RAND · 2 weeks ago
Research Lead - AI Security Policy
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$146K/yr - $261K/yr
6+ years expRAND is a research organization that focuses on high-impact technologies to shape policies for global security. The Research Lead for AI Security Policy will engage with various stakeholders, including the White House and regulatory agencies, to translate AI security research into actionable policy recommendations and maintain a presence in the policy community.
EducationGovernmentHealth CareMedicalNon Profit
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead engagement with the White House, regulatory agencies, the intelligence community, and other national governments
Leverage policy network to identify emerging opportunities and challenges
Utilize understanding of policy needs to drive research work at RAND CAST
Translate technical AI security conclusions into actionable policy recommendations
Ensure RAND's expertise informs key policy decisions
Organize and lead policy roundtables and briefings
Represent RAND in congressional testimonies and agency meetings
Maintain a regular presence at key policy forums and events
Involved in policy working groups and industry consortia
Work closely with technical teams to develop and communicate policy-relevant insights
Qualification
Required
6+ years of policy experience, with a focus on cybersecurity or emerging technology
Strong relationships and credibility in the cybersecurity or technology policy fields
Familiarity with U.S. cybersecurity agencies, authorities, and policy development processes
Experience with advising non-technical stakeholders on technical topics
Strong ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
Fluency with MS Office suite
A PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Security, Information Technology, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Applied Physics, Engineering Physics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Engineering and Public Policy, Technology and Policy, National Security Policy, Policy Analysis, Political Science, International Relations, or a Juris Doctor (J.D.) or similar with at least 3 years of relevant professional experience, is required
A Master's degree in the fields listed above with at least 6 years of relevant professional experience, is required
A Bachelor's degree in the fields listed above with at least 8 years of relevant professional experience, is required
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government clearance is required
A writing sample is required for this position
Preferred
Experience working with or for congressional committees, regulatory agencies, or executive branch offices
Technical experience in security engineering, software engineering, firmware engineering, hardware engineering, or related fields
Understanding of advanced persistent threat (APT) tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and experience with defending against them
Familiarity with the AI/ML hardware and software stack
Experience working on AI research, ML model training, or model deployment
Experience with securing AI systems
Master's, J.D. or PhD preferred
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Paid time-off
Company
RAND
RAND is a non-profit organization that provides objective research and public policy analysis services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.51MKey Investors
Foundation for Opioid Response EffortsAlfred P. Sloan Foundation
2024-03-07Grant· $0.39M
2013-01-01Grant· $1.12M
Leadership Team
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Robert Case
Vice President, General Counsel, & Corporate Secretary
Michael Leiter
Chair, Board Of Trustees
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2025-11-12
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