AI Adoption Specialist

Koniag Government Services•Hampton, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Koniag IT Solutions, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an AI Adoption Specialist with an active TS/SCI clearance or TS clearance with SCI eligibility to support KITS and its government customer at Joint Base Langley-Eustis (JBLE), Virginia. The position provides embedded, hands-on support to accelerate the integration and operational use of artificial intelligence, robotic process automation, and related tools across Air Combat Command (ACC) HQ A3 and, as directed, ACC Directorates and Branches. The role works alongside mission personnel to understand workflows, identify practical opportunities, build user proficiency, and support the development and sustained use of mission-relevant solutions. Practical applied proficiency and the ability to foster adoption are emphasized; deep subject-matter expertise is not required. The specialist serves as a trusted advisor and enabler, providing user engagement and technical support across classified and unclassified environments. The role involves identifying and prototyping AI/RPA solutions, coordinating integration, delivering applied instruction, and helping ensure solutions comply with cybersecurity, data governance, classification, and operational requirements. The primary work location is JBLE, where the employee will work in government-provided secure facilities, including SCIFs, and access NIPRNet, SIPRNet, and AFSCI environments. The position requires in-person presence during normal duty hours, Monday through Friday, with travel as needed to support ACC directorates and wings. Occasional extended hours and early morning or evening meetings may be required. Telework is not available for unclassified administrative tasks, and classified work must be performed on-site in approved facilities. The role may require sitting, standing, and computer use for extended periods, as well as lifting and transporting training materials and equipment as needed.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI security clearance or TS clearance with SCI eligibility.
Knowledge of AI, RPA, and machine learning concepts and their operational application in DoD/IC mission contexts.
Knowledge of cybersecurity, data governance, and records management policies applicable to DoD networks, including NIPRNet, SIPRNet, and AFSCI.
Knowledge of DoD and Air Force AI ethical principles, data strategies, and governance structures.
Knowledge of IT integration and secure network operations across classified and unclassified environments.
Knowledge of performance measurement, KPIs, and mission outcome evaluation.
Knowledge of Air Force information security, OPSEC, and CUI handling requirements.
Skill in providing hands-on, mission-relevant instruction to technical and non-technical users.
Skill in identifying practical AI/RPA use cases through workflow observation and user engagement.
Skill in prototyping and testing AI/RPA solutions in operational environments.
Skill in translating technical concepts into actionable, user-friendly guidance.
Skill in building stakeholder relationships and facilitating cross-functional collaboration.
Skill in creating basic knowledge materials, advising on SOP development, and preparing job aids tailored to mission workflows.
Skill in data analysis and reporting to inform adoption strategies and measure ROI.
Ability to work independently and proactively identify AI/RPA opportunities.
Ability to adapt support and instruction to users' proficiency and mission context.
Ability to shift between hands-on coaching, applied instruction, and practical solution development.
Ability to communicate effectively with senior leaders, technical personnel, and end users.
Ability to maintain the required clearance and comply with security and operational requirements.
Ability to learn and apply new AI/RPA tools quickly.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work in person at JBLE during normal duty hours and to travel as required.
Ability to operate in SCIFs and approved secure facilities.
Ability to sit, stand, and use computers for extended periods, and to lift and transport training materials and equipment as needed.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of enterprise AI and RPA platforms such as Ask Sage and other DoW-derived tools, including Envision.
Experience or skill using collaboration and reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, SharePoint, and DAF365.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing long-term strategic plans for AI/RPA integration across ACC directorates and wings.
Collect and synthesize data to inform adoption strategies and measure mission impact.
Coordinate AI/RPA integration activities across functional areas and units.
Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support integration.
Identify AI/RPA opportunities through workflow observation and user engagement.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of AI/RPA tools and recommend improvements.
Provide applied, hands-on training on AI/RPA tools in ACC mission contexts.
Provide technical advisory support for integration while ensuring compliance with cybersecurity, data governance, and classification requirements.
Support the prototyping, testing, and transition of AI/RPA solutions into sustained operations.
Translate technical AI/RPA concepts into mission-relevant guidance for operational users.
Assist in developing training materials, standard operating procedures, and user guides.
Coordinate with the AI/RPA Solutions Architect on needs assessments to identify skill gaps and training requirements.
Facilitate user-driven innovation challenges, such as solution-a-thons and ideation workshops.
Maintain knowledge repositories and update materials based on user feedback and evolving tool capabilities.
Participate in governance bodies, technical exchanges, and working groups related to AI/RPA adoption.
Travel as required to support ACC Directorate and Wing AI/RPA adoption activities.
Work in classified and unclassified environments and meet applicable physical security requirements.