AI Specialist
Be Challenged and Make a Difference
In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture.
Job Overview: We are seeking an AI Specialist with deep expertise in large language models (LLMs), focused on fine-tuning and deploying these models for cybersecurity applications. In this role, you will combine your knowledge of AI with low-level programming (primarily C) to optimize systems for security purposes, focusing on performance, efficiency, and real-time threat detection. Your efforts will directly contribute to the development of cutting-edge AI solutions that address the most pressing cybersecurity challenges today.
Key Responsibilities:
- LLM Fine-Tuning & Model Development: Fine-tune and train large language models (LLMs), such as GPT and BERT, for specific offensive cybersecurity applications.
- C Programming for Cybersecurity Systems: Develop and optimize low-level code in C for high-performance components of AI-driven cybersecurity systems. Focus on optimizing AI model inference and ensuring the efficient handling of security relevant data.
- Integration of AI with Developers: Collaborate with developers to integrate fine-tuned LLMs into existing workflows.
- Data Handling & Preprocessing: Work with large datasets, including open and closed-source software repositories for model tuning.
- Model Deployment & Performance Optimization: Deploy models into production environments with a focus on scalability and real-time performance.
- Cybersecurity-Specific NLP Tasks: Use LLMs to address cybersecurity-specific task .
- Research & Innovation: Continuously explore new techniques in both cybersecurity and AI to innovate and improve security systems. Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in LLMs and low-level system optimizations for real-time AI applications.
- Expertise in Large Language Models (LLMs): Proven experience in fine-tuning and optimizing large language models (e.g., GPT, BERT, T5) for cybersecurity use cases. Deep knowledge of how to leverage these models for offensive cyber NLP tasks.
- Proficiency in C Programming: Extensive hands-on experience in low-level programming, particularly in C.
- Machine Learning Frameworks: Experience using machine learning libraries and frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, Hugging Face Transformers, etc., for model training and fine-tuning.
- Cybersecurity Knowledge: Strong understanding of core offensive cyber topics.
- Data Engineering & Preprocessing Skills: Proficiency in data preprocessing, feature extraction, and working with large datasets, with experience using tools like NumPy, pandas, and SQL.
- AI Model Deployment & Monitoring: Experience deploying AI models in production, with an emphasis on performance optimization and monitoring for real-time systems. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure) for model deployment.
- Performance Optimization in C: Experience optimizing algorithms and code in C for maximum performance, particularly in handling high-throughput data and reducing latency in security-critical applications.
- Advanced Degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Experience with real-time data processing and stream processing frameworks.
- Familiarity with other low-level languages (C++, Rust) is a plus.
- Knowledge of network security protocols, firewalls, and encryption techniques.
- Understanding of secure coding practices and how to apply them in AI systems.
Benefits
· Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents
· 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents
· 100% company paid long-term and short term disability insurance
· 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents
· 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting
· Competitive Pay
· Generous paid leave and holiday package
· Tuition and training reimbursement
· Life and AD&D Insurance
About AnaVation
AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.
If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you!
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At AnaVation, we believe in people making the difference in the ever-evolving world of technology. That's why we are on the lookout for an AI Specialist who possesses a deep understanding of large language models (LLMs) and is passionate about fine-tuning these models for exciting cybersecurity applications. When you join us in Chantilly, VA, you won't just be another employee; you'll be part of a culture that values innovative solutions and invests in great talent. Your role will involve hands-on experience fine-tuning LLMs like GPT and BERT, while also diving into low-level programming with C to enhance security systems' performance. You'll collaborate closely with developers to integrate AI-enhanced solutions into existing workflows and tackle a variety of data preprocessing tasks using tools like NumPy and pandas. Plus, you'll get a chance to stay on the cutting edge of research by exploring new AI and cybersecurity techniques. Not only will you directly contribute to developing advanced AI systems aimed at tackling pressing cybersecurity challenges, but you're also stepping into an environment where your insights and innovations really matter. Join AnaVation, where complex challenges await, and together, we can redefine the future of cybersecurity with the power of AI!
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