Title: Quantitative Risk Modeler
Location: Vienna, VA OR Winchester, VA OR Pensacola, FL
Job Type: Contract (extensions expected)
Years of Experience: 10+ years and/or doctorate degree required
Pay Rate:
Pensacola Pay : $60/hr on W2 or $72/hr on C2C
Winchester Pay : $63.00/hr on W2 or $71/hr on C2C
Vienna Pay:$70/hr on W2 or $77/hr on C2C
Role Summary
This is a senior-level (10+ years / PhD) position focused on quantitative modeling for cybersecurity risk. It blends:
- Advanced mathematics & statistics
- Machine learning & probabilistic modeling
- Cybersecurity analytics
- Data engineering + visualization
Core Responsibilities (implied)
Although not explicitly listed, based on the requirements, you’d likely:
- Build risk models using probability, statistics, and ML
- Apply game theory to simulate attacker vs defender scenarios
- Analyze large datasets (cyber/security data)
- Design data pipelines and models
- Create dashboards and visualizations for leadership
- Translate complex technical insights into business decisions
Required Qualifications
Very high bar:
- PhD in Mathematics, Physics, or Statistics (or equivalent deep experience)
- 10+ years of experience
Strong theoretical background in:
- Probabilistic theory
- Dynamic systems
- Statistical modeling
- Machine learning algorithms
Technical Skills
You’re expected to be very strong in:
- Programming: Python, SQL
- Tools: Jupyter Notebook / VS Code
- Data concepts:
- Data modeling
- Data mining
- Database design
- Visualization:
- Strategy + tools like Power BI, Plotly
Advanced / Niche Expertise
This is what makes the role elite-level:
- Game Theory (important!)
- Bayesian games
- Nash equilibrium
- Algorithmic game theory
- Cybersecurity knowledge:
- Security frameworks
- Risk analytics
Soft Skills
They emphasize:
- Communication with both technical & non-technical stakeholders
- Presentation skills (likely reporting to leadership)
- Ability to simplify complex models into actionable insights.
About Seneca Resources:
Seneca Resources is client driven provider of strategic Information Technology consulting services and Workforce Solutions to government and industry. Seneca Resources is a leading IT services provider with offices in Reston, Virginia, Alabama and Columbia, Maryland that service clients throughout the United States. The key to our success lies within our strong corporate culture which drives our business. We challenge our staff through engaging work, and we reward our staff through competitive compensation, extensive professional training, and excellent opportunities for career advancement. In turn, we look for only the best and brightest to join our team. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workplace.
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