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RIT Solutions

Cyber Security Researcher

Summit, NJ · On-site

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 ...

Maximus

Senior Cybersecurity Research Scientist

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$88K - $113K/yr

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

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R&D Cybersecurity Engineer

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

R&D Cybersecurity Engineer Position Summary The R&D Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for ... on the contract. Must meet all other requirements.) * Computing Environment (CE): Microsoft ...

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As of Aug 12, 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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Cyber Security Researcher

RIT Solutions, Inc.

Summit, NJ • On-site

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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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