Cyber Security Vulnerability Researcher, Advanced (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Cyber Security Vulnerability Researcher, Advanced (Cybersecurity): Conducting research into cyber threats and developing mitigation solutions for the Naval Aviation Red Team with an accent on system security and vulnerability analysis. Focus on performing technical risk assessments, analyzing software security, and identifying vulnerabilities in operational programs.

Location: On-site in Lexington Park, MD (5 days per week)

Salary: $130,000 - $193,000 per year

Company

A dynamic professional workforce providing world-class solutions in cyber, engineering, financial management, and IT to the federal government.

What you will do

• Conduct research into cyber threats, adversarial offensive/defensive tools, and mitigation solutions.
• Develop security solutions for computer hardware and software with a focus on vulnerability management.
• Perform technical and non-technical risk and vulnerability assessments of computing environments and infrastructure.
• Analyze the security of existing computer applications and specialized utility programs.
• Perform risk analysis for applications or systems undergoing major changes.
• Identify security issues associated with the implementation of operational programs.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of relevant experience.
• Current Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Obtain DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) qualifications within 30 days of start.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-performance team environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Nice to have

• Experience programming in Python.
• Knowledge of naval aviation acquisition programs.
• Certification in Microsoft or Linux OS.
• Knowledge of adversarial threat representation tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, life, disability, and retirement plans.
• Paid time off and tuition assistance for professional growth.
• Eligibility for Compressed Work Schedule (CWS).
• Collaborative, people-first culture with multiple "Top Workplaces" awards.