Institute for Security and Technology

Director, Center for Advancing Cybersecurity (Cybersecurity)

In short

This role leads cyber threat disruption efforts, combining applied research, policy development, and coordination with law enforcement, security researchers, and industry partners. It requires 5 years of cybersecurity experience tied to public policy, operations, or threat intelligence, along with research publications and experience liaising with law enforcement on investigations. The position is remote within the United States and requires legal eligibility to work there.

About the Role
You will apply policy and technical expertise to advance cyber threat disruption. You will work with law enforcement, security researchers, and industry partners; conduct applied research; develop policy proposals and operational metrics; and may take on supervisory responsibilities.
Requirements
•Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or a relevant Master's degree with at least two years of professional experience, or a relevant PhD
•5 years of experience in a cybersecurity role aligned with public policy, operations, or threat intelligence
•Excellent written communication skills
•Experience in or liaising with law enforcement on cybersecurity investigations
•Demonstrated research skills through publications
•Understanding of U.S. law and policy related to cybersecurity operations
•Legal eligibility to work in the United States
•Successful completion of a background check
Responsibilities
•Track strategic intelligence related to cyber threat actor groups
•Convene law enforcement, security researchers, and industry stakeholders around cyber disruption activities
•Develop success metrics for disruption operations
•Develop policy proposals to scale disruption activities
•Conduct applied cybersecurity research and policy development
Benefits
•Health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
•401(k) plan with up to 4% matching and immediate vesting
•12 weeks of paid parental leave
•Unlimited PTO after the introductory period
•Potential education, home office, commuting, and wellness stipends
•Potential partial relocation support to the Bay Area

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