Defense Technology Consultant; Remote
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, AI Evaluation, Systems Engineer, Technical Writer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position:
National Security Technology Expert
Type:
Contractor (Project-Based / Task-Based)
Compensation: $50–$100/hour
Location:
Remote
Duration:
Dependent on customer requirements
About the Opportunity
We are seeking experienced National Security Technology Experts with backgrounds in government, defense, or national security science and technology programs to support projects focused on AI training and evaluation.
In this role, you will apply your expertise in advanced technologies, defense systems, and national security programs to assess complex technical scenarios, evaluate analytical reasoning, and develop accurate, realistic technical assessments.
Your professional judgment will help improve how AI systems understand emerging technologies, complex national security systems, technology development, and technical decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop Technical Scenarios: Create realistic, unclassified scenarios involving national security technologies, defense systems, and complex technical programs.
- Review Technical Content: Assess technical materials for accuracy, relevance, completeness, and real-world applicability.
- Evaluate Technical Decisions: Analyze complex technical recommendations and identify gaps, inconsistencies, unsupported assumptions, and potential limitations.
- Apply National Security Expertise: Use professional knowledge of technology development, systems integration, defense capabilities, and national security requirements to evaluate project scenarios.
- Assess Technology Programs: Examine technical approaches, program objectives, and implementation considerations within government and defense environments.
- Provide Structured Feedback: Prepare clear, evidence-based explanations and technical assessments to support project deliverables.
- Support AI Training and Evaluation: Evaluate AI-generated technical content and reasoning to help improve the accuracy and reliability of AI systems in national security contexts.
Required Qualifications
- Significant professional experience in government or defense science and technology programs, national security systems, or advanced technical operations.
- Strong understanding of technology development, technical program management, or complex defense systems.
- Experience evaluating technical information and applying sound analytical judgment.
- Ability to assess complex technical scenarios and identify gaps, inconsistencies, and unsupported conclusions.
- Strong critical-thinking, analytical reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical findings clearly and prepare structured assessments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience with the Department of Defense (DoD), DARPA, national laboratories, the intelligence community, or comparable allied government organizations.
- Experience in advanced defense technologies, national security systems, research and development, or technical capability assessments.
- Background in technical leadership, systems engineering, technology strategy, or program evaluation.
- Experience preparing technical assessments, strategic recommendations, or executive-level briefings.
- Familiarity with emerging technologies and their potential implications for national security.
Compensation & Engagement
- Compensation: $50–$100/hour, negotiable based on experience
- Engagement Type: Contractor
- Work Arrangement: Remote
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