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Position:  Vice President, Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics (Job ID:4258)
Location:  Remote-Virginia Beach
Job Id:  4258
# of Openings:  1 Vice President, Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics Purpose: * Valkyrie Enterprises is seeking a visionary leader to serve as Vice President of Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics. * This executive-level role will drive the strategic development and implementation of AI and data solutions that advance mission-critical defense programs across all stages of the lifecycle.
* This role is REMOTE.
Job Description: * The Vice President of Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics will lead the formulation and execution of enterprise-wide AI and data strategies to enhance operational effectiveness for defense and national security clients.
* This includes overseeing the design and deployment of advanced AI pipelines, data analytics platforms, and mission data solutions that integrate emerging technologies such as machine learning, semantic search, and graph-based analytics into real-world warfighter systems.
* The role involves building and leading high-performing teams of data scientists, engineers, and strategists; collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders and prime contractors to identify new business opportunities in AI-driven decision support; optimizing workflows for scalability and performance across cloud environments; mentoring technical talent while fostering innovation in AI ethics, security, and compliance; and representing Valkyrie at industry forums, client engagements, and innovation initiatives to position the company as a leader in defense technology solutions.
Qualifications: * Must have a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s or PhD preferred) in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related STEM field and at least 12 years of progressive leadership experience in AI, data analytics, and technology strategy, with at least 5 years in a senior executive or VP-level role within the defense contracting sector.
* Must possess a proven track record of delivering AI and data solutions that support mission-critical government programs, including experience with DoD clients such as the MDA or similar agencies.
* Must demonstrate strong strategic planning, team leadership, client relationship management, and business development skills in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
* Must hold an active Secret security clearance (TS/SCI preferred).
Desired Qualifications: * Preferred experience includes prior leadership roles at major defense contractors, deep expertise in mission data platforms, graph databases, MLOps, and cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, or similar).
* Preferred background in innovation labs or “Innovation Factory” initiatives, STEM outreach, and publication or speaking engagements on AI strategy for national security.
* Preferred familiarity with Agile methodologies, full lifecycle AI development, ethical AI governance, and emerging technologies that support warfighter mission outcomes.
* TS/SCI clearance is strongly preferred.
Security Requirements: * Must have an Active Secret security clearance.
* Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain required clearances and comply with all applicable federal security protocols.
Travel Requirements: * Moderate travel; approximately 20% or less. Candidates must possess valid and compliant identification credentials to access federal and military facilities as required.
* If position requires travel by domestic flight or access to secure federal facilities/military bases, candidate must be able to obtain (by start of position) and maintain appropriate identification credentials, such as REAL ID. (More information regarding REAL ID can be found: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id)
Physical Requirements: * Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods
* Able to sit and work on a computer for long periods of time
* Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
* Communicating with others to exchange information
* Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds
Valkyrie strictly adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. This policy is based on Valkyrie’s commitment to hire and retain qualified employees consistent with position requirements; and to seek, employ, promote and treat all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or protected veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information or sexual orientation or other protected characteristics Additionally, Valkyrie Enterprises provides a variety of benefits to eligible employees to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid life and disability insurances, 401k with match, education reimbursement, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) Pay Range: $200,000 - $330,000 per year