Cyber Operations & Architectures Researcher: Associate Staff

Come and help defend the nation in cyberspace! In the Cyber Operations & Analysis Technology Group at MIT Lincoln Laboratory, we research challenging technical problems in cyber security, develop new technologies, and prototype first-of-a-kind systems. We have particular focus on enabling human operators and improving operational systems, orienting our work toward strong practical impact. 

 We work across a variety of cutting-edge national-security applications: 

• Enhancing the cyber security and resilience of critical infrastructure and other operational technology 
• Quantifying risk posed by adversary cyber threats to key national security missions 
• Helping the nation’s cyber operators do their jobs better, faster, and at greater scale 
• Creating game-changing capabilities for defensive cyberspace operations 
• Protecting and defending emerging U.S. systems for conducting Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) 
• Developing techniques to coordinate actions for emerging mission scenarios combining cyber and other mission domains such as air, land, sea, and space 

As a diverse and interdisciplinary group, we innovate by drawing insights from computer science, software engineering, data engineering, data science, artificial intelligence/machine learning, electrical engineering, mathematics, statistics, physics, and allied technical fields. We collaborate with research partners across MIT, offering frequent opportunities to team and learn in new areas. If you want a career in R&D with the opportunity to have real impact on important problems, join us! 

Job Description

As an Associate Staff member in the Cyber Operations & Analysis Technology Group, you will perform analysis, develop technology, and/or architect and build software for the next generation of operational cyber security systems. You will collaborate with a highly motivated and skilled research team, but be expected to act with considerable autonomy and independence. You will apply your technical skill to improve cyber security and resilience of national security systems and equip the nation's cyber operators to defend against persistent, intelligent adversaries. You will have many opportunities to develop your skills as a researcher, including in technical execution, project leadership, and sharing results with the community through publications and presentations.

Requirements

• A Master’s degree, or a Bachelor’s degree with 3-5 years of experience in Computer Science, Computer Security, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, or related field
• An ideal candidate will have proven track record of working independently to solve problems through research and application of technology
• Experience in modern programming languages including Python and Java
• Experience in modern software engineering practices such as agile and DevSecOps
• Understanding of cyber security concepts

Desired Knowledge

• Experience developing AI/ML technologies
• Understanding of container technologies and usage of modern software architectures
• Familiarity with Zero Trust security principles and design
• Understanding of cloud services and platforms
• UI development experience
• Academic or professional research experience and/or publication in the areas of computer security or defensive cyberspace operations

At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include: 

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
• MIT-funded pension
• Matching 401K
• Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
• Mentorship programs
• A range of work-life balance options
• ... and much more!  

Please visit our Benefits page for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks.

Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret level DoD security clearance.

MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.

Requisition ID: 41543