Job ID: 689267BR Date posted: Mar. 31, 2025
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) is seeking a high energy Cyber Software Security Engineer to support the AI Factory, an enterprise Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) platform. In this role, you will be embedded in the AI Factory team working alongside data engineers, AI/ML engineers, product managers and data scientists. The selected candidate will focus on delivery of AI/ML computing resources, orchestration, automation, and services. Additionally, they will contribute to a broad range of projects across the enterprise to increase machine learning availability and value to Lockheed Martin.

The selected candidate will:
- Build and secure machine learning systems to power Lockheed Martin’s AI platforms
- Grow AI security practices within Lockheed Martin
- Work with AI/ML practioners to solve complex problems and create secure solutions
- Contribute to robust evaluation infrastructure to measure model capabilities and risks across multiple domains
- Build sandboxed testing environments and automated pipelines for continuous model assessment
- Evaluate the latest security automation packages and frameworks in the ML and data ecosystems to enable secure end-to-end development pipelines


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.
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you 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.
Basic Qualifications:
- Experience with Programming and Scripting, such as C++, Java, Python, Go and Bash
- Experience with Application Security
- Knowledge of Cyber Security concepts (Intelligence Driven Defense, Threat Driven Methodologies, or Cyber Kill-Chain)
- Knowledge of Kubernetes (OpenShift, Rancher, GKE)
- Familiarity with Containers, including Open Container Initiative (OCI) and Docker
Desired Skills:
- Experience with pipeline automation, such as ArgoCD, Tekton, Gitlab CI/CD
- Experience with collaboration tools, such as Slack, Confluence, Gitlab
- Knowledge of DevSecOps and Cloud Native software development practices
- Knowledge of common machine learning frameworks, such as Tensorflow, Torch, Sci-kit
- Knowledge of the NIST AI Risk Management framework
- Knowledge of AI security tools such as ART or Calypso
- Familiarity with public cloud computing services, such as AWS, GCP, Azure
- Familiarity with monitoring and performance, such as Splunk, Prometheus, Grafana, Dynatrace, Sysdig
- Knowledge of Machine Learning Architectures, including GPU Computing, High Performance Computing (HPC)
- Knowledge of AI/ML Orchestration such as Kubeflow, Flyte, Domino
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: 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 Schedules: 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.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $111,700 - $193,660. 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.
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Washington or Washington DC is $97,100 - $171,235. 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.
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.
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.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: ENTERPRISE BUSINESS SERVICES
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Artificial Intelligence
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First