Applied Research Mathematician / Machine Learning Security and Generative AI
National Security Agency/Central Security Service
Posted: February 11, 2026 (9 days ago)
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Naval Air Systems Command
Department of the Navy
This job involves protecting sensitive military information and assets by analyzing threats from foreign intelligence, implementing security policies, and serving as a key contact for security concerns in the Navy's aircraft division.
It requires working closely with intelligence partners to review plans, mitigate risks, and brief teams on potential dangers, especially for personnel in high-risk areas.
A good fit would be someone with experience in intelligence analysis and security practices who enjoys research, problem-solving, and collaborating in a structured government environment.
This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies through the Modified DoD Direct Hire Authority. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer.
Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer.
Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.
Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the DA-03 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: A thorough understanding of the U.S.
Intelligence Community, including its member organizations and their roles and responsibilities, as well as counterintelligence and Operations Security (OPSEC) principles, practices, policies, and procedures.
Examples include: Researching and analyzing threat information, including the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) of foreign intelligence entities (FIEs); serving as a point of contact (POC) for OPSEC and threat-related concerns; reviewing test plans for OPSEC issues and providing risk mitigation recommendations; and acting as a liaison with Intelligence Community partners.
Applicants must also have experience in one or more intelligence disciplines (e.g., HUMINT, SIGINT, IMINT, or MASINT), applying basic information assurance (IA) and information technology (IT) security principles, and analyzing multiple sources of information to produce written reports and oral briefings for senior management, the general workforce, and personnel traveling to high-threat foreign locations.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=Group-Standards Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Major Duties:
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