Job Title: AI and Network System Engineer (Active Secret or TS Clearance)

Overview

In this role, you will support the Joint Artificial Intelligence Center (JAIC) which is the Department of Defense's (DoD) Artificial Intelligence (AI) Center of Excellence that provides a critical mass of expertise to help the Department harness the game-changing power of AI. To help operationally prepare the Department for AI, the JAIC integrates technology development, with the requisite policies, knowledge, processes and relationships to ensure long term success and scalability.

ERPi is currently seeking a AI and Network System Engineer to provide support at our Washington, DC site (currently remote due to COVID-19).

Primary responsibilities include:
Inspects legacy software applications to determine viability of AI applications Responsible for designing, consolidating and integrating computer networks and advanced networking solutions, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), service provider networks, Enterprise Networks, Data centers for the build out of a platform and infrastructure that effectively support processing of AI/ML workloads and delivering scalable AI capabilities Ensures that the consortium members are proposing and working towards a common interoperable technical vision Identifies high level architectures and design patterns best suited to a complex multi-vendor, multi-organization environment Identifies technical risks and mitigation strategies Is capable of leading the design of extensive multi-tier architectures with various levels of enabling platforms and technologies and the design of API and data standards Perform network and security assessment, including gap analysis using information gathering tools Create relevant documentation; such as diagrams, detailed assessments and design document Inspects legacy software applications to determine how new AI components or features can be developed and integrated Design and implementation of high-availability and multi-layer secure network infrastructures Develop new concepts for AI service delivery and automation Investigate, design, and deploy new network technologies Ensure compliance of network infrastructure to global standards Assist in the evaluation of new products and services; make recommendations for improvements and assist in the development and documentation of network architecture Perform capacity and resource planning Works with CFT team members, working groups and committees to provide senior level technical direction, leadership and guidance in the accomplishment of challenging tasks including the operational use of AI (both ML and non-ML) Initiates and develops methods to assess the end-to-end systems performance using operational measurements or other available test beds in order that end-to-end performance objectives are met Serves as a senior technical advisor in formulating the technical approaches, selection of the tools, diagnostics methods for solving the customer problems utilizing artificial intelligence in a timely manner Visits field installations, research and development or commercial organizations to obtain or exchange complex technical information Serves as a JAIC representative for agency-wide Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) Ensures all the functional and performance analysis models developed reflect the operational performance requirements

Qualifications: Required & Desired Skills and Clearance:
Bachelors Degree in computer engineering or related field 4-8 years of relevant work experienceStrong knowledge of proven experience with network capacity planning, network security principles, and general network management best practices Experience with network design/development and design of API and data standards Great technical writing skills Experienced in Python programming Familiarity and understanding of: Joint Information Environment (JIE) solution architectures and concepts Routing design and protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, etc.) Software Defined Networking Networking concepts (TCP/IP, routing, switching) Data Center and Network Functions Virtualization (NFV) VDI, Remove Access, Cross Domain Solutions, DevSecOps QoS, Traffic Engineering Must have an active Secret or TS Clearance

About ERPi

Enterprise Resource Performance Inc. is a professional services management ?rm that delivers strategic, advisory, technological, and implementation support services to Federal Agencies. ERPi offers talented candidates the opportunity to perform project management, strategic planning, process improvement, quality management, data analysis, and human capital planning on some of the Federal government's largest and most complex business challenges. Our work environment is highly entrepreneurial and is staffed with some of the brightest and most capable, technical people in the industry. In addition to a comprehensive and flexible benefits program, our offerings include tuition reimbursement, 401(k) profit sharing, industry-leading health plans, generous paid parental leave and matched charitable donations. ERPi is committed to people development and providing opportunities to grow professionally. As an employee, you will work with highly motivated colleagues and have the advantage of a culture that is focused on bringing out the best in you.

EEO Statement:It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of ERPi not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, parental status, marital status, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or any other protected category with respect to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment.