Cybersecurity Technical SETA

Required Background and Skills:  

• Must have a technical background of some depth related to cyber technologies, hardware, and/or software (able to go deep at least in one cyber area or domain) 
• Technology and technical approach related experience with military cyber operations, tools, and integration with transition platforms for operational use 
• Experience with supporting DoD research programs in terms of technology management, engagement with research performers, deliverable review, and leading regular calls or meetings with research performers on a technical basis 
• Experience involving direct engagement with government transition partners (within the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community) and related stakeholders 
• Demonstrated understanding of DoD security guidance, policy, and program execution with respect to test events, conducting research, and technology transition 
• Ability to perform high priority and time-sensitive tasks in parallel 
• Extreme attention to detail and organizational approach and abilities 
• Deeply embraces and understands the “SETA mentality” of keeping programs progressing, working within an agency like DARPA, and communicating among research teams and transition partners 
• Top Secret Security Clearance/SCI Eligible
• Ability to work 100% on-site full time in a SCIF environment in Arlington, VA (no regular telework or remote work)
• Travel may be required up to 10-20% of the time

Desired Background and Skills: 

• Hands-on tactical experience with analytical products and tools for cyber operations 
• Experience with 
  • Advanced cybersecurity technologies transitioning and entering rapid acquisition from the Department of Defense research community  
  • –and/or—Testing and evaluation of Department of Defense or Intelligence Community applied research and advanced technology development of cybersecurity technologies and/or prototypes in an operationally relevant environment 
  • –and/or—Gathering and interpreting information from sensitive platforms for intelligence collection, risk assessment, and reporting 
• 5+ years of experience in the above realms  

Salary range for the position is $150,000 - $250,000 per year. Specific compensation will be determined by several factors including experience, education, skills, and knowledge. We also offer medical/dental/vision benefits and 401k contribution.