Associate Cybersecurity Operations Researcher

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Qualifications

• You have BS in Computer Science or related discipline with three (3) years of experience; OR MS in the same fields with one (1) year of experience.
• You have the willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally (up to 40% on an annual basis) in support of the SEI mission.
• You will be subject to a background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain an active Department of War (DoW) security clearance.
• Desired Experience
• Familiarity with critical infrastructure sectors.
• Experience working within or in collaboration with a national Incident Response or Security Operations organization.
• Demonstrated technical proficiency with modern computing hardware, software, and networking technologies.
• Experience conducting research and publishing academic or technical papers.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity metrics, measurement, and assessment methodologies.
• Participation in public forums such as standards bodies, open-source projects, or professional publications.
• Preferred certifications: CISSP, CEH, CISM, CompTIA Security+, or equivalent.
• Why work here?
• Join a world-class organization that continues to have a significant impact.
• Work with cutting-edge technologies and dedicated experts to solve challenging problems for the government and the nation.
• Access tuition benefits at Carnegie Mellon University and other institutions for employees and their dependent children.
• Receive 8% monthly contribution for your retirement.
• Maintain a healthy work/life balance including paid parental and military leave.
• Take advantage of annual professional development opportunities.
• Qualify for relocation assistance.
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Responsibilities

• Conduct and support analytical studies involving risk, threat, and security data.
• Work independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams of varying experience levels.
• Apply a strong understanding of enterprise cybersecurity and technology security challenges.
• Utilize knowledge of computer network defense tools and processes, including leading commercial vendor solutions and open-source platforms.
• Brief strategic and technical topics to senior leadership, technical and non-technical audiences, and foreign government officials.
• Analyze current operational challenges and evolving threats facing network security and intelligence organizations.
• Apply project planning and management methodologies to support program execution.
• Engage international stakeholders with cultural awareness and professionalism.
• Produce clear, well-structured technical documentation that translates complex processes for diverse audiences (writing sample may be requested).
• Team deliverables include:
• Technical publications
• Industry and government conference presentations
• Course development and delivery
• Direct customer engagement
• Prototype tools and methodologies