cUAS Emerging Threat & Risk Analysis Team Lead with Security Clearance

Amyx, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401(k) with matching

PTO

Holidays (11)

Descripción de la vacante

Amyx, Inc. is seeking a Team Lead for Counter-UAS Emerging Threat & Risk Analysis to direct a team focused on identifying, assessing, and mitigating evolving UAS threats to critical infrastructure and national security.

The role emphasizes strategic risk analysis, threat modeling, and interagency coordination to defend against new UAS technologies and tactics. The ideal candidate will drive threat intelligence, policy support, and operational coordination with DHS and interagency partners,

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field as listed; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in threat analysis, risk assessment, or intelligence operations.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret or TS/SCI clearance.
• Strong understanding of UAS technologies, RF spectrum, and layered defense strategies.

Responsabilidades

• Lead research and analysis of emerging UAS threats and develop risk models.
• Maintain and update UAS threat databases and intelligence products.
• Provide recommendations for policy development based on threat trends.
• Coordinate threat intelligence with interagency partners and DHS-led initiatives.
• Collaborate with federal, state, and private sector stakeholders to share threat intelligence.
• Develop scenarios and tabletop exercises to test defense plans.
• Prepare threat assessments and executive briefings for senior leadership.
• Develop metrics and dashboards to track threat evolution.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Threat analysis

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Intelligence Studies/Homeland Security/Cybersecurity

Master’s degree preferred

Descripción del empleo

Overview The Counter-UAS Emerging Threat & Risk Analysis Team Lead will direct a team responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating evolving unmanned aircraft system (UAS) threats to critical infrastructure and national security. This role involves strategic risk analysis, threat modeling, and coordination with interagency partners to ensure proactive defense against emerging UAS technologies and tactics.

Must have the ability to communicate accurate information

Responsibilities

• Threat Analysis & Risk Assessment: Lead research and analysis of emerging UAS threats, including adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). Develop risk models and vulnerability assessments for critical infrastructure sectors.
• Maintain and update UAS threat databases and intelligence products.
• Strategic Planning & Policy Support: Provide recommendations for C-UAS policy development based on threat trends and risk analysis.
• Support integration of threat intelligence into CISA’s operational planning and national strategies.
• Contribute to interagency working groups and DHS-led initiatives on UAS risk management.
• Operational Coordination: Collaborate with federal, state, local, and private sector stakeholders to share threat intelligence and mitigation strategies.
• Support scenario development and tabletop exercises to test C-UAS response plans.
• Advise on technology evaluations and interdiction tactics for emerging threats.
• Reporting & Communication: Prepare detailed threat assessments, risk reports, and executive briefings for senior leadership.
• Develop metrics and dashboards to track threat evolution and mitigation effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret or TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Intelligence Studies, Homeland Security, Cybersecurity, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in threat analysis, risk assessment, or intelligence operations.
• Strong understanding of UAS technologies, RF spectrum, and layered defense strategies.

Desired

• Experience with DHS/CISA mission areas and interagency coordination.
• Familiarity with FAA regulations and UAS detection/interdiction technologies.
• Prior experience in critical infrastructure protection or counter-terrorism analysis.
• Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills

Benefits include

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans (PPO & HSA options available)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Roth
• Qualified Transportation Expense with matching contributions
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• PTO
• 11 Holidays
• Professional Development Reimbursement

Amyx is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Amyx is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

Physical Demands Employee needs to be able to sit at a workstation for extended periods; use hand(s) to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Most positions require ability to work on desktop or laptop computer for extended periods of time reading, reviewing/analyzing information, and providing recommendations, summaries and/or reports in written format. Must be able to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing. Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.