Associate Research Director

Cybersecurity

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501-1,000 employees

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Develops cybersecurity and data science solutions for global safety

Company Overview

Two Six Technologies is a leader in the tech industry, known for its commitment to solving complex global challenges through private R&D and technical expertise in various fields such as cyber, information operations, and data science. The company fosters a culture of collaboration and trust, enabling its team to create impactful products that enhance global safety and are trusted by high-profile customers like DARPA and U.S. Cyber Command. With a focus on rapid development and real-world application, Two Six Technologies offers a dynamic work environment for those passionate about making a significant difference on a global scale.

Data & Analytics

Cybersecurity

AI & Machine Learning

Aerospace

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$35M

Founded

2021

Headquarters

Arlington, Virginia

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 15%

1 year growth

↑ 31%

2 year growth

↑ 67%

Locations

Arlington, VA, USA

Experience Level

Entry

Junior

Mid

Senior

Expert

Desired Skills

Agile

Marketing

CategoriesNew

Product

IT & Security

Requirements

A four-year degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or Mathematics with a concentration in cyber security, software engineering, or related technical domain
Ten or more years of professional experience in a similar role
Cybersecurity domain experience and knowledge
A strong foundational knowledge of offensive and defensive cyber security fundamentals, with emphasis on at least one of the following: vulnerability research, reverse engineering, program analysis, cyber capability development, or cyber systems engineering
Past performance as a Principal Investigator on fast-paced, innovation-driven, advanced technology R&D projects for Government clients
Experience serving as a line manager for a team of scientists and engineers
A proven track record of capturing Government R&D contracts/programs

Responsibilities

Technical and programmatic oversight of Cyber Security R&D projects
Line management of team members and identifying/hiring new team members
Technical marketing of Two Six Technologies' Cyber Security services and capabilities to new and existing Government R&D clients
Identifying and leading the capture of new R&D programs
Participating in and leading proposal generation and delivery

Desired Qualifications

An advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or related technical domain
Experience with agile software development practices
Experience developing security solutions and products
Experience leading teams in a rapid prototype environment demonstrating scalable architectures
Proven experience leading a rapidly growing team
An active security clearance
Experience as a Principal Investigator for a DARPA program

Two Six Technologies is seeking an Associate Research Director-Cyber Security.

Responsibilities:

Technical and programmatic oversight of Cyber Security R&D projects
Line management of team members and identifying/hiring new team members
Technical marketing of Two Six Technologies’ Cyber Security services and capabilities to new and existing Government R&D clients
Identifying and leading the capture of new R&D programs
Participating in and leading proposal generation and delivery

Requirements:

A four-year degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or Mathematics with a concentration in cyber security, software engineering, or related technical domain
Ten or more years of professional experience in a similar role
Cybersecurity domain experience and knowledge
A strong foundational knowledge of offensive and defensive cyber security fundamentals, with emphasis on at least one of the following: vulnerability research, reverse engineering, program analysis, cyber capability development, or cyber systems engineering
Past performance as a Principal Investigator on fast-paced, innovation-driven, advanced technology R&D projects for Government clients
Experience serving as a line manager for a team of scientists and engineers
A proven track record of capturing Government R&D contracts/programs

Nice to have:

An advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or related technical domain
Experience with agile software development practices
Experience developing security solutions and products
Experience leading teams in a rapid prototype environment demonstrating scalable architectures
Proven experience leading a rapidly growing team
An active security clearance
Experience as a Principal Investigator for a DARPA program

Clearance/Citizenship:

US citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance are required up to TS/SCI and poly

Two Six Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type and protective hair styles (e.g., braids, twists, locs and twists)), color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age (40 and over), marital status, disability, genetic information, and protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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