Associado de Pesquisa em Cibersegurança (Home Based)

UNDP; United States; Remote; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

UNDP Brazil, in partnership with CNJ, seeks a Cybersecurity Research Associate to advance applied research and innovative solutions for strengthening digital security in the Judiciary. You will develop studies, proofs of concept, and leverage AI to address concrete challenges in the cybersecurity landscape, enhancing transparency and governance.

The role involves collaboration with academic and public partners, documentation, and dissemination of results to improve judicial processes and

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma is required.
• University degree in one of the listed fields is considered but not mandatory.
• Fluency in Portuguese is required, and intermediate English is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct applied research and technological prospecting in cybersecurity, identifying trends and emerging practices.
• Evaluate innovative technologies and methodologies to enhance institutional security.
• Develop studies, proofs of concept, and innovative solutions, potentially using AI and other emerging technologies.
• Plan and execute experiments and tests to assess solution viability and effectiveness.
• Foster partnerships with academic institutions and public bodies for joint research initiatives.
• Support the transition of innovations into productive environments and internal programs.
• Promote technical-scientific research in cybersecurity, encouraging the production and dissemination of scientific articles and specialized publications.

Skills

Applied Research

Technological Prospecting

Innovation

Proof of Concept Development

AI/Machine Learning

Data Analysis

Cybersecurity Risk Management

Knowledge Management

Technical Reporting

Partnership Building

Project Management

Strategic Thinking

Business Acumen

Human-Centered Design

Compliance (LGPD/GDPR)

Education

High School Diploma

Law

Data Science

Statistics

Information Technology

International Relations

Cybersecurity

Job description

Organizational context

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Brazil, in partnership with the National Council of Justice (CNJ), is implementing project BRA/25/025 to strengthen cybersecurity and transparency within the Judiciary. This initiative focuses on developing and implementing tools and strategies to enhance digital security, data integrity, and user protection, contributing to institutional security, good governance, and judicial efficiency.

Job purpose

The Cybersecurity Research Associate will contribute to the "Fostering a Cybersecurity Culture" axis by conducting applied research to identify concrete challenges and develop innovative solutions for the Judiciary's cybersecurity landscape. This role involves developing studies, proofs of concept, and leveraging emerging technologies like AI to generate applicable results and validate them in real institutional contexts. The objective is to strengthen the cybersecurity posture, promote transparency, and enhance the efficiency of judicial processes, ultimately benefiting citizens and society through improved digital security and governance.

Responsibilities

Conduct applied research and technological prospecting in cybersecurity, identifying trends and emerging practices. Evaluate innovative technologies and methodologies to enhance institutional security. Develop studies, proofs of concept, and innovative solutions, potentially using AI and other emerging technologies. Plan and execute experiments and tests to assess solution viability and effectiveness. Participate in defining research agendas and innovation challenges for the Cybersecurity Laboratory. Document research findings, methodologies, and results for knowledge management and dissemination. Produce technical reports, manuals, and reference materials. Foster partnerships with academic institutions and public bodies for joint research initiatives. Support the transition of innovations into productive environments and internal programs. Promote technical-scientific research in cybersecurity, encouraging the production and dissemination of scientific articles and specialized publications.

Education

A High School Diploma is required. A University Degree in Law, Data Science, Statistics, Information Technology, International Relations, or Cybersecurity is considered but not mandatory. Fluency in Portuguese is required, and intermediate English is desirable.

Work experience

A minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience in cybersecurity innovation and applied research is required for candidates with a High School Diploma. Candidates with a University Degree require a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and IT tools is necessary. Desired experience includes technological innovation, proofs of concept, simulation environments, AI/machine learning in cybersecurity, technical writing, and cooperation with academic/research institutions.

Skills

Applied Research, Technological Prospecting, Innovation, Proof of Concept Development, AI/Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Cybersecurity Risk Management, Knowledge Management, Technical Reporting, Partnership Building, Project Management, Strategic Thinking, Business Acumen, Human-Centered Design, Compliance (LGPD/GDPR).

Required languages

Desired languages