MIT Lincoln Laboratory · 4 days ago
Aviation Cybersecurity Researcher
Lexington, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$116K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expMIT Lincoln Laboratory is a leader in developing innovative technologies for safe and secure transportation. They are seeking a motivated aviation cybersecurity professional to contribute to research initiatives focused on cyber-threat assessments and Zero Trust technology solutions in aviation systems.
BiotechnologyInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Contribute to multiple ongoing research initiatives within a multi-disciplinary team of aviation research experts
Conduct cyber-threat and vulnerability assessments
Develop and evaluate Zero Trust technology solutions to mitigate risk
Focus cyber-assessments on aircraft on-board avionics, ground support equipment, and air traffic control decision support systems
Research and develop technology solutions for Zero Trust Architecture in critical infrastructure environments
Integrate and evaluate technology solutions for air traffic control networks, aircraft manufacturing, and operations
Qualification
Required
MS in Cyber Intelligence and Security or related field of study, or BS in related field of study with 5+ years relevant work experience
Demonstrated proficiency in Python, C, and Unix Shell programming languages
Coursework or work experience in Linux Security, embedded systems, and aviation cybersecurity
Experience planning and conducting human-in-the-loop experimental studies and/or cyber exercises focused on aviation
Experience implementing proof-of-concept cyber zero-trust architectures
Cyber Red-teaming and Blue-teaming experience
Experience with RF Hacking
Hands-on experience implementing ARINC 835 PKI standards for ensuring software integrity of airborne software
Familiarity with FAA means of compliance for cybersecurity assessments (e.g., DO-326A)
Experience presenting cybersecurity research at aviation-focused cybersecurity conferences
Familiarity with industrial control systems cybersecurity
Experience with avionics test-bed development based on ARINC 429 or other avionics standard
Preferred
Aircraft pilot license
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
MIT-funded pension
Matching 401K
Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
Mentorship programs
A range of work-life balance options
Company
MIT Lincoln Laboratory
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is a federally funded research and development center chartered to apply advanced technology to problems of national security.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.25MKey Investors
Patrick J. McGovern Foundation
2023-12-20Grant· $0.25M
Leadership Team
Israel Soibelman
Chief Strategy Officer
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