Applicant Login Research Assistant II Apply now Job no: 503304 Department: Center for Cybersecurity Research and Education Work type: Staff Hourly On-Call Non-Exempt Location: Alabama Categories: Research - Engineering, Research - Computer Science Purpose of the Position: The Research Assistant II will conduct funded research in collaboration with government agencies (federal, state, and local), industry partners, and university organizations. The incumbent will perform computer-based tasks to support modeling, networking, and systems engineering efforts for military and other contracted projects. Job Duties/Responsibilities Support modeling, networking, and systems engineering needs of customers. Create computer models that simulate malicious attacks on customer systems. Evaluate and harden computer network systems for cyber threats. Perform internet-based research for funded projects. Perform various internet search engines to discover, read, and evaluate open-source data for relevant use in respective customer projects. Perform entry-level database and computer support for funded research projects. Maintain a database of supplies and parts needed to accomplish the project. Maintain a database of detailed tests that comprise project objectives. Support the development of briefings Add descriptions, verbiage, images, and other data for in-process reviews, status meetings, after-action reviews, and other briefings conducted in-house or provided to the customer. Minimum Requirements: • College coursework in Science, Engineering, or Business• 0-1 year of full-time verifiable work experience• Must be familiar with Microsoft Office Suite• Must have moderate technical knowledge• Must have excellent communication skills• U.S. citizenship required Desired Qualifications: • Knowledge and understanding of cybersecurity principles is preferred• Foundational knowledge of Google office products is desired Published Salary (if available): FTE = $38,028 - $40,880 ($18.28 - $19.65) Advertised: Jan 23 2026 Central Standard Time Applications close: Back to search results Apply now Refer a friend Whatsapp Facebook LinkedIn Email App Send me jobs like these We will email you new jobs that match this search. Great, we can send you jobs like this, if this is your first time signing up, please check your inbox to confirm your subscription. The email address was invalid, please check for errors. You must agree to the privacy statement Subscribe Recaptcha Privacy agreement Search results Position Location Closes Research Assistant II Alabama The Research Assistant II will conduct funded research in collaboration with government agencies (federal, state, and local), industry partners, and university organizations. The incumbent will perform computer-based tasks to support modeling, networking, and systems engineering efforts for military and other contracted projects. Expression of Interest Loading... Current Opportunities Position Location Closes Research Assistant II Alabama The Research Assistant II will conduct funded research in collaboration with government agencies (federal, state, and local), industry partners, and university organizations. The incumbent will perform computer-based tasks to support modeling, networking, and systems engineering efforts for military and other contracted projects. Powered by PageUp Please note, job openings are posted for a minimum of three (3) business days and may be removed from the job posting board and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an equal opportunity employer (EOE), including an EOE of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.