Cyber Research And Development Engineer

Bordenstein Lab

Reston, VA, United States
Base: $109,300.00 - $191,000.00; bonus/equity: not...
Hybrid
Reverse engineering with ghidra or ida
Vulnerability research and malware analysis
Programming in c, java, or python
The role involves researching cutting-edge techniques for cyberspace operations to support system evaluation and security hardening for Department of Defense sponsors

Job Summary

  • The role involves researching cutting-edge techniques for cyberspace operations to support system evaluation and security hardening for Department of Defense sponsors.
  • Candidates must possess an active TS/SCI security clearance and be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position within the Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range of $109,300 to $191,000 along with benefits including a 75% tuition discount for employees and their families.

Matching Summary

The role involves researching cutting-edge techniques for cyberspace operations to support system evaluation and security hardening for Department of Defense sponsors.

Salary

Base: $109,300.00 - $191,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical/dental/vision, retirement plans, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Reverse engineering with Ghidra or IDA
  • Vulnerability research and malware analysis
  • Programming in C, Java, or Python
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance required
  • U.S. citizenship mandatory

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with AI/ML automation workflows
  • Familiarity with Agile and JIRA tools
  • Background in military cyber operations
  • Grant writing and business development skills
  • Master's degree in Engineering or Science

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science
  • 5+ years experience for Advanced level
  • 14+ years experience for Senior level
  • Active TS/SCI government security clearance
  • Must be a U.S. citizen

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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