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Job Title: Cyber Technology Researcher
Location: Arlington, VA (On-Site)
Clearance: Active Secret Required
Company: Quantum Science Solutions (QSS)
Compensation: Open Rate
Position Overview
Quantum Science Solutions (QSS) is seeking a Cyber Technology Researcher to support a
critical customer mission by identifying, evaluating, and recommending cybersecurity
technologies that enhance Threat Hunting and Security Operations capabilities.
The Cyber Technology Researcher will collaborate with customer stakeholders to assess
technical requirements, research emerging technologies, and develop recommendations
for deployment and integration. This position requires experience in cybersecurity
operations, technology evaluation, and systems integration to support mission-driven
security initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
• Conduct capability-based research into commercial and government technology
solutions that address customer requirements in Cyber Threat Hunting and Security
Operations.
• Identify and evaluate potential cybersecurity technologies based on customer
defined functional, technical, and operational requirements.
• Perform hands-on capability testing and assessments of trial-licensed technologies
and open-source solutions, as applicable.
• Research emerging cybersecurity technologies, products, and market
developments that may improve threat hunting, security operations, and analytical
capabilities.
• Collaborate with internal and external organizations to maintain an inventory of
customer-procured technologies, cybersecurity tools, and relevant data holdings.
• Engage customer stakeholders and request submitters to clarify technical
requirements, discuss potential solutions, and ensure alignment with mission
objectives.
• Document technical requirements and develop potential courses of action in
accordance with established procedures.
• Develop technology recommendations, including deployment and integration
strategies, based on capability assessments and customer needs.
• Support the planning and coordination of technology pilots, integration activities,
and production transitions.
• Oversee the implementation of selected capabilities and coordinate handoffs to
deployment and operational organizations.
• Evaluate operational risks associated with proposed technologies and support the
development of appropriate mitigation approaches.
• Coordinate with technical teams and stakeholders to support technology
integration, documentation, and implementation activities.
Mandatory Skills
• U.S. Citizenship.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Ability to obtain DHS Suitability.
• 5+ years of directly relevant experience in IT cybersecurity operations, systems
integration, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of federal cybersecurity operations and associated mission
environments.
• Experience managing technology pilots and transitioning solutions into production
environments.
• Experience with cyber incident response and/or cyber red teaming.
• Familiarity with malware analysis tools and cybersecurity platforms.
• Background in cybersecurity tool integration and automation.
• Ability to evaluate cybersecurity technologies against functional and technical
requirements.
• Strong project coordination and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to assess operational risks and develop mitigation approaches.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong technical documentation skills, including the ability to document
requirements, evaluations, recommendations, and implementation strategies.
Preferred Skills
• Experience supporting Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
programs or similar federal cybersecurity operations.
• Experience with Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications in data analysis and
cybersecurity.
• Experience with DevOps, Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD),
and integration automation practices.
• Knowledge of change management and configuration control processes.
• Experience managing technology integrations across federated, multi-stakeholder
environments.
• Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture implementation.
• Experience with cloud operations and hybrid environment management.
Education
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Cyber Security,
Computer Engineering, or a related degree, with at least 5 years of directly relevant
experience
• High School Diploma with 7–9 years of directly relevant experience.
Desired Certifications
• DoD 8140 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification
Why QSS?
At QSS, you'll contribute to critical cybersecurity missions by researching emerging
technologies, evaluating innovative security capabilities, and supporting the integration of
solutions that strengthen threat hunting and security operations. Your technical expertise
will help advance operational capabilities and support the protection of essential
information systems and infrastructure.
Benefits Include:
• Competitive compensation with annual performance bonuses
• Premium Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage
• Generous PTO plus Federal Holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Professional development and certification support
Location: Arlington, VA (On-Site)
Clearance: Active Secret Required
Company: Quantum Science Solutions (QSS)
Compensation: Open Rate
Position Overview
Quantum Science Solutions (QSS) is seeking a Cyber Technology Researcher to support a
critical customer mission by identifying, evaluating, and recommending cybersecurity
technologies that enhance Threat Hunting and Security Operations capabilities.
The Cyber Technology Researcher will collaborate with customer stakeholders to assess
technical requirements, research emerging technologies, and develop recommendations
for deployment and integration. This position requires experience in cybersecurity
operations, technology evaluation, and systems integration to support mission-driven
security initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
• Conduct capability-based research into commercial and government technology
solutions that address customer requirements in Cyber Threat Hunting and Security
Operations.
• Identify and evaluate potential cybersecurity technologies based on customer
defined functional, technical, and operational requirements.
• Perform hands-on capability testing and assessments of trial-licensed technologies
and open-source solutions, as applicable.
• Research emerging cybersecurity technologies, products, and market
developments that may improve threat hunting, security operations, and analytical
capabilities.
• Collaborate with internal and external organizations to maintain an inventory of
customer-procured technologies, cybersecurity tools, and relevant data holdings.
• Engage customer stakeholders and request submitters to clarify technical
requirements, discuss potential solutions, and ensure alignment with mission
objectives.
• Document technical requirements and develop potential courses of action in
accordance with established procedures.
• Develop technology recommendations, including deployment and integration
strategies, based on capability assessments and customer needs.
• Support the planning and coordination of technology pilots, integration activities,
and production transitions.
• Oversee the implementation of selected capabilities and coordinate handoffs to
deployment and operational organizations.
• Evaluate operational risks associated with proposed technologies and support the
development of appropriate mitigation approaches.
• Coordinate with technical teams and stakeholders to support technology
integration, documentation, and implementation activities.
Mandatory Skills
• U.S. Citizenship.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Ability to obtain DHS Suitability.
• 5+ years of directly relevant experience in IT cybersecurity operations, systems
integration, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of federal cybersecurity operations and associated mission
environments.
• Experience managing technology pilots and transitioning solutions into production
environments.
• Experience with cyber incident response and/or cyber red teaming.
• Familiarity with malware analysis tools and cybersecurity platforms.
• Background in cybersecurity tool integration and automation.
• Ability to evaluate cybersecurity technologies against functional and technical
requirements.
• Strong project coordination and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to assess operational risks and develop mitigation approaches.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong technical documentation skills, including the ability to document
requirements, evaluations, recommendations, and implementation strategies.
Preferred Skills
• Experience supporting Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
programs or similar federal cybersecurity operations.
• Experience with Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications in data analysis and
cybersecurity.
• Experience with DevOps, Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD),
and integration automation practices.
• Knowledge of change management and configuration control processes.
• Experience managing technology integrations across federated, multi-stakeholder
environments.
• Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture implementation.
• Experience with cloud operations and hybrid environment management.
Education
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Cyber Security,
Computer Engineering, or a related degree, with at least 5 years of directly relevant
experience
• High School Diploma with 7–9 years of directly relevant experience.
Desired Certifications
• DoD 8140 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification
Why QSS?
At QSS, you'll contribute to critical cybersecurity missions by researching emerging
technologies, evaluating innovative security capabilities, and supporting the integration of
solutions that strengthen threat hunting and security operations. Your technical expertise
will help advance operational capabilities and support the protection of essential
information systems and infrastructure.
Benefits Include:
• Competitive compensation with annual performance bonuses
• Premium Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage
• Generous PTO plus Federal Holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Professional development and certification support
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