> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1451171-emerging-technology-experts](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1451171-emerging-technology-experts). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Emerging Technology Experts - **Company:** CRDF Global - **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Governance, Open Source Intelligence, Secure Coding - **Published:** July 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/85911234/1 ## About the Role Successful candidates will typicallypossessexpertisein one or more of the areas described above, strong analytical and communication skills, and experience working with government, academia, industry, or innovation ecosystems. Experience supporting international programs or U.S. Government-funded initiatives is preferred. An advanced degree and/or significant professional experience in a relevant field is highly desirable. ## Description CRDF Global is seeking subject-matter experts to join its bench of consultants supporting the Emerging Technologies portfolio. This is a consulting opportunity rather than a full-time position. Consultants are engaged on an as-needed basis to provide technicalexpertisefor proposals, project implementation, research, technicalassistance, workshops, conferences, and other advisory activities. The Emerging Technologies portfolio advances U.S. and partner-nation priorities to strengthen research security, technology governance, and the secure development, commercialization, and international collaboration of emerging and dual-use technologies. Projects span government, academia, industry, startups, investors, and innovation ecosystems. CRDF Global programming helps partnersidentifyand mitigate risks associated with the exploitation, diversion, and illicit transfer of research, data, intellectual property, and advanced technologies. Activities focus on developing practical, sustainable approaches that strengthen institutional resilience while supporting continued innovation, trusted partnerships, and responsible international collaboration. Applicants are encouraged toidentifyone or more areas in which theypossessdemonstratedexpertise. Areas of Expertise CRDF Global is seeking experts withdemonstratedexperience in one or more of the following areas. Governance and Security Research security, technology governance, export controls, due diligence, technology transfer, intellectual property protection, governance and compliance, investment and supply chain security, data governance, physical and personnel security, and related policy, legal, or risk management disciplines. Emerging Technologies Experts with deep knowledge of emerging technologies and their dual-use applications, including the technical, commercial, and security considerations that shape their development and adoption. Candidates should understand the stakeholders, incentives, and innovation ecosystems surrounding these technologies and be able to translate technology-specific risks into practical research security and technology governance measures. Experience engaging researchers, industry, startups, investors, and policymakers todemonstratethe operational, commercial, and strategic value of adopting secure practices is highly desirable. Priority technology areas include: * Artificial intelligence and machine learning * Quantum information sciences * Commercial space and aerospace technologies * Microelectronics and semiconductors * Advanced materials and manufacturing * Other emerging dual-use technologies Analysis and Capacity Building Open-source intelligence (OSINT), vulnerability and risk assessments, case study development, tabletop exercises, technical writing, policy analysis, and the development or delivery of practical training and capacity-building programs. Network Development and Strategic Engagement Building partnerships across government, academia, industry, startups, and investment communities;identifyingexperts and collaborators; and supporting stakeholder engagement and program outreach. Illustrative Consulting Engagements Depending on project needs, consultants may be asked to: * Providesubject-matterexpertisein support of proposals and project implementation. * Advisegovernments and institutions onresearchsecurity, technology governance, and secure innovation. * Conduct research, technical analyses, or institutional assessments. * Develop reports, toolkits, case studies, and training materials. * Deliver workshops, consultations, tabletop exercises, and other technicalassistanceactivities. * Support stakeholder engagement andidentifyadditionalexperts, partners, or collaborators. ## Related Videos - [How to Cause (or Prevent) a Massive Data Breach- Secure Coding and IDOR](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/39-how-to-cause-or-prevent-a-massive-data-breach-secure-coding-and-idor) - [Data Governance in the Era of AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1622-data-governance-in-the-era-of-ai) - [Edit Your Future: Queerverse Radical AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/909-edit-your-future-queerverse-radical-ai) - [Decoding Trends: Strategies for Success in the Evolving Digital Domain](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1098-decoding-trends-strategies-for-success-in-the-evolving-digital-domain) - [Unlocking Value from Data: The Key to Smarter Business Decisions-](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1367-unlocking-value-from-data-the-key-to-smarter-business-decisions) - [AI Sovereignty: What Does It Take?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1703-ai-sovereignty-what-does-it-take) ## Related Articles - [6 Emerging Technologies We’ll Learn About in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/381-6-emerging-technologies-we-ll-learn-about-in-2025) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [The Fastest-Growing Tech Sectors to Look Out for in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/373-the-fastest-growing-tech-sectors-to-look-out-for-in-2025) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production)