Independent Contractor-Data Science(REMOTE)

Independent Contractor - Cybersecurity Data Science Subject Matter Expert

Location:  Remote (U.S. only)

Disclaimer:

This is a 1099 independent contractor position expected to not exceed 50/hrs. per year. This is a non-employee position.  

Purpose: 

We are seeking individuals with advanced expertise in data science and its application to cybersecurity. Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will be expected to possess extensive knowledge and experience in data science technologies, coupled with an extensive background in cybersecurity (ideally, 15+ years of experience). 
 

Responsibilities:

Some of the responsibilities of the SMEs will include:

• Attend orientation and training meetings 
• Participate in regular and/or ad hoc status meetings
• Evaluate recorded interview responses, using a provided scoring rubric. Interview questions cover a variety of Cybersecurity Data Science topics. 
• Provide rationale for ratings and discuss ratings with other evaluators
• Assist in hiring assessment content development or review
• Provide expertise in Data Science for other miscellaneous tasks

The type of technical skills that we are looking for include:

• Data Collection and Ingestion: Integrates data from several disparate sources, which are stored using different technologies, to provide a unified view of the data. Collects and organizes complex data.
• Data Management: Cleans, converts, and standardizes data for analysis. Provides oversight to enterprise data management systems (e.g., SPLUNK) and cloud-based systems (e.g., AWS). Manages web data, log data, and threat data analytics, using a variety of tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Elasticsearch). Applies knowledge of essential cybersecurity policies to data management.
• Statistical Modeling: Uses various tools (e.g., Python, SPSS, R, STATA, MATLAB) and methodologies for analyzing and interpreting complex data to discover new patterns and behaviors and to provide usable information to decision makers and other users.
• Data Visualization: Uses visualization tools (e.g., R, Tableau, Kibana, ArcGIS, Power BI, MATLAB) to design and exhibit graphic representations of data findings to facilitate understanding by business users and decision-makers.
• Cybersecurity Expertise: In-depth understanding of cybersecurity principles, attack vectors, and mitigation strategies to interpret data findings and make informed security decisions.
• Programming Languages: Proficiency in Python, R, or Java for model development and data analysis, with knowledge of specific security-focused libraries being advantageous.

Qualifications:

The type of qualifications that we are looking for include:

• 15+ years of experience in applying data science practices within the field of cybersecurity.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, required.  Must be able to convey technical information effectively to diverse audiences.
• Advanced degrees and/or publications in relevant fields preferred.
• U.S. citizenship and successful completion of a background investigation required.

After applying to this job posting, selected applicants will be invited to a 30-minute interview. Candidates who pass the initial interview will then receive their first paid assignment, which involves taking a remotely proctored virtual test on Data Science topics. Your performance on this test, along with feedback on the content, will determine your eligibility for subsequent assignments. The follow-up tasks may include evaluating interview responses on data science topics and discussing those evaluations with other SMEs to ensure consensus. Please note that this position is not full-time; rather, it consists of a few assignments spread throughout the year, providing approximately 2-15 hours of work per month, with some months having no tasks available.

To expedite the screening process, please complete this survey: https://forms.office.com/g/aKc8jW6zy7 

Compensation 

Compensation for participating as a Subject Matter Expert will reflect competitive market rates.  This role is a 1099 independent contractor and will not be converted to a full time/part time employee role and is U.S. Only.

PDRI is a federal contractor employer, US Citizenship is required.

PDRI is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.