Cyberspace Operations Research and Development Engineer

5 days ago

Reston, Virginia, United States Applied Research Laboratory at the Penn State University Full time
Cyberspace Operations Research and Development Engineer

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Cyberspace Operations Research and Development Engineer to join our team at the Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct research and development of novel concepts and technical approaches to solving cyberspace operations challenges.
  • Provide process enhancement for external risk assessments, vulnerability analyses, and penetration testing projects.
  • Support the design and tailored engineering of security solutions based on sponsor-unique requirements.
  • Leverage software development knowledge to implement tools that automate or more effectively perform computation and cyber-relevant tasks.
  • Conduct experiments/tests in the laboratory/field to test, prove, or modify theoretical propositions on basis of research findings and experiences of others researching in related technical areas.
  • Initiate or contribute data/analysis/design for use in technical reports, documents, proposals, papers, or oral/written presentations.
  • Interact in a collaborative manner with other team members, engineers, and scientists to accomplish organizational goals.
  • Initiate or contribute to business development activities (i.e. white papers, proposals, etc.).

Requirements:

  • Cybersecurity penetration testing / cybersecurity Red Team testing / white hat hacking.
  • Networking, IT security, Windows, and *NIX.
  • Software programming, programming languages, and development environments (to include at a minimum C++, Java, or Python).
  • Ability to express technical information clearly and concisely in documents and presentations for senior leaders.
  • Active government security clearance.
  • Experience with DoD cyberspace operations.
  • Use of cybersecurity testing frameworks (e.g. Kali Linux, Cobalt Strike).
  • Automation of cybersecurity testing workflows (e.g. using Ansible playbooks).
  • Experience in vulnerability research and/or system exploitation development.
  • Use of Agile software development methodology and tools.
  • Experience working with Atlassian products (e.g., JIRA, Confluence).

Work Environment:

This position will be filled at multiple levels, depending on the successful candidate's education, and experience. Minimally requires a Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or Science discipline plus two years' related experience. Additional experience and/or education are required for higher level positions.

Benefits:

ARL at Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a University center of excellence in defense science, systems, and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas.

How to Apply:

Please submit your application through our website. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.

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