Senior Research Scientist x 2 - Cyber Security
+ based in South Wales
+ True Cyber R&D role - opportunity for development and research
+ £400-500 per day
+ Candidate must be able to obtain UK MOD SC Vetting
+ 12 month initial contract/assignment
Job Description
We are looking for a technical (senior) Cyber Security Research Engineer to join a team on a contractual basis and to support the ongoing initiatives designing and developing state of the art security solutions and providing expert services across multiple IT & ICS security domains.
The ideal candidate will have experience working in an innovation environment and/or is able to work on challenging cyber security problems with proven record of delivering research and developing of prototypes.
Deep technical knowledge and expertise in a relevant cyber security domain is a must. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake state of the art security reviews, benchmark technologies, and develop new prototypes and proof-of-concepts to meet security challenges.
The role also requires the expert knowledge transfer to operational security teams as required. Opportunities to attend and present at conferences/events are available as required and where business needs are met.
Role: (Senior) Research Scientist - Cyber Security Missions:
Candidate Experience:
· Lead state of the art research projects into cyber security topics of interest in support of the business
· Senior technical specialist in one or more areas of cyber security; including but not limited to:
Security Architecture
Cyber Forensics & Incident Response o Industrial Control System Cyber Security
Penetration Testing & Audit
Cloud security o Cryptography
Security Monitoring / SOC
· Develop prototype solutions
· Support industrialization of solutions
· Provide expert services (senior consultancy) to the internal business as required
· Undertake technical scouting missions (product evaluations and benchmarking)
· Manage Programs
Must Have:
· 5+ years cyber security experience in relevant cyber security specialist area
· Degree, Professional Training or equivalent experience in relevant cyber security related subject · Experience of research, innovation, and/or solutions development
· Proven track record of managing and delivering cyber security programs
· Proven track record of bid/proposal writing
· Excellent report writing and presentation skills
Preferable:
· PhD or research experience in related subject
· Publication track record
· Experience of patent applications and intellectual property management
· Develop and present new innovation concepts
· Advise on evolving and emerging threats & risks
· Publish academic articles, technical reports, and white papers
· Present at Global conferences and events
