Cybersecurity Operations Strategist

Software Engineering Institute | Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Tuition benefits

8% retirement contribution

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The CERT Security Operations team at the Software Engineering Institute (Carnegie Mellon University) seeks a Cybersecurity Operations Researcher to advance national and international security operations capabilities. You will develop and execute strategic cyber procedures, engage with sponsors and partners, and contribute to mission-critical defense initiatives.

Ideal candidates bring advanced degrees with extensive cybersecurity research experience, and the ability to travel up to 40% while

Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in CS or related with corresponding experience.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 40% annually.
• Must pass background investigation and obtain/maintain DoW security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analytical studies involving risk, threat, and security data.
• Work independently and with multidisciplinary teams.
• Apply understanding of enterprise cybersecurity and technology security challenges.
• Utilize knowledge of computer network defense tools and processes, including vendor solutions and open-source platforms.
• Brief strategic and technical topics to senior leadership and diverse audiences.
• Analyze current operational challenges and evolving threats to network security and intelligence organizations.
• Apply project planning and management methodologies to support program execution.
• Engage international stakeholders with cultural awareness and professionalism.
• Produce clear, well-structured technical documentation translating complex processes.

Education

BS in Computer Science or related discipline

MS in Computer Science or related discipline

PhD in Computer Science or related discipline

Job description

The CERT Security Operations team at the Software Engineering Institute (Carnegie Mellon University) seeks a Cybersecurity Operations Researcher to advance national and international security operations capabilities. You will develop and execute strategic cyber procedures, engage with sponsors and partners, and contribute to mission-critical defense initiatives.

Ideal candidates bring advanced degrees with extensive cybersecurity research experience, and the ability to travel up to 40% while