Offensive Cyber Capabilities Developer

1 month ago


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

We are seeking a highly skilled Offensive Cyber Capabilities Developer to join our team at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing sophisticated cyber tools and capabilities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop exploits for embedded systems based on reverse engineering and vulnerability research
  • Design and develop code and tools to leverage discovered vulnerabilities
  • Modify existing device firmware to perform additional effects or to communicate in alternative ways
  • Operationalize proof-of-concept code by thoroughly testing, documenting, and integrating with sponsor systems
  • Identify and propose promising ideas for internal and external funding opportunities
  • Share and enhance knowledge by clearly articulating ideas through papers and presentations to government decision makers, team members, and senior management
Qualifications
  • Possess a Bachelor's in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or other degree relevant to the duties as described above
  • Understand operating system fundamentals and internals, exploitation techniques, and mitigations
  • Have at least 1 year of relevant experience
  • Have development experience in low-level languages such as assembly or C/C++
  • Have experience using software or hardware debuggers to debug complex problems
  • Be an outstanding communicator in both written and verbal forms
  • Be able to acquire an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately acquire a TS/SCI level clearance
Preferred Qualifications
  • Have a Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • Have 5+ years of experience reverse engineering or developing offensive cyber capabilities
  • Enjoy prototyping hardware and systems with embedded microcontrollers
  • Have a depth of experience reverse engineering code from a variety of processor architectures
  • Have a working knowledge of radiofrequency (RF) concepts, and development experience with RF chips including baseband processors, WiFi/Bluetooth, or general-purpose RF integrated circuits
  • Hold an active TS/SCI security clearance
About APL

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space, and science challenges. 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.

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's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area.



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