via ats_lever · 14 May 2025 ·395 days ago

Assistant Director, Advanced Cybersecurity Research

kitware
Clifton Park Full-time
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Drive Cutting-Edge Cybersecurity Research at Kitware.

Kitware is seeking a visionary Assistant Director, Advanced Cybersecurity Research to lead innovative, high-impact projects addressing today’s most complex security challenges. This is a unique opportunity to build and lead a new cybersecurity research team, collaborating with DARPA and other government agencies to develop next-generation security solutions.

In this role, you will leverage Kitware’s strengths in AI, high-performance computing (HPC), large-scale data analysis, and software process to design and prototype advanced cybersecurity technologies. As the creators of CMake—the de facto standard build system for C++—Kitware offers an excellent environment for developing scalable, secure, and high-performance software.

In This Position You Will:

  • Lead & Build: Form and lead a high-impact cybersecurity research team, collaborating with Kitware’s experts in AI, HPC, and software engineering.

  • Secure Funding: Lead grant proposals and industry partnerships to expand Kitware’s cybersecurity portfolio.

  • Innovate & Prototype: Design and develop solutions for malware analysis, reverse engineering, AI-driven security, and secure systems architecture.

  • Collaborate & Integrate: Partner with DARPA, government agencies, and industry collaborators to drive real-world security impact.

  • Share Knowledge: Publish in top-tier security conferences and journals, elevating Kitware’s influence in the field.

Required Qualifications:
  • Ph.D. or M.S. in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.

  • Expertise in AI/ML for security, cryptography, vulnerability research, or formal methods.

  • Strong publication history. Candidates should include a detailed list of publications as part of their resume/CV.

  • A demonstrated track record of leading federal and/or commercial business development activities and securing R&D funding for a team of 6-12 people.

  • Excellent project management skills with demonstrable efforts leading and delivering complex research projects on time, within budget, and with a high level of customer satisfaction.

  • Due to contractual restrictions, only U.S. citizens are eligible for consideration for this position.

  • If not already cleared TS/SCI, willingness and ability to apply for, use, and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.

Why Join Kitware?
  • Innovative Research: Lead groundbreaking projects with real-world impact.

  • Software Expertise: Leverage Kitware’s existing capabilities to create scalable, secure solutions.

  • Career Growth: Access professional development, conference travel, and research funding.

  • Competitive Compensation: Receive a strong salary, performance incentives, and comprehensive benefits.

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