What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manager, Cyber Center position at SAIC?
Description
Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is seeking a seasoned and forward-thinking leader to serve as the Senior Manager, Cyber Center for a collaborative initiative at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. The successful candidate will be pivotal in strengthening the bridge between academia and industry, fostering innovation and real-world application in the field of cybersecurity. The candidate will be responsible for managing and coordinating activities across various stakeholders, leading an intern program, and administering assorted programs within the cyber domain.
Working Conditions : The role may require occasional evening and weekend commitments for center activities and events. Travel for conferences, networking, and relationship building may also be necessary. The selected person must live within commuting distance of UMass Lowell, MA.
Key Responsibilities :
- Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Cyber Center, driving advancements in cybersecurity education and applied research, in alignment with both SAIC's and UMass Lowell's missions.
- Develop and implement cutting-edge cyber education and training programs tailored to meet the evolving needs of the industry and government sectors.
- Foster robust relationships with internal stakeholders such as faculty, IT staff, university administration, and students to integrate cybersecurity practices across multiple disciplines and research initiatives.
- Establish strategic partnerships with external entities, including government, defense, private sector organizations, and other educational institutions to bolster the center's offerings and real-world impact.
- Collaborate with SAIC's leadership and UMass Lowell's Career Services to manage and continuously improve an intern program, aligning student development with industry needs.
- Oversee the planning and delivery of assorted programs and projects, ensuring they align with strategic goals and adapt to the changing cybersecurity landscape.
- Administer the center's budget, resources, and personnel, advocating for excellence, innovation, and efficiency.
- Identify and secure grants, sponsorships, and additional funding streams to support and expand the center's initiatives.
- Represent the center as its principal advocate, effectively communicating its vision, success stories, and needs to a range of stakeholders, including potential investors and collaborators.
- Keep current with the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies to integrate state-of-the-art concepts into the center's operations and educational offerings.
Qualifications
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SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
Covid Policy : SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.
