Job Posting:
JR100079 Artificial Intelligence Threat Analyst / Lead Artificial Intelligence Threat Analyst (Open)Department:
UBalt CPSI Grants & Projects, PMPosition Type:
RegularOpen Date:
09-27-2024Close Date:
Non-lead: $90,000 - $100,000; Lead: $100,000 - $110,000Job Description:
The Lead Artificial Intelligence Threat Analyst or Artificial Intelligence Threat Analyst responsibilities include: identifying and categorizing AI-generated synthetic and augmented/manipulated media; generate investigative leads from AI-generated synthetic and augmented media; capturing, cataloging, indexing, and communicating mission critical components of synthetic and augmented media; assessing information quickly and accurately for credibility, relevance, and importance; producing timely, useful, and relevant reports and threat assessments; performing assessments of synthetic and augmented media and passing on results for further research, background investigations, or law enforcement mitigation; adhering to best practice standards and CFR compliance requirements and reporting. The Lead role is also responsible for identifying and analyzing trends and patterns from a large sample of synthetic or augmented media.Responsibilities:
Research Activities
Collect, identify, categorize, and index suspected synthetic or augmented media from allied law enforcement agencies.
Analyze synthetic and augmented media to generate investigative leads for allied law enforcement agencies.
Identify, assess, and report on emerging trends in capabilities and use of AI tools.
Prepare graphs, charts, and other illustrative products for visual presentation of data to customers.
Liaison/Outreach Activities
Collaborate with appropriate federal, state, local, and non-governmental entities to develop relevant key intelligence questions (KIQs) and standing information needs (SINs) for the State of Maryland.
Develop and maintain information sharing relationships related to artificial intelligence tools and capabilities.
Partner with other state, local and federal government agency to develop outreach, liaison, and training programs.
Develop and deliver briefings and other outreach materials supporting the mutual sharing of information and intelligence related to artificial intelligence tools and capabilities.
Attend meetings of law enforcement and first responders to ensure that the groups are informed on current/emerging threats and to encourage sharing of suspected synthetic or augmented media with the MCAC.
Develop relationships with Subject Matter Experts in the various artificial intelligence and first responder communities to support MCAC analysis.
Continuing Education, Training and Conferences
Attend continuing education/training opportunities supporting maintenance and advancement of analytical tradecraft and technical skills and knowledge. Remain current with all necessary intelligence analysis systems and procedures. Since AI is an advancing technology, field of study, and growing core function in business operations at an exceptional rate, the analyst needs to maintain continuous awareness and training to able be to keep pace with AI development, research, and utilization.
Other duties as assigned
When needed assist the other local, state, and federal agencies with similar missions.
Assist in the development of mission priorities and research parameters
Staff appropriate command posts and emergency operations centers during special events and critical incidents to provide a liaison between the MCAC and other agencies.
Required Education: Baccalaureate degree or higher in sociology, psychology, criminal justice, law enforcement, computer science, engineering, mathematics or a closely related field.
Required Experience: 3-5 years of intelligence analysis, data science, or Integrated Development Environment experience.
Preferred Education: Master’s degree or higher in intelligence, sociology, psychology, criminal justice, law enforcement, business/public administration, STEM, data science, computer engineering, or closely related field.
Preferred Experience: 5+ years’ experience in conducting outreach, liaison, training, analysis and reporting that supports intelligence analysis regarding artificial intelligence and AI-generated synthetic and augmented media; 2+ years Visual Studio Code experience; experience with developing Artificial Intelligence technology; 2+ years conducting law enforcement investigations and research
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of classified and open source research and data analysis methods and techniques
Knowledge of the Intelligence Cycle and Criminal Investigations
Knowledge in the collection, analyzing, and dissemination of criminal intelligence information
Familiarity with statistical analysis using Microsoft Excel or SSPS software
Experience working with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI)
Experience working with federal, state and local law enforcement databases
Demonstrated knowledge of open source intelligence collection, analysis, and dissemination.
Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques.
Proficiency using Integrated Development Environments
Proficiency in Python
Familiarity with machine learning frameworks TensorFlow, Keras, or PyTorch
Familiarity with the artificial intelligence developer and research communities
Experience with prompt engineering and generative artificial intelligence models
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing to a wide range and number of audiences
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Ability to work extended hours as necessary.
Ability to collect, assemble, analyze, and evaluate evidence, statistics, and other pertinent information to draw logical conclusions in order to effectively solve crimes.
Ability to prepare graphs, charts, tables, maps, and other illustrative devices from collected data or visual presentations
Ability to effectively communicate both in oral and written form
Ability to understand and follow directives, instructions, and standard operating procedures
Due to the nature of the work, applicant will be required to pass criminal background check and obtain a government-issued Security Clearance.
We offer a competitive benefits package, including health, life, prescription, and dental plans, tuition remission benefits, paid leave (22 days of annual, 15 days of sick, 3 days of personal, and 14-15 holidays) and retirement plans with employer contributions. You can see more details on our benefits here.
Additional Job Information:
Program SpecialistThe University of Baltimore ("UBalt" or "University") does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, race, religion, age, disability, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other legally protected characteristics in its programs, activities or employment practices. UBalt is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Compliant Employer & Title IX Institution.