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Reverse Engineer / Cyber Capability Engineer

Reverse Engineer / Cyber Capability Engineer

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics LaboratoryLaurel, MD, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Description

Are you a creative engineer with natural curiosity who wants to understand how things work?

Do you love finding vulnerabilities and teaming with outstanding reverse engineers?

Are you passionate about national security cyber challenges?

If so, we want you to join our team at APL! Our team of world-class reverse engineers is growing! We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic engineers who want to learn and love to hack anything.

Our team specializes in software and hardware reverse engineering, vulnerability research, and developing proof-of-concept offensive cyber capabilities with a focus on embedded systems. We have custom facilities tailored to specific classes of systems including vehicles, telecommunications / network infrastructure, and industrial systems as well as general reverse engineering labs.

As a member of our group, you will...

  • Reverse engineer embedded systems
  • Develop exploits and build mission-aligned proof-of-concept capabilities
  • Explore novel techniques for automating reverse engineering and exploit development
  • Stretch your reverse engineering skills by working with top experts
  • Propose new ideas for internal and external funding opportunities
  • Share knowledge by clearly articulating ideas through papers and presentations to team members, APL management, and government decision makers

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

  • Have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or another field relevant to the duties as described above
  • Have at least 1 year of relevant experience
  • Are experienced with software debuggers and static analysis tools
  • Are proficient with one or more programming languages
  • Are familiar with assembly
  • Understand Unix / Linux operating systems
  • Love solving puzzles and have experience persevering through technical challenges
  • Are able to obtain a Top Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain TS / SCI+poly level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.
  • You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

  • Have demonstrated leadership experience
  • Have knowledge of advanced vulnerability discovery tools
  • Understand embedded systems development toolchains
  • Have experience with hardware debugging interfaces, code security mechanisms and their weaknesses, hardware diagnostic tools, and signal / protocol analysis
  • Possess an active TS / SCI clearance with polygraph
  • About Us

    Why Work at 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. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. 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 of perspectives 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. Learn more about our career opportunities at http : / / www.jhuapl.edu / careers .

    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. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu .

    The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education / training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and / or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

    Minimum Rate

    $100,000 Annually

    Maximum Rate

    $227,500 Annually

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