Exponent · 2 months ago
Cyber Security Engineer/Scientist (Ph.D.)
Exponent is a premium engineering and scientific consulting firm dedicated to solving unique challenges. They are seeking a Cyber Security Engineer/Scientist to provide consulting and threat mitigation assessments, helping clients enhance security and mitigate risks associated with physical and cyber threats.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Providing cyber security consulting and threat mitigation assessments for clients
Providing expertise in one or more of the following areas: Identity management and access control, Threat mitigation, Privacy protection and safeguarding, intrusion detection, Machine learning/deep learning, Insider threat detection, Software analyses and reverse engineering
Developing business by bringing in one or more consulting projects within the first year after hire
Leveraging your existing network of contacts coupled with Exponent’s depth and breadth to generate new business leads and expand offerings and value to Exponent’s current clients
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
5+ years of experience in Security
Proven track record as a successful cyber security consultant and strategic advisor
Proven record of business generation efforts and securing contracts/funding
Well-thought out business development plan with target clients/sectors
Recognized cyber security thought leader/innovator
Expertise in evaluating and implementing threat mitigation systems and processes
Strong practical engineering ability combined with leadership and project management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams
Proof of U.S. citizenship and the possession of or ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance
Preferred
Extensive network of existing contacts/colleagues
Benefits
401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary
Company
Exponent
With over 90 scientific and engineering disciplines, Exponent’s staff of approximately 900, located in 20 offices throughout the USA
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-10-31
2025-10-31
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