Senior Data Intelligence Research Analyst

$147,000 - $224,000/Yr

RAND Corporation - Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Pittsburgh, PA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Data Intelligence Research Analyst at RAND Corporation is a key role focused on leveraging technical and domain expertise to influence AI and biosecurity cybersecurity policy. This position involves conducting qualitative and quantitative research to provide recommendations for government entities, including the White House and regulatory agencies. Analysts will work on complex AI security problems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to uphold RAND's commitment to high-quality analysis and objectivity.

Responsibilities

• Develop AI-specific threat models and recommendations for risk mitigation
• Execute evaluations and red-teaming exercises
• Contribute to the development of research approaches that answer complex questions at the intersection of AI, information security, and policy
• Apply a broad range of analytically rigorous, quantitative and/or qualitative research methods
• Create tooling and software to support the above efforts
• Translate and communicate results to varied audiences ranging from security professionals to public policy makers at all levels through written products and oral presentations

Requirements

• Seven years minimum of combined security/engineering experience, with at least 4 years in security architecture or engineering roles
• Experience with one or more programming languages such as Assembly, C++, Python, R, Java
• Experience in securing or red-teaming complex IT environments or performing cutting edge research or development in information security
• Excellent analytic skills with proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research methods
• Strong communication skills in English, both oral and written
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to RAND's core values of quality and objectivity
• Strong conceptual thinking for translating complex threat models and technical considerations into clear and actionable conclusions or policies

Nice-to-haves

• A security clearance is preferred but not required
• Experience in explaining security requirements and technologies to non-experts, highlighting risks and benefits
• Team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across various roles

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Paid time-off
• Sabbatical pay for additional compensation during vacation