Lead AI & Automation Engineer – Security & Privacy (Federal Healthcare)

$145,000 - $160,000/yr

AI Automation AI Workflow Design (using GPTs / LLMs) Compliance & Legal Automation Support Automation Data Automation OpenAI API Claude API Langchain LlamaIndex Slack Microsoft Teams

Fathom Management LLC

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Role Overview

This Lead AI & Automation Engineer role supports the modernization of security, privacy, and compliance operations within a federal healthcare environment by implementing advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning, and automation technologies. Your work will help protect sensitive healthcare data (PII/PHI) while improving operational efficiency and enabling faster response to evolving cyber threats.

You will design and deploy AI-driven security and privacy automation solutions, combining AI engineering, machine learning, cybersecurity analytics, and automation development to enhance security monitoring, compliance validation, and privacy operations. The role involves building generative AI solutions, RAG-based chatbots, and machine learning models integrated with SIEM platforms such as Splunk.

You will collaborate with security teams, compliance stakeholders, and engineering teams to develop intelligent systems that automate document review, detect security anomalies, and support responsible AI governance in a mission-critical federal healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

Design and implement AI-powered automation solutions to improve security and privacy operations
Build and manage an Agile AI development framework, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and CI/CD pipelines
Develop and maintain an AI-powered RAG chatbot that supports real-time security and privacy inquiries
Implement machine learning models within SIEM platforms to detect security anomalies, insider threats, and emerging attack patterns
Deploy AI-driven analytics that improve threat detection and incident response
Develop AI tools to automate document review and classification for PII/PHI exposure
Build automated workflows that validate compliance with NIST, FISMA, HIPAA, and internal governance policies
Use generative AI technologies to summarize security incidents, automate workflow documentation, generate training materials, and accelerate policy creation
Support AI governance frameworks, including model monitoring, validation, and risk assessment
Ensure all AI tools comply with Section 508 accessibility standards and WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines
Develop documentation and training supporting responsible and secure AI usage in federal environments

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related technical field
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in AI engineering, automation, cybersecurity analytics, or related disciplines
Hands-on AI/ML engineering experience, including generative AI, RAG architectures, and predictive modeling
Experience integrating machine learning models into SIEM or security analytics platforms such as Splunk
Strong experience with automation engineering, CI/CD pipelines, and version control systems
Familiarity with federal cybersecurity and privacy frameworks, including NIST, FISMA, and HIPAA
Understanding of Section 508 accessibility standards and WCAG 2.1 AA requirements
Strong communication and collaboration skills working with security, compliance, and engineering teams

Nice to Have

Experience working in regulated industries or federal environments

Benefits & Perks

Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance coverage
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match and immediate vesting
Military leave benefits
Training and professional development opportunities
Tuition reimbursement programs
Employee wellness initiatives
Commuter benefits
Additional voluntary benefits

About the Company

Fathom Management, Inc. supports federal healthcare and technology modernization initiatives that improve security, privacy, and digital service delivery. The company specializes in AI engineering, cybersecurity analytics, digital transformation, and program delivery supporting government agencies responsible for protecting sensitive healthcare information.