Technical Development Advisor
About The Position
This position serves as a nationally recognized expert in control systems cybersecurity and intelligence-related topics. The role provides strategic insight, technical expertise, and consulting to advance CIC capabilities. The Technical Development Advisor will lead project teams delivering high-impact, sensitive national security work, and develop and execute strategic engagement plans aligned with CIC and N&HS directorate priorities. This role involves building trusted relationships with USG partners, marketing INL expertise, and translating needs into actionable agreements. The advisor will identify emerging customer needs, guide long-term R&D investment strategies, and facilitate productive interactions with stakeholders through planning meetings, visits, and formal collaborations. The position is responsible for managing and growing new research and business areas across DoW, IC, and homeland security sectors. Communication of complex technical subjects to both technical and non-technical audiences is essential, as is mentoring junior staff to cultivate an expert workforce. The role also requires coordinating across DOE laboratories, FFRDCs, and external partners to support acquisition and cybersecurity programs.
Requirements
- Baccalaureate and 14 years of experience (or relevant industry/military equivalent) OR Master's degree and 8 years of experience (or relevant industry/military equivalent).
- Relevant experiences include cyber security; intelligence analysis and operations, strategic planning; program management (especially for classified USG projects); national security issues; and liaison among the USG inter-agency.
- Broad expertise in DoW and IC cybersecurity challenges, technologies, and mission environments.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a dynamic, expanding global cybersecurity environment.
- Exceptional communication abilities and the professional presence to engage senior leaders and technical experts.
- Demonstrated experience independently leading complex programs and making high‑impact decisions.
- Must have US citizenship
- Must hold a current Top Secret clearance (or equivalent DOE Q clearance) plus SCI access.
- Must be willing and able to complete a polygraph and become a full-time member of DOE’s Field Intelligence Element.
- Must have prior experience working with USG classified programs and be comfortable working in a Special Access Programs environment.
Nice To Haves
- Prior military experience in cyber security and intelligence related leadership positions at the 0-5/0-6 level strongly preferred.
- Advanced degree in science, engineering, or technical field from an accredited program.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a nationally recognized expert in control systems cybersecurity and intelligence-related topics.
- Provide strategic insight, technical expertise, and consulting to advance CIC capabilities.
- Lead project teams delivering high‑impact, sensitive national security work.
- Develop and execute strategic engagement plans aligned with CIC and N&HS directorate priorities.
- Build trusted relationships with USG partners; market INL expertise and translate needs into actionable agreements.
- Identify emerging customer needs and guide long‑term R&D investment strategies.
- Facilitate productive interactions with stakeholders; plan meetings, visits, and formal collaborations.
- Manage and grow new research and business areas across DoW, IC, and homeland security sectors.
- Communicate complex technical subjects to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
- Mentor junior staff and help cultivate an expert workforce.
- Coordinate across DOE laboratories, FFRDCs, and external partners to support acquisition and cybersecurity programs.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
- Paid time off (personal leave)
- Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
- Comprehensive Relocation Package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
