Cyber Vulnerability Consultant
Key Role:
Serve as a strategic technical consultant supporting research programs at the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) for the Information Innovation Office (I2O) to gain Science and Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) support for programs in cybersecurity and help to oversee the creation and execution of advanced government-funded research and development programs in computer science, including reverse engineering, vulnerability discovery and exploitation techniques. Work with world-class scientists and engineers to impact national security investments through the development of leading-edge technologies. Leverage technical expertise to provide strategic assessments of new technologies in support to senior DoD decision makers. Maintain responsibility for producing and presenting findings and recommendations to a team of colleagues and clients on the feasibility and potential impact of future research programs, assisting with the management of current programs, and facilitating the transition of program deliverables to DoD stakeholders.
Basic Qualifications:
5+ years of experience with vulnerability discovery and exploit development
Experience with leading testing and evaluation of DoD applied research and advanced technology development of cybersecurity technologies or prototypes in an operationally relevant environment
Experience with supporting DoD research programs including technical program management, engagement with research performers, deliverable review, and leading regular calls or meetings with research performers
Experience with program analysis tools and techniques
Top Secret clearance
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science
Additional Qualifications:
Experience with participating in, developing challenges for, or running cyber Capture the Flag (CTF) exercises
Experience with Large Language Models and Generative AI techniques
Experience with the direct engagement of government transition partners in the DoD and Intelligence Community related to stakeholders in the realm of advanced and applied cybersecurity
Experience with tactical and analytical products and tools for cyber operations
Experience in military cyber operations, related tools, and integration with transition platforms for operational use
Knowledge of DoD security guidance, policy, and program execution with respect to test events, conducting research, and technology transition
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top Secret clearance is required.
Compensation
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Work Model
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