Cyber Assessor/Engineer

Why choose between doing meaningful work and having a fulfilling life? At MITRE, you can have both. That's because MITRE people are committed to tackling our nation's toughest challenges-and we're committed to the long-term well-being of our employees. MITRE is different from most technology companies. We are a not-for-profit corporation chartered to work for the public interest, with no commercial conflicts to influence what we do. The R&D centers we operate for the government create lasting impact in fields as diverse as cybersecurity, healthcare, aviation, defense, and enterprise transformation. We're making a difference every day-working for a safer, healthier, and more secure nation and world. Our workplace reflects our values. We offer competitive benefits, exceptional professional development opportunities, and a culture of innovation that embraces diversity, inclusion, flexibility, collaboration, and career growth. If this sounds like the choice you want to make, then choose MITRE-and make a difference with us. Division Summary: The Cyber Solutions Innovation Center creates solutions using threat-informed cybersecurity approaches to enhance the security, safety, and resiliency of critical cyber systems and infrastructure. Work Type Enjoy a balanced work-life with our 50% hybrid schedule. Job Description: The Cyber Assessments department within the Cyber Solutions Innovation Center is seeking a senior level Cyber Assessor/Engineer to provide thought leadership and contribute to the large Space Sensing portfolio at MITRE Los Angeles (MILA). The Cyber Assessment department supports all of MITRE by providing a variety of cyber assessment products plus overall cyber engineering skills. The Cyber Assessor/Engineer position will be a core member of the department's technical team and serve as the first-line support to our Los Angeles based customer. The position requires direct in-person contributions to our Los Angeles based Space Force customer. Key Functions: Provide proactive and highly responsive technical leadership and project management.
Work closely with the Department Manager and members of the leadership team to develop and execute the department's mission, vision, strategy, goals, and objectives.
Contribute technically to one or more MITRE Space Force tasks.
Provide expert acquisition related cyber to Space Force's multiple acquisition programs.
Collaborate effectively with MITRE, government, and contractors; to effectively communicate in writing, presentations, and collaborative discussions; and able to interface with peers, managers, and sponsors.
Promote collaboration and integration with other organizational elements within the department and across the Cyber Solutions Innovation Center Basic Qualifications: BS and 10 years related experience; or equivalent combination of related education and work experience; or equivalent combination of related education and work experience
Secret level security clearance is required for consideration.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team, across sponsors, and across MITRE as appropriate and experience leveraging relationships to benefit staff and work programs.
Solid understanding and experience with one or more cybersecurity capabilities
Solid understanding and experience with operational cyber security practices and commonly used technologies
Excellent writing and communication skills
Experience leading teams or projects/tasks
Documented success using collaborative and adaptive leadership competencies. Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree in relevant major
Preference given to qualified candidates with high level clearances
Experience across MITRE to help group members network and make connections. This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s):
Secret This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s):
Top Secret Salary compensation range and midpoint:
$168,500 - $210,500 - $252,500 Annual Work Location Type:
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