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Maximus

Senior Cybersecurity Research Scientist

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$88K - $113K/yr

General information Job Posting Title Senior Cybersecurity Research Scientist Date Friday, May 8, ... Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and ...

SOSi

Cyber Security Engineer III

Washington, DC · On-site

This position is contingent upon contract award *** Overview SOSi is seeking a Cybersecurity ... Experience developing technology roadmaps, conducting market research, and supporting proofs of ...

SOSi

Cyber Security Engineer III

Washington, DC · On-site

This position is contingent upon contract award *** Overview SOSi is seeking a Cybersecurity ... Experience developing technology roadmaps, conducting market research, and supporting proofs of ...

Amentum

Cybersecurity Engineer

Aiken, SC · On-site

Strong research and analytical skills. Desired Skills: * An active DOE clearance (L or Q) within ... Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract ...

Pae

Cybersecurity Engineer

Aiken, SC · On-site

Strong research and analytical skills. Desired Skills: * An active DOE clearance (L or Q) within ... Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract ...

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How much do contract cybersecurity researcher jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract cybersecurity researcher in the United States is $113,102.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $154,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Cybersecurity Researcher vs Contract Security Analyst?

AspectContract Cybersecurity ResearcherContract Security Analyst
CredentialsCertifications like CISSP, CEH, OSCP often preferredCertifications like Security+, CISSP, GIAC often required
Work EnvironmentResearch-focused, often in labs or remote settingsMonitoring, incident response, and security operations
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, cybersecurity firms, government agenciesFinancial institutions, corporations, government agencies

Contract Cybersecurity Researchers focus on analyzing vulnerabilities, developing exploits, and conducting security research, often in a lab or remote setting. In contrast, Contract Security Analysts primarily monitor networks, respond to incidents, and implement security measures. While both roles require similar certifications and work in cybersecurity, their daily tasks and environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Contract Cybersecurity Researcher job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, and 30% Part Time. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,102 per year, or $54.4 per hour.

Cyber Security Researcher

RIT Solutions Inc/ Tech Dev IT/ Texperts Inc/ConceptsIT, Inc.

Summit, NJ • Hybrid

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Job description

Job Title: Cyber Security Researcher
Location: Iselin NJ
Onsite: 3 days a week
Contract: 6-24 months to perm
Interview process: 2 video interviews to hire
The Lead Cyber Security Research Consultant will serve as the team's senior-most subject matter expert on cybersecurity.
Act as the primary technical consultant on all aspects of cybersecurity, including threat modeling, risk assessment, secure coding practices, and compliance.
Conduct research on emerging threats and vulnerabilities, and translate this research into actionable requirements for the AI models and solutions.
Define and own the data-driven frameworks, like the Cyber Risk Rubric, that our AI models will use to triage and prioritize risks.
Work closely with the Lead AI/ML Engineer to design experiments and validate the accuracy and effectiveness of the AI models from a security perspective.
Mentor the entire team on cybersecurity concepts and best practices, raising the overall security acumen of the group.
Serve as the bridge between the AI development team and the broader cybersecurity organization, ensuring alignment and collaboration.

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