Senior Technical Advisor, Cybersecurity

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Job Title

Senior Technical Advisor, Cybersecurity

Location

Poland - Krakow, PL
XK (Primary)

Job Type

Part-Time

Category

Program/Project Management

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Travel Required

25 -50%

# of Hires Needed

1

No

Level of Clearance Required

N/A

Job Description

Position Summary:

Around the world, digital security is increasingly seen as a foundational component of national security, as nearly all facets of global financial, political, and social systems are rooted in deeply interconnected information & communications technology (ICT). A recent World Economic Forum policy note has identified data fraud/theft and large-scale cyberattacks as two of the top five most concerning international security threats, as governments, international organizations, corporations, and individuals race to strengthen their infrastructure, reduce network vulnerabilities, and safeguard broader operational systems from malicious actors.

As a central part of our national security strategy, the US government is investing heavily in protecting the critical infrastructure of our allies globally. In support of this strategy and building on our 25 years as a leader in global threat reduction, CRDF Global is implementing large-scale Cybersecurity programs in crucial geostrategic regions across Europe & Eurasia (including Ukraine, Moldova, and the Balkans), South America (including Brazil, Chile, Mexico), Africa and Southeast Asia. CRDF Global is seeking a Senior Technical Advisor, Cybersecurity to serve as a thought leader and solution design specialist to support the organization in delivering effective, adaptive, and innovative Cybersecurity and host country capacity building programming around the world.

The ability to communicate effectively and to interact with subject matter experts in the field in the government, academic, non-profit, and private sectors is essential to successful performance. This position can be based remotely and will require international travel.

Major Responsibilities:

• Serve as a leading technical specialist on Cybersecurity through strategy development, thought leadership, and policy recommendations
• Provide technical leadership in the design, development, planning, and implementation of Cybersecurity projects
• Lead discussions with organizational leadership in developing new business opportunities and required capabilities to expand the Cybersecurity portfolio
• Provide guidance to ensure that program implementation adheres to appropriate technical standards and guidelines and that programs are technically sound
• Develop frameworks and tools for the design, implementation, and evaluation of specific technical components
• Provide technical leadership around evolving cybersecurity standards, guidelines, risks, and trends in targeted regions of programmatic work
• Inform and advise other Practice Areas on solution designs that include cybersecurity
• Maintain a constructive dialogue and technical exchange with field counterparts and technical staff of implementing partners
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with donor/client organizations, in-country partners (CERTs, universities), relevant U.S. and foreign government agencies, and other NGOs
• Represent CRDF Global at external events such as roundtables and business conferences, and make presentations to educate others about programs; remain current on relevant program topics
• Support other programs and staff as required
• Other duties as assigned

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• 15+ years of progressively responsible work experience in information security/cybersecurity or a related field that includes conducting user and business requirements analysis, and designing systems and architectures based on security and privacy by design
• Demonstrated knowledge of current cybersecurity trends, issues and challenges in a global context, including threat actors, recent vulnerabilities and breaches of note, mitigation strategies, and cybersecurity policy frameworks from the United States and European Union
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact with a wide range of individuals from varied backgrounds at all levels within their organizations
• Strong conceptual skills combined with the ability to take ambitious ideas and to break them into manageable, specific sets of objectives in order to plan and successfully implement creative, ambitious new projects
• Demonstrated conversation and presentation skills that can influence decision makers, foster organizational change strategies to take place within a complex, multinational organizational setting
• Demonstrated ability and track record in strategic, holistic and systemic thinking, managing resistance to change and understanding of organizational culture, learning and change management
• Experience in solution design/proposal development and budgeting, specifically proposing cybersecurity architectures based on stakeholder's requirements and budget
• Willing and able to travel internationally and domestically depending on program

PREFERRED:

• Master's degree in computer science or related field
• Federal grant or contract management experience
• Experience in implementation in a developing country context strongly preferred
• Knowledge of, and relationships with, cybersecurity stakeholders in regions including Europe & Eurasia, South America, Africa and Southeast Asia
• Industry certification(s), such as Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), CompTIA Security+, or Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP)
• Knowledge of international development programming.

CRDF Global offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

CRDF Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). CRDF Global provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran, age, or disability status.

At CRDF Global, we are committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) in all aspects of our operations. We recognize that fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates and embraces diverse perspectives is not only essential for our organizational success but also crucial for the advancement of security, global health, and development worldwide. We understand that by fostering diversity in a global manner, embracing inclusion, and prioritizing accessibility, our organization will become stronger and more innovative in identifying solutions to the world's complex challenges.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity
CRDF Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). CRDF Global provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran, or disabled status.

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