Job Requirements
Columbia, MD
Top Secret/SCI Full Scope Polygraph
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
$180,000 - $225,000
Job Description
Overview
This role focuses on creating custom tools and exploits for computer network operations with emphasis on low-level system development. The position involves working with advanced offensive and defensive cyber capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Develop tools and exploits for network operations
Implement low-level system interfaces and kernel programming
Conduct research and analysis of target systems
Build proof-of-concept implementations for attack vectors
Work collaboratively with red team and defensive security personnel
Document capabilities and train operational teams
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related discipline
5+ years in low-level programming and system development
Proficiency in C/C++ and Python
Strong understanding of OS internals across Windows, Linux, macOS
Reverse engineering and binary analysis experience
Network protocols and programming knowledge
Exploitation techniques and vulnerability research background
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in relevant field
Offensive security or penetration testing background
Assembly proficiency
Exploitation frameworks knowledge (Metasploit, Cobalt Strike)
Cryptographic implementation expertise
Embedded systems and IoT experience
Advanced certifications (OSCP, OSCE, CISSP)
Compensation
$180,000 - $225,000 per year
Medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with company match; paid time off and federal holidays; life insurance; professional development and certification reimbursement.
Annual performance bonus; employee referral bonuses.
Salary offered will depend on numerous qualifying factors such as clearance, degree and the years and depth of applicable experience.
Security Clearance
This position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Top Secret level or above.
This role focuses on creating custom tools and exploits for computer network operations with emphasis on low-level system development. The position involves working with advanced offensive and defensive cyber capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Develop tools and exploits for network operations
Implement low-level system interfaces and kernel programming
Conduct research and analysis of target systems
Build proof-of-concept implementations for attack vectors
Work collaboratively with red team and defensive security personnel
Document capabilities and train operational teams
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related discipline
5+ years in low-level programming and system development
Proficiency in C/C++ and Python
Strong understanding of OS internals across Windows, Linux, macOS
Reverse engineering and binary analysis experience
Network protocols and programming knowledge
Exploitation techniques and vulnerability research background
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in relevant field
Offensive security or penetration testing background
Assembly proficiency
Exploitation frameworks knowledge (Metasploit, Cobalt Strike)
Cryptographic implementation expertise
Embedded systems and IoT experience
Advanced certifications (OSCP, OSCE, CISSP)
Compensation
$180,000 - $225,000 per year
Medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with company match; paid time off and federal holidays; life insurance; professional development and certification reimbursement.
Annual performance bonus; employee referral bonuses.
Salary offered will depend on numerous qualifying factors such as clearance, degree and the years and depth of applicable experience.
Security Clearance
This position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Top Secret level or above.
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