Vice President, Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics (Job ID:4258)

Valkyrie•Virginia Beach, VA

5d•$200,000 - $330,000•Remote

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (Master’s or PhD preferred) in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related STEM field.
At least 12 years of progressive leadership experience in AI, data analytics, and technology strategy.
At least 5 years in a senior executive or VP-level role within the defense contracting sector.
Proven track record of delivering AI and data solutions that support mission-critical government programs.
Experience with DoD clients such as the MDA or similar agencies.
Strong strategic planning, team leadership, client relationship management, and business development skills in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
Active Secret security clearance.
Ability to obtain and maintain required clearances and comply with all applicable federal security protocols.
Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate identification credentials (e.g., REAL ID) for travel and access to federal facilities/military bases.

Nice To Haves

Prior leadership roles at major defense contractors.
Deep expertise in mission data platforms, graph databases, MLOps, and cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, or similar).
Background in innovation labs or “Innovation Factory” initiatives.
Experience in STEM outreach.
Publication or speaking engagements on AI strategy for national security.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
Familiarity with full lifecycle AI development.
Familiarity with ethical AI governance.
Familiarity with emerging technologies that support warfighter mission outcomes.
TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

Lead the formulation and execution of enterprise-wide AI and data strategies.
Oversee the design and deployment of advanced AI pipelines, data analytics platforms, and mission data solutions.
Integrate emerging technologies such as machine learning, semantic search, and graph-based analytics into real-world warfighter systems.
Build and lead high-performing teams of data scientists, engineers, and strategists.
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders and prime contractors to identify new business opportunities in AI-driven decision support.
Optimize workflows for scalability and performance across cloud environments.
Mentor technical talent while fostering innovation in AI ethics, security, and compliance.
Represent Valkyrie at industry forums, client engagements, and innovation initiatives.