Principal Cyber Engineer

1 week ago

Sterling, VA, United States Piper Companies Full time
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Principal Cyber Engineer to join a Federal Government Program located in Sterling, VA through 100% full onsite presence . The Principal Cyber Engineer will focus on Android/mobile platform security, reverse engineering, & cyber tool development, leading technical efforts in analyzing vulnerabilities, building custom tooling, & integrating low-level insights into mission-driven mobile applications with a dynamic, multi-program classified environment.

Responsibilities of the Principal Cyber Engineer include:
  • Lead reverse engineering efforts on Android/mobile platforms, including malware analysis & exploit development
  • Design & develop custom cyber tools (CNO/CNE) for offensive & defensive operations, ensuring scalability & OPSEC compliance
  • Analyze low-level code (ARM assembly) & obfuscated binaries using tools like Ghidra, IDA Pro, & Frida
  • Integrate reverse engineering insights into mobile application development to support mission needs
  • Collaborate within a multi-program classified environment, adapting to shifting priorities & compartmentalized customer missions
  • Provide technical leadership & mentorship to mid-level engineers, setting direction & guiding complex problem-solving
Qualifications of the Principal Cyber Engineer include:
  • 8+ years of experience with C/C++ development on Unix/Linux platforms using Make/CMake
  • Hands-on experience with Android or other mobile platforms, especially in security & reverse engineering
  • Expertise in reverse engineering tools such as Ghidra, IDAPro, HexRays, Frida, or Radare2
  • Strong understanding of ARM64/ARM32 architecture, including disassembly & exploit development
  • Experience with CNE/CNO tool development for classified environments
  • Familiarity with large open-source projects, such as AOSP
  • Leadership experience, including mentoring & setting technical direction
  • Comfort working in compartmentalized, multi-program environments with shifting priorities
  • Active TS/SCI clearance
Compensation for the Principal Cyber Engineer includes:
  • Salary Range: $115,000-$150,000 depending on experience
  • Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Plan, Holidays, PTO, Education Incentives, sick leave as required by law


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