Impact Careers Full-time

Research Lead - AI Cyber Testing & Evaluation

RAND Corporation

Posted

Feb 25, 2026

Location

Remote (US)

Type

Full-time

Compensation

$146200 - $146200

Mission

What you will drive

  • Lead research projects focused on AI cyber testing and evaluation, designing methodologies to assess AI system vulnerabilities.
  • Develop frameworks for evaluating the security and robustness of AI models against adversarial attacks.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to produce actionable insights for policymakers and defense stakeholders.

Impact

The difference you'll make

This role directly contributes to national security by strengthening the resilience of AI systems against cyber threats, ensuring safer deployment of AI technologies in critical sectors.

Profile

What makes you a great fit

  • Advanced degree (PhD or Master's) in computer science, cybersecurity, AI, or related field.
  • Proven experience in AI security, adversarial machine learning, or cyber testing.
  • Strong analytical and research skills with a track record of publications or reports.

Benefits

What's in it for you

Competitive salary and benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. RAND offers a collaborative research environment with access to top experts.

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The RAND Corporation is an American think tank which aims to help improve policy and decision making through research and analysis.