Cyber Security Senior Manager (Ph.D.)

Exponent; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 204,000 - 238,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Mentoring and support programs

Work/life balance initiatives

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Cyber Security Senior Manager for their Philadelphia office. This role involves providing cyber security consulting, supporting clients in implementing safeguards, and identifying new business opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering and over 5 years of experience in security. This position offers a competitive salary of USD $204,000.00 - USD $238,000.00 annually.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Security.
• Expertise in threat mitigation systems.
• Strong practical engineering ability.

Responsibilities

• Providing cyber security consulting and threat mitigation assessments.
• Working with attorneys for expert analysis.
• Leveraging network to generate new business leads.

Skills

Cybersecurity expertise

Threat mitigation

Identity management

Machine learning

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Ph.D. in Computer Engineering

Job description

Cyber Security Senior Manager (Ph.D.) at Exponent

About Exponent

Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges. We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. Over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability. Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!

Key Statistics

• 950+ Consultants
• 640+ Ph.D.s
• 90+ Disciplines
• 30+ Offices globally

Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Cyber Security Senior Manager for a role in our Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Practice in any U.S. office or remote. In this role, you will work as part of an established team of cyber and threat mitigation experts and support staff to continue to grow Exponent’s business and client base. Exponent’s current work in this area revolves around helping our clients implement safeguards, systems, and processes to enhance security and mitigate risk from both physical and cyber threats. Current clients include commercial businesses in the Silicon Valley and beyond, Defense agencies, and other Federal agencies responsible for safeguarding national security assets and infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Providing cyber security consulting and threat mitigation assessments for clients
• Providing expertise in one or more of the following areas:
  • Identity management and access control
  • Threat mitigation
  • Privacy protection and safeguarding, intrusion detection
  • Machine learning/deep learning
  • Insider threat detection
  • Software analyses and reverse engineering
• Working with attorneys to provide expert analysis and opinions on matters related to cybersecurity
• Performing technical analyses to understand and explain failure modes of cybersecurity implementations
• Leveraging your existing network of contacts coupled with Exponent’s depth and breadth to generate new business leads and expand offerings and value to Exponent’s current clients

Skills and Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Computer Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in Security
• Recognized cyber security thought leader/innovator
• Expertise in evaluating and implementing threat mitigation systems and processes
• Desire to cultivate relationships with existing clients, identify new business opportunities, and contribute to the growth of our Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Practice
• Extensive network of existing contacts/colleagues preferred
• Strong practical engineering ability combined with leadership and project management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams
• Our contracts with the United States Government for this position require proof of U.S. citizenship and the possession of or ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending). Not restricted to 1 page.

Life @ Exponent

To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, visit the following links:
https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact
Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.

Work Environment

At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities. We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outsideof work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients.

Salary Range

USD $204,000.00 - USD $238,000.00 /Yr.

Benefits

Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page:
https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at [e-mail].

Job Location

Philadelphia (US-PA)