Cybersecurity and Digital Resilience Systems Engineer

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Position Summary:As a central part of its national security strategy, the U.S. government is investing 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, the Western Balkans, the Caucasus region, and Central Asia). CRDF Global is seeking a Cybersecurity and Digital Resilience Systems Engineer to serve as a thought leader and solution architect to support the organization in delivering effective, adaptive, and innovative Cybersecurity and host country capacity building programming in Europe and around the world.   This position will require deployment to Kyiv, Ukraine.  The ability to communicate effectively and to interact with subject matter experts in the government, academic, non-profit, and private sectors is essential. The ideal candidate will have spent 8-10 years in progressively more responsible technical positions, and will have transitioned into project and program management, design, and solutioning. Major Responsibilities: This position most closely aligns with the Cybersecurity Architect under the European Cybersecurity Skills Framework (ECSF), and NICE Framework Work Role “Program Management” (work role OG-WRL-010, OPM Code 801).Technical Leadership: Serve as a leading technical specialist on Cybersecurity through strategy development, thought leadership, and programming recommendations for CRDF Global support to Government of UkraineProvide expert technical knowledge on evolving European Union cybersecurity standards, guidelines, risks, and trends in targeted regions of programmatic workProgram Design and Development:Provide technical leadership in the design, development, planning, and implementation of Cybersecurity projectsDevelop and present high quality and compelling technical program conceptsDevelop frameworks and tools for the design, implementation, and evaluation of specific technical componentsInform and advise other CRDF Global Mission Areas on solution designs that include cybersecurity.Program Implementation: Provide guidance to ensure that program implementation adheres to appropriate technical standards and guidelines, particularly EU / NIS2 and that programs are technically soundMaintain a constructive dialogue and technical exchange with field counterparts and technical staff of implementing partners.Portfolio Development:Contribute to discussions with CRDF leadership in developing new business opportunities and required capabilities to expand our Cybersecurity footprint throughout Central and Eastern EuropeDevelop and maintain collaborative relationships with donor/client organizations, in-country partners (CERTs, universities), relevant U.S. and foreign government agencies, and other NGOsRepresent CRDF Global at external events such as roundtables and business conferences, and make presentations to educate others about programs; remain current on relevant program topicsSupport other programs and staff as requiredOther duties as assigned.REQUIREMENTS:Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.10+ years of progressively responsible work experience in information security/cybersecurity or a related field in support of government clients.Demonstrated knowledge of, and interest in, current cybersecurity policies, trends, issues and challenges in a global context, including threat actors, recent vulnerabilities and breaches of note, mitigation strategies, and security policy frameworks.Established international knowledge and relationship network, particularly in Ukraine.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 organizational change strategies relevant to and effective in 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 Experience in solution design/proposal development and budgeting.Advanced conversation and presentation skills that can influence senior decision makers.Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to engage and influence a wide range of individuals from varied backgrounds at all levels within their organizations.Project, People and Technical Programs Management.Willing and able to travel internationally. Fluency in spoken and written English and Ukrainian.PREFERRED:Master’s degree in computer science or related field.Experience in implementation in a developing country context strongly preferred.Industry certification(s), such as Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), CompTIA Security+, or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).Knowledge of international development programming, particularly in the European Union.  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.