI with an active Poly. Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for shaping polic…
Skills: Strategic Planning, PPBE Process, Budget Analysis, Policy Development, Data Analysis
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
Overview Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for shaping policies, budgets, and national security priorities? BigBear.ai is seeking a Senior Strategic Management Consultant to support top-level officials in develo…
Skills: Strategic Planning, PPBE Process, Defense Planning, Data Analysis, Resource Allocation
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
Overview BigBear.ai is seeking a DevSecOps Compliance Engineer to serve as the bridge between development operations and security compliance, responsible for implementing and maintaining an automated compliance platform …
Skills: DevSecOps, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, NIST 800-53, FedRAMP
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
Overview BigBear.ai is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer 3 (ISSO) to join our team on a brand-new contract! In this role, you will be at the forefront of safeguarding information systems for a dynamic progr…
Skills: Information Security Strategy, Security Policy Enforcement, System Security Plan Development, Cybersecurity Documentation, Security Authorization
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
$87k–$182k/yr
Job Title: Front End Developer Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: None Type of Trave…
Skills: Front-end UI Development, Robot Framework, Python, React, Java
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
$104k–$218k/yr
Job Title: Front End Developer Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: None Type of Trave…
Skills: UI/UX Architecture, Frontend Development, API, ReactJS, NodeJS
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
$121k–$266k/yr
Job Title: Network Security Engineer Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: None Type of…
Skills: Network Design, Network Implementation, WAN/LAN Design, Firewall Configuration, VPN
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
$121k–$266k/yr
Job Title: Networking Security Engineer II Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: None T…
Skills: Network Security Engineering, Network Architecture, LAN/WAN Systems, Hardware Installation, Vulnerability Assessment
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
$85k–$178k/yr
Job Title: Sr Technical Writer Job Category: Engineering and Technical Support Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: None Ty…
Skills: Technical Writing, Software Documentation, Systems Engineering Documentation, MS Word, PowerPoint
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
$121k–$266k/yr
Job Title: Senior Network Security Engineer Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to…
Skills: Network Security Engineering, Network Architecture, Hardware Installation, LAN/WAN Design, Vulnerability Analysis
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
$85k–$178k/yr
Job Title: Senior Configuration Manager Job Category: Engineering and Technical Support Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required…
Skills: Configuration Management, Version Control, Change Control, Configuration Audits, DOORS
Columbia, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
$200k–$280k/yr
***An active or rein-statable TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance is REQUIRED. Please do not apply if you currently do not possess this level of clearance.*** Are you a Principal Full Stack Software Engineer who is …
Skills: Full Stack Development, React, Vue, Angular, Python
Columbia, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
$200k–$280k/yr
***An active or rein-statable TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance is REQUIRED. Please do not apply if you currently do not possess this level of clearance.*** Are you a Principal Cloud Systems Engineer who is ready …
Skills: Systems Engineering, Cloud Architecture, Content Delivery Networks, Edge Computing, CI/CD
Columbia, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
$200k–$280k/yr
***An active or rein-statable TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance is REQUIRED. Please do not apply if you currently do not possess this level of clearance.*** Are you a Principal DevOps Engineer who is ready for a n…
Skills: Terraform, Gitlab, Docker, Kubernetes, Python
Columbia, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
$200k–$260k/yr
***An active or rein-statable TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance is REQUIRED. Please do not apply if you currently do not possess this level of clearance.*** Are you a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer who is rea…
Skills: JavaScript, Typescript, CSS, HTML, React
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The engineer will configure, fine-tune, and maintain LLM capabilities and RAG architectures for an ATO Automation Platform within secure federal environments. This includes managing customer-specific knowledge bases and deploying models in classified or air-gapped networks.
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a technical field, at least 10 years of professional experience, and an active TS/SCI with Poly clearance. Proficiency in Python, generative AI technologies, and secure cloud AI services is required.
BigBear.ai is seeking an AI/ML Security Integration Engineer with an active TS/SCI clearance with a Poly, to configuring, fine-tuning, and maintaining an ATO Automation Platform’s Large Language Model (LLM) capabilities for secure operation within customer environments. This role ensures the AI components of the compliance automation platform function effectively while meeting stringent security requirements for federal deployments, including classified and air-gapped networks. This position will be based out of our Columbia, MD office but will support multiple customers in the Baltimore/Washington corridor and beyond.
BigBear.ai is a leading provider of AI-powered decision intelligence solutions for national security, supply chain management, and digital identity. Customers and partners rely on Bigbear.ai’s predictive analytics capabilities in highly complex, distributed, mission-based operating environments. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, BigBear.ai is a public company traded on the NYSE under the symbol BBAI. For more information, visit https://bigbear.ai/ and follow BigBear.ai on LinkedIn: @BigBear.ai and X: @BigBearai.
BigBear.ai is an Equal opportunity employer all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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BigBear.ai fuses artificial intelligence with deep mission expertise, empowering decision-makers and operators to act with speed, precision, and confidence. BigBear.ai is at the forefront of innovation for defense and national security and is committed to supporting the critical infrastructure driving our nation's competitive edge. We deploy cutting-edge Al, machine learning, and computer vision solutions to defend critical operations and win with decision advantage. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, BigBear.ai is a public company traded on the NYSE under the symbol BBAI.
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