Sr. Cyber AI Operations Researcher

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics LaboratoryLaurel, MD
Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a project and technical leader to guide teams of engineers and software developers prototyping and operationalizing state of the art AI solutions for a variety of domains including, but not limited to, cyber operations and information operations. The candidate should have in-depth experience with cyber AI integration, rapid and deliberate planning, historical analysis, and problem framing. Candidate will develop strategy for the integration and testing of network security and situational awareness programs/tools.

Requirements

  • Hold a Bachelors degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, AI/Machine Learning, Physics, Engineering, or other relevant technical field.
  • Have at least 6 years of experience guiding and/or leading cyber AI defense and network operation strategy and policy.
  • Possess demonstrated leadership of teams in cyber operations.
  • Hold an Active Secret clearance and are able to obtain a Top Secret clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

  • Have experience with integrating full spectrum cyber AI operations (network operations, defensive cyberspace operations, and offensive cyberspace operations) and conventional military operations (kinetic, information, and electronic warfare).
  • Have experience working with DoD and/or IC customers
  • Hold an Active Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Provide subject matter expertise in the areas of Cyber AI Operations and Mission Assurance
  • Develop innovative, cutting-edge prototype solutions to tradecraft-driven problems for DoD and IC customers by blending latest research and industry best practices.
  • Evaluate and develop requirements to support current and planned deployment of cyber AI programs and tools
  • Explore promising new AI/ML research and maintain/gain technical edge required for projects.
  • Build partnerships with scientists and engineers across APL, the other divisions of JHU, and the wider research community

Benefits

  • robust education assistance program
  • unparalleled retirement contributions
  • healthy work/life balance
  • retirement plans
  • paid time off
  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • life insurance
  • short-term disability
  • long-term disability
  • flexible spending accounts
  • education assistance
  • training and development
  • sign-on bonus
  • relocation benefits
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