Cyber Security Research Analyst BDVA 1675

Global InfoTek, Inc. • Reston, VA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Global InfoTek, Inc. is hiring a Cyber Security Research Analyst to evaluate next-generation cyber defense technologies. You will conduct research into quantum-resistant cryptography, microelectronics supply chain risk management (SCRM), and hardware-level security architectures to safeguard future DoD weapons systems and microchip foundries against state-sponsored adversaries.

Requirements

• Active Top Secret / SCI clearance.
• US Citizenship required.
• 8+ Years of experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science.
• In-depth research experience in advanced cyber defense concepts, post-quantum cryptography (PQC), or hardware security.
• Expertise assessing microelectronics Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) vulnerabilities and counterfeit electronics detection.
• Understanding of zero-trust architecture at the silicon and firmware level (Root of Trust, TPM, Secure Boot).
• Ability to conduct technical risk analyses on emerging commercial technologies intended for defense integration.
• Strong publication or technical writing track record analyzing state-of-the-art cyber threats and countermeasures.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of NIST Post-Quantum Cryptography standardization algorithms and transition roadmaps.
• Experience with microchip reverse engineering, side-channel analysis, or trust verification tools.
• Prior engagement with DARPA MTO, NSA Research Directorate, or OUSD (R&E) Cyber/Microelectronics offices.
• CISSP, CISM, Certified Semiconductor/Hardware Security Credentials, or GIAC Security Analyst certifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research into quantum-resistant cryptography, microelectronics supply chain risk management (SCRM), and hardware-level security architectures.
• Safeguard future DoD weapons systems and microchip foundries against state-sponsored adversaries.
• Evaluate next-generation cyber defense technologies.
• Conduct technical risk analyses on emerging commercial technologies intended for defense integration.
• Publish or write technical reports analyzing state-of-the-art cyber threats and countermeasures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior