Support DoD research programs in terms of technology management, engagement with research performers, deliverable review, and leading regular calls or meetings with research performers on a technical basis.
Required Background and Skills:
- Must have a technical background of some depth related to cyber technologies, hardware, and/or software (able to go deep at least in one cyber area or domain)
- Technology and technical approach related experience with military cyber operations, tools, and integration with transition platforms for operational use
- Experience with supporting DoD research programs in terms of technology management, engagement with research performers, deliverable review, and leading regular calls or meetings with research performers on a technical basis
- Experience involving direct engagement with government transition partners (within the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community) and related stakeholders
- Demonstrated understanding of DoD security guidance, policy, and program execution with respect to test events, conducting research, and technology transition
- Ability to perform high priority and time-sensitive tasks in parallel
- Extreme attention to detail and organizational approach and abilities
- Deeply embraces and understands the “SETA mentality” of keeping programs progressing, working within an agency like DARPA, and communicating among research teams and transition partners
- Top Secret Security Clearance/SCI Eligible
- Ability to work 100% on-site full time in a SCIF environment in Arlington, VA (no regular telework or remote work)
- Travel may be required up to 10-20% of the time
Desired Background and Skills:
- Hands-on tactical experience with analytical products and tools for cyber operations
- Experience with
- Advanced cybersecurity technologies transitioning and entering rapid acquisition from the Department of Defense research community
- –and/or—Testing and evaluation of Department of Defense or Intelligence Community applied research and advanced technology development of cybersecurity technologies and/or prototypes in an operationally relevant environment
- –and/or—Gathering and interpreting information from sensitive platforms for intelligence collection, risk assessment, and reporting
- 5+ years of experience in the above realms
Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified job seeker with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access http://www.blueskyinnovators.com as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, please email us at [email protected] and provide your name and contact information. Please note: this is only for job seekers with disabilities requesting an accommodation.
Top Skills
What We Do
Blue Sky Innovators supports government and commercial customers in the definition and delivery of advanced technologies. As established leaders in the DoD and IC, we bring top talent to solve the toughest challenges.
