IT SPECIALIST (ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE)

Provide executive-level strategic leadership and vision for AI/ML platform engineering across the enterprise, establishing long-term technology roadmaps and architectural standards that align with national AI initiatives. Direct the development of revolutionary internal developer platforms (IDPs) and self-service ecosystems that enable autonomous, scalable AI/ML operations across diverse organizational units. Lead innovation in advanced hardware optimization including quantum-classical hybrid systems, specialized AI accelerators, and distributed computing architectures that push the boundaries of AI/ML performance and efficiency. Develop and implements comprehensive, enterprise-wide governance frameworks for AI/ML platforms that establish industry-leading standards for model lifecycle management, ethical AI practices, and regulatory compliance across federal agencies. Provide executive-level leadership and strategic direction to senior technical staff, cross-functional teams, and external partners to drive organizational transformation and establish CMS as a leader in government AI innovation.