AI Engineer
Salary$60k – $180k
LocationM9 Solutions, Washington, DC - Secret clearance required
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience5+ yrs
DepartmentM9 Team Member
Company size34+ people
PostedOct 2, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live21h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Secret security clearance
5+ years of software engineering experience
3+ years developing AI/ML-enabled applications
Experience with Python, FastAPI or Flask, React or modern front-end frameworks, Azure OpenAI, LangChain, Semantic Kernel, LlamaIndex or equivalent, REST APIs, SQL and NoSQL databases, and Git-based DevSecOps pipelines
Experience developing RAG architectures, agentic workflows, vector databases, prompt engineering frameworks, and document intelligence solutions
Experience working with unstructured content including policies, audit reports, findings, and compliance documentation
Understanding of FISMA, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST SP 800-53, Continuous Monitoring, POA&M processes, cyber audit lifecycle, risk assessments, and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)
Ability to engage directly with senior government stakeholders and translate complex cybersecurity requirements into technical solutions
Experience supporting federal civilian agencies
Exposure to federal civilian cybersecurity environments
Knowledge of audit finding management, Notification of Findings & Recommendations (NFRs), Corrective Action Plan development, and audit evidence collection and analysis
Experience building AI solutions for compliance, governance, or risk management programs
Familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform, Fabric, Purview, Copilot Studio, and Azure AI services
Skills
Python
FastAPI
Flask
React
Azure OpenAI
LangChain
Semantic Kernel
LlamaIndex
REST APIs
SQL
NoSQL
Git
DevSecOps
RAG
vector databases
prompt engineering
Microsoft Power Platform
Fabric
Purview
Copilot Studio
Azure AI
About the company
M9 Solutions is dedicated to providing IT services and solutions to the Federal Government by mobilizing the right people, skills, clearance levels, and technologies to help organizations that desire improved performance and modern, sustainable change. M9 has provided quality IT services and support to more than 30 Federal Agencies and multiple commercial customers nationwide. Our capabilities include IT Talent Solutions, Data Delivery & Analytics, Cyber Security, Cloud Migration, Applications and Infrastructure, Software Development, and Finance & Accounting.
About the role
M9 Solutions is seeking an AI Engineer to work hybrid remote/on-site in support of a government contract for a client located in Washington, DC. An active Secret clearance is required.
Responsibilities
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Designs and develops AI-enabled applications supporting FISMA audit readiness, GAO audit response activities, NFR and POA&M management, Corrective Action Plan (CAP) generation, audit evidence and PBC analysis, and control testing support.
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Builds custom GPT and RAG-based solutions that automate audit research, findings analysis, and recommendation development.
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Develops capabilities to identify recurring compliance deficiencies, thematic risks, and control weaknesses across audit artifacts.
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Develops secure AI copilots that leverage organizational repositories, policies, standards, procedures, and prior audit documentation.
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Implements vector databases, semantic search, and knowledge retrieval architectures to improve auditor productivity.
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Develops AI capabilities that support NIST CSF mapping, FISMA control assessments, policy review and comparison, audit narrative generation, and executive reporting.
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Creates solutions to automate review and clearance of cybersecurity directives, policies, standards, and procedures.
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Enhances existing initiatives focused on AI-driven reviews of regulatory and policy documentation.
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Develops automated compliance mapping against NIST, FISMA, OMB, and federal cybersecurity requirements.
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Designs data pipelines that integrate audit data, findings repositories, POA&M tracking systems, and compliance datasets.
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Develops dashboards that provide audit readiness metrics, open finding trends, control deficiency analysis, and program risk indicators.
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Implements predictive analytics to identify emerging compliance and cyber governance risks.
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Ensures AI solutions comply with federal cybersecurity requirements and AI governance standards.
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Implements model evaluation frameworks, prompt security controls, audit logging, and explainability mechanisms.
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Supports alignment with NIST AI RMF, federal AI policy guidance, and federal governance requirements.
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Identifies opportunities to reduce manual audit effort through automation.
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Supports the transition from static reporting toward AI-enabled decision support and data-driven governance.
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Develops proof-of-concepts and production-ready capabilities that enhance cybersecurity oversight functions.
Required Skills and Qualifications
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Secret security clearance.
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5+ years of software engineering experience.
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3+ years developing AI/ML-enabled applications.
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Experience with Python, FastAPI or Flask, React or modern front-end frameworks, Azure OpenAI, LangChain, Semantic Kernel, LlamaIndex or equivalent, REST APIs, SQL and NoSQL databases, and Git-based DevSecOps pipelines.
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Experience developing RAG architectures, agentic workflows, vector databases, prompt engineering frameworks, and document intelligence solutions.
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Experience working with unstructured content including policies, audit reports, findings, and compliance documentation.
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Understanding of FISMA, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST SP 800-53, Continuous Monitoring, POA&M processes, cyber audit lifecycle, risk assessments, and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC).
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Ability to engage directly with senior government stakeholders and translate complex cybersecurity requirements into technical solutions.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
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Experience supporting federal civilian agencies.
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Exposure to federal civilian cybersecurity environments.
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Knowledge of audit finding management, Notification of Findings & Recommendations (NFRs), Corrective Action Plan development, and audit evidence collection and analysis.
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Experience building AI solutions for compliance, governance, or risk management programs.
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Familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform, Fabric, Purview, Copilot Studio, and Azure AI services.
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Full-Time Employee Compensation
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M9 Solutions’ pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the position, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as internal equity, location, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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M9 Benefits - https://m9solutions.com/why-join-m9/#our-benefits
Salary Range
$60,000—$180,000 USD
Legal
M9 Solutions, LLC (M9) is a Federal subcontractor and complies with all applicable federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). M9 also adheres to the affirmative action requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), ensuring equal opportunity for protected veterans. If you wish to voluntarily share that you are an individual with a disability, you are welcome to do so at any point in the application or employment process; M9 does not require this information, and it will not affect your candidacy. If you need accommodation during the application process or encounter difficulties using our website, please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected] or 703-936-0880.
M9 Solutions is a proud participant in the Virginia Values Veterans (V3) program and supports the Military Medics and Corpsmen (MMAC) initiative, demonstrating our commitment to hiring and supporting veterans, transitioning service members, military spouses, and dependents.
With 15+ years of proven delivery and growth, M9 Solutions is a unique small business with credible past performance and key capabilities offering project management services, solution architects, business analysts, program managers, technical architects, and technical consultants. M9 was recognized as an Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, and 2012. M9 Solutions believes that work should be fun, rewarding, and something everyone can be excited about. We offer a competitive compensation package and value diverse perspectives in driving the vision of the company.