AI Manager -Security & Infrastructure (telework)

Job Description

When it comes to using cutting-edge machine learning to tackle complex problems, Lockheed Martin is driven by a singular mission focus and desire to continuously innovate! Today's challenges to global security aren't just changing - they're accelerating faster than ever before. Through our dedication to our mission, our AI-enabled systems are changing the way militaries operate and protect their forces, the way first responders fight fires, and how researchers explore the far reaches of space and the ocean's depths.
The Lockheed Martin Artificial Intelligence Center (LAIC) team is seeking an AI Infrastructure and Security Manager to support the AI Factory, an enterprise Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) platform.
Your Mission:
As the AI Infrastructure and Security Manager, you will be embedded in the AI Factory team working alongside MLOps platform engineers, software engineers, product managers, and data scientists. You will focus on the stability and reliability of AI/ML computing resources, orchestration, automation, and services. Additionally, you will contribute to a broad range of projects across the enterprise to increase machine learning availability and value to Lockheed Martin. Your responsibilities will include the following:
Leading a team of infrastructure and platform engineers
Building and maintaining complex computing environments designed to train, deploy, and operate Artificial Intelligence systems
Addressing user needs and resolving system reliability and stability concerns
Closely collaborating with other AI/ML Engineers, Data Scientists, and Data Engineering subject matter experts
Closely collaborating with Central IT, Cybersecurity, and Engineering teams for on-premises and cloud deployments of the platform
Working with the vendors to advocate for Lockheed Martin's needs for Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence platforms
Ideally, you are a highly skilled and dynamic individual with excellent strategic planning, problem-solving, and project management skills. You are self-motivated, resourceful, and adaptable, with a can-do attitude and strong interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal stakeholders in a fast-paced and constantly evolving industry.

What's In It For You:
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.
Lockheed Martin provides the resources and the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus! If you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love, then we want to build a better tomorrow with you!

Further Information About This Opportunity:
This role requires secret clearance prior to starting

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Basic Qualifications

Leadership experience with AI Operations and Security
Experience with Software Security practices, such as MFA, Least Privilege, Monitoring, Encryption, or Mutual Authentication
Knowledge of Cyber Security practices, such as Intelligence Driven Defense, Threat Driven Methodologies, and Cyber-Kill-Chain
Knowledge of AI Security practices, such as Data Provenance and Adversarial AI
Experience with diverse IT principles, including Networking, Storage, Computing, Security, and Distributed Services
Experience with Programming and Scripting, such as Python, Go, Bash
Strong oral and written communication skills, and ability to collaborate with cross-functional partners
Must have an active secret clearance prior to start

Desired skills

Linux experience, including distributions (RHEL (Red Hat Enterprise Linux), Debian, UNIX, etc)
Experience with Pipeline Automation, such as ArgoCD, Tekton, Gitlab CI/CD
Experience with Kubernetes, including distributions (Openshift, Rancher, GKE)
Knowledge of Container and Image Security, such as Falco, Sysdig Secure, Aqua, Clair, or Anchore
Knowledge of DevSecOps and Cloud Native software development practices
Familiarity with Container Storage, including Container Storage Interfaces (CSI) and Persistent Volumes
Familiarity with Pipeline and GitOps Automation, such as ArgoCD, Tekton, Gitlab CI/CD
Familiarity with Kubernetes Automation, such as Helm or Kustomize
Familiarity with Infrastructure Automation, such as Ansible or Terraform
Experience with Collaboration Tools, such as TEAMS, Confluence, and Gitlab
Knowledge of Monitoring and Performance, such as Prometheus, Grafana, and Thanos
Knowledge of Image Registries, such as Quay or Harbor
Knowledge of Machine Learning Architectures, including GPU Computing, High Performance Computing (HPC)

EEO

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

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At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Other Important Information

By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to work remotely

Full-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work remotely full time at a location other than a Lockheed Martin designated office/job site. Employees may travel to a Lockheed Martin office for periodic meetings.

Work Schedule Information

Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

National Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $150,800 - $265,880. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $173,400 - $300,495. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.