Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

Artificial Intelligence National Security Analyst

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab$100K — $245K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related discipline.
  • 3+ years of experience in National Security Analysis or operations analysis.
  • Familiarity with Generative AI tools (e.g., large language models).
  • Experience applying structured analytic methods to complex problems.
  • Strong critical thinking skills for evaluating analytic reliability.
  • Basic technical skills in scripting or data tools (e.g., Python, APIs).
  • Ability to clearly communicate insights in writing and verbally.
  • Eligibility for Interim Secret level security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).

Responsibilities

  • Develop and apply Generative AI tools for National Security Analysis workflows.
  • Evaluate AI capabilities for reliability and usefulness in real-world contexts.
  • Integrate AI into existing analytic methods to enhance speed and insight generation.
  • Develop strategies and workflows for AI-assisted analytic tasks.
  • Collaborate with analysts and engineers to create AI-enabled solutions.
  • Define and document best practices for AI use in National Security Analysis.

Benefits

  • Work within a nationally recognized Advanced Mission Modeling and AI Group.
  • Contribute to critical challenges in national security.
  • Engage in a collaborative environment with analysts and developers.
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI technologies and methodologies.
Full Job Description
Description

In this role, you will, build, explore, evaluate, and apply Generative AI tools-including large language models-to augment analytic workflows, improve insight generation, and enhance decision support.

Working within the Advanced Mission Modeling and AI Group (JAM) in the National Security Analysis Department (NSAD), you will play a key role in integrating AI into analytic methodologies used across DoD and Combatant Command efforts providing critical solutions to critical challenges.

As an AI National Security Analyst...
  • You will develop and apply Generative AI tools to support and enhance National Security Analysis workflows.
  • You will evaluate AI capabilities for reliability, usefulness, and limitations within real-world mission contexts.
  • You will integrate AI-assisted approaches into existing analytic techniques to improve speed, scale, and insight generation.
  • You will develop and refine prompting strategies and workflows to support analytic tasks.
  • You will collaborate with analysts, engineers, and developers to translate mission needs into AI-enabled solutions.
  • You will help define, document, and communicate best practices for applying AI across the National Security Analysis space.

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
  • Possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
  • Have at least three years of relevant experience in National Security Analysis, operations analysis, or related analytic work.
  • Have familiarity with Generative AI tools (e.g., large language models) and their application to real-world problems.
  • Have experience applying structured analytic methods to complex problem sets.
  • Possess strong critical thinking skills and the ability to evaluate the reliability and limitations of analytic outputs.
  • Have basic technical fluency, including light scripting or experience working with data and tools (e.g., Python, APIs, or similar).
  • Are able to communicate analytic insights clearly in both written and verbal formats.
  • Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a TS/SCI level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...
  • Have experience applying/integrating Generative AI approaches in analytic, research, or operational contexts.
  • Have familiarity with prompt engineering, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), or AI-assisted workflows.
  • Have experience evaluating AI outputs for bias, accuracy, and mission relevance.
  • Have experience supporting DoD or IC analytic efforts.
  • Have worked with integrating new tools or technologies into established analytic processes.
  • Have experience briefing analytic insights to stakeholders.

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Minimum Rate

$100,000 Annually

Maximum Rate

$245,000 Annually

About Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is a research and development organization that provides solutions to national security and scientific challenges. The laboratory was founded in 1942 and is located in Laurel, Maryland. APL is a division of the Johns Hopkins University and is a not-for-profit organization. The laboratory has expertise in a variety of areas, including space exploration, national security, and healthcare.
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