Research Director - Cyber Security

At Two Six Technologies, we build, deploy, and implement innovative products that solve the world's most complex challenges today. Through unrivaled collaboration and unwavering trust, we push the boundaries of what's possible to empower our team and support our customers in building a safer global future.

Two Six Technologies is seeking a Research Director-Cyber Security. In this role, you will work with highly experienced cybersecurity Research and Development (R&D) teams to research, develop and operationalize new capabilities for National Security missions. You will lead our engagements with highly technical research sponsors at DARPA, IARPA, National Labs, and other Mission Owners to foster a portfolio of relevant R&D while drawing upon our ongoing operational expertise for missions Two Six supports.

The Research Director will be required to work 2-3 days/week in our Arlington, VA office. Local candidates preferred; relocation assistance available.

What You Will Do:

• Lead Research Sponsor Engagement at DARPA, IARPA, National Labs, and other research sponsoring organizations.
• Foster relationships with relevant research sponsors, ideating new and innovative approaches to hard, cyber mission problems.
• Set technical direction and conduct technical oversight for a portfolio of Cyber Security R&D projects
• Line management of team members and identifying/hiring new team members. Mentor junior technical staff.
• Identifying and leading the capture of new R&D programs
• Participating in and leading proposal generation and delivery

What You Need To Be Successful:

• A four-year degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or Mathematics with a concentration in cyber security, software engineering, or related technical domain
• Ten or more years post-Bachelors conducting research in cybersecurity topics or related fields
• A strong foundational knowledge of offensive and defensive cyber security operations, with emphasis on at least one of the following: vulnerability research, reverse engineering, cyber capability development, or cyber systems engineering
• Past performance as a Principal Investigator on fast-paced, innovation-driven, advanced technology R&D projects for Government clients
• Five or more years experience leading scientists and engineers executing research projects
• Eligible and willing to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance

Experience That Will Make You A Stronger Candidate:

• An advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or related technical domain
• Publications in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications on relevant research
• Experience with agile software development practices
• Experience developing security solutions and products
• Proven experience leading a rapidly growing team
• Experience as a Principal Investigator for a DARPA program

Clearance Requirements:

• The ability to obtain and maintain required government security clearance up to polygraph

Two Six Technologies is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive compensation packages that reflect the value we place on our employees and their contributions. We believe in rewarding skills, experience, and performance. Our offerings include but are not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid leave, tuition assistance and professional development.

The projected salary range listed for this position is annualized. This is a general guideline and not a guarantee of salary. Salary is one component of our total compensation package and the specific salary offered is determined by various factors, including, but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, geographic location, as well as contract specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Salary Range $208,000 - $298,000 USD

Two Six Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, and protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request reasonable workplace accommodation for any part of our employment process, please send an email to accommodations@twosixtech.com. Information provided will be kept confidential and used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

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