AI Risk Management & Evaluation SME

FWI is building a team to provide expert analytical, coordination, and documentation support enabling consistent implementation of the NIST AI Risk Management Framework across its lifecycle. In this position you will develop governance artifacts, contextual risk mapping frameworks, and evaluation planning resources aligned to the AI RMF's Govern, Map, and Manage functions while supporting NIST's testing, evaluation, verification, and validation activities.

FWI has been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Washington Post in 2024 and 2025, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment. 

Position is contingent upon contract award

Work Schedule and Location

Remote: This full-time remote position will work Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm. Some travel may be required.

• Draft AI governance artifacts aligned with the ‘Govern’ function of the AI RMF, including governance structures, roles, decision pathways, and oversight mechanisms.
• Develop contextual risk mapping frameworks aligned with the ‘Map’ function of the AI RMF, characterizing AI system context, risk factors, and evaluation readiness.
• Create TEVV planning and synthesis resources supporting AI RMF implementation and standards alignment, including evaluation objectives, scoping considerations, and traceability to AI RMF functions.
• Develop integration artifacts linking evaluation insights to operational risk management practices under the ‘Manage’ function of the AI RMF.
• Document feedback loops between evaluation outcomes and risk responses for continuous improvement.
• Prepare governance integration briefs, contextual risk mapping use case profiles, TEVV coordination briefs, and risk integration use case briefs as directed by the COR.
• Support optional evaluation exercise planning and synthesis activities as directed.

Required: 

• Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant professional experience, including experience supporting AI evaluation planning, measurement or assurance approaches, or development of guidance and tools aligned with the AI RMF, preferably including work with the Federal Government, in particular NIST or comparable scientific and standards-focused organizations.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience supporting the development, implementation, or operationalization of the NIST AI RMF and related AI governance, risk management, or evaluation activities.

FWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.

At FWI, we place the highest importance on creating an exceptional employee experience. You'll have opportunities to achieve your career aspirations through internal promotions, professional development, and other recognition and rewards programs. Join our team and take advantage of the many benefits we offer, including:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off

Negotiable