Cyber Defense Researcher

19 hours ago


Maryland City, Maryland, United States The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Full time
Unlock the Future of Cyber Defense

Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of cyber defense and exploring innovative solutions to complex challenges?

We're seeking a highly motivated and experienced PhD graduate to join our team at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in the Capabilities Development Group (QCC). As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of experts, and contribute to the development of novel tools and techniques for cyber defense.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement novel approaches to solving critical cybersecurity challenges in operational environments
  • Collaborate with sponsors and end users to understand their operational needs and identify requirements
  • Build mission-aligned capabilities and integrate and extend open source or commercial capabilities to enhance cyber capability
  • Share approaches and methods with team members, APL management, and government decision makers
Qualifications:
  • PhD degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or a cybersecurity-related field
  • Experience developing software using Java/Kotlin, Python, C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, C/C++, Rust, Golang, or equivalent
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent interpersonal skills, outstanding oral and written communication skills, good organizational skills, and the ability to work in teams
  • Ability to obtain an Interim Secret Clearance by start date and ultimately obtain a Secret security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience using web application frameworks and related knowledge base such as React, HTML5, CSS3, JSON/XML, jQuery, D3, SVG, RESTful web services, or (No)SQL
  • Ability to apply software development skills to different domains and subject matters
  • Knowledge of geospatial information systems, deep learning, and computer vision
  • Experience in DevSecOps, network security, and systems integration
  • Experience with Department of Defense and/or Intelligence Community cyber operations/mission forces
  • Experience in conducting research, development, and testing of cyber capabilities
  • Experience in developing related documents that define processes, solutions, requirements, and specifications for government agencies and public organizations

We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.



  • Maryland City, Maryland, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) Full time

    Join a Team of Experts in Strategic Deterrence and DefenseWe are seeking a highly skilled PhD researcher to join our team at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a PhD Researcher in Strategic Deterrence and Defense, you will be part of a dynamic team of engineers, physicists, and mathematicians who are passionate about their role as an...


  • Maryland City, Maryland, United States The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a Senior Research Scientist. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting research and development in the field of applied physics and chemistry, with a focus on developing novel sensors, detectors, and analytical tools for the Department of Homeland...

  • AI Researcher

    19 hours ago


    Maryland City, Maryland, United States The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    Join Our Team of Visionary ResearchersWe are seeking a talented and ambitious early-career researcher to join our team at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a member of our AI Group in the Intelligent Systems Center (ISC), you will have the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research and apply your ideas to real-world...


  • Maryland City, Maryland, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a Physicist Researcher, you will play a critical role in designing, building, testing, and evaluating scientific instrumentation to address concerns related to national defense, terrorism, and weapons of...


  • Maryland City, Maryland, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced robotics researcher to join our team at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a robotics researcher, you will be responsible for defining and developing new robotic systems and algorithmic solutions to address relevant challenges in the field of robotics.Key...

  • Physicist Researcher

    4 weeks ago


    Maryland City, Maryland, United States The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a Physicist Researcher at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on high-impact problems and contribute to the development of novel detectors, physics simulations, and cutting-edge...


  • Maryland City, Maryland, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced robotics researcher to join our team at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a robotics researcher, you will be responsible for defining and developing new robotic systems and algorithmic solutions to address relevant challenges in the field of robotics.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop...


  • Maryland City, Maryland, United States The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    About the JobWe are seeking a talented individual to contribute to tasks or projects that require a multi-disciplinary approach. As a member of our team, you will work with physicists, engineers, analytical chemists, and biologists to tackle our nation's most important problems.Key ResponsibilitiesHelp design, build, test, and evaluate scientific...


  • Maryland City, Maryland, United States Leidos Full time

    Job Title: Senior CyberArkAbout the Role:Leidos is seeking a highly skilled Senior CyberArk professional to join our Defense Enclave Services team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing security architecture support and interface across the program as needed.Key Responsibilities:Develop secure privileged access management...


  • Maryland City, Maryland, United States The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    Senior Operations Research/Cost AnalystWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Operations Research/Cost Analyst to join our team at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for performing cost estimation and analysis, leading affordability analyses, and contributing to trade space studies,...


  • Maryland City, Maryland, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    Job Title: RF Metasurface ResearcherWe are seeking a highly skilled RF Metasurface Researcher to join our team at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a member of our team, you will be responsible for designing, prototyping, and characterizing novel metasurfaces and intelligent structures for manipulating RF fields.Key...


  • Maryland City, Maryland, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    Senior Operations Research/Cost AnalystWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Operations Research/Cost Analyst to join our team at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for performing cost estimation and analysis, leading affordability analyses, and contributing to trade space...


  • Maryland City, Maryland, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled RF researcher to join our team at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a member of our team, you will contribute to research that spans from computational modeling and optimization to prototyping and characterization of novel metasurfaces and intelligent structures designed for...


  • Maryland City, Maryland, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an Experimental Photonics Scientist to join our team at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory. As a key member of our Research and Exploratory Development (RED) Mission Area, you will contribute to pioneering research targeting game-changing breakthroughs in integrated photonics.Key ResponsibilitiesUse computational...


  • Maryland City, Maryland, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    About the JobWe are seeking a highly motivated and collaborative researcher to join our team at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a Human-Machine Interfaces Researcher, you will play a key role in leading and developing algorithms and systems in domains spanning neural interfaces, biologically inspired AI, connectomics, and...


  • Maryland City, Maryland, United States The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join our team at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. As a Postdoctoral Fellow, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research projects in polymer chemistry, developing new technical capabilities for new business development.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and...

  • Physicist Researcher

    3 weeks ago


    Maryland City, Maryland, United States The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    Unlock Your Potential in Physics and Nuclear EngineeringAre you passionate about advancing the field of physics and nuclear engineering? Do you want to work on high-impact projects that drive innovation and make a real difference? We are seeking talented individuals to join our team at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), where you...


  • Maryland City, Maryland, United States The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join our team at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. As a Postdoctoral Fellow, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research projects in polymer chemistry and materials science.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and lead an independent research project focused...


  • Maryland City, Maryland, United States Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join our team at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a Postdoctoral Fellow, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research projects in polymer synthesis, developing new technical capabilities for new business development.Key...


  • Maryland City, Maryland, United States The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Full time

    Research Scientist - RF ResearcherWe are seeking a highly skilled Research Scientist to join our team at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. As a Research Scientist, you will play a key role in designing, prototyping, and characterizing novel electromagnetic surfaces and devices for manipulating microwave and radio-frequency fields.Key...