• Cyber Software Engineer

    Leidos (Columbia, MD)


    Description

    Leidos** has a new and exciting opportunity for a **Cyber Software Engineer** in our **National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA)** . Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At **Leidos** , we offer **competitive benefits** , including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. **Join us and make a difference in National Security!

    Job Summary:

    The Cyber and Analytics Business Area at Leidos is seeking motivated individuals to work in a dynamic environment with a team of Cyber Engineers in areas of reverse engineering, prototyping, design, software development, integration, and cyber testing to develop capabilities against a wide variety of networking devices.This work will leverage your ability to deconstruct a variety of hardware and software, focusing on network devices and technologies, and developing capabilities to utilize the vulnerabilities discovered.

     

    Don't miss the opportunity to take your career to the next level and be part of an innovative and dynamic environment. Apply now!

    Job Responsibilities/Qualifications:

    + **Mission Focus** : Our Offensive Cyber development program is seeking a software engineer who is passionate about cyber and new development of offensive cyber vulnerability analysis and reverse engineering (VR/RE).

    + **Technical Proficiency** : Five (5) to eight (8) years of experience programming in Assembly, C, C++, and/or Python. Experience utilizing reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro and/or Ghidra to analyze firmware of embedded devices. Minimum five (5) years of experience programming cyber tools and/or techniques for the US Government or commercial sector. Experience performing open-source research & vulnerability analysis. Proficiency in network protocols, routers, and network security. Demonstrated understanding of IP, TCP, and application-level protocols.

    + **Qualifications** : Bachelor’s degree in cyber, computer science, information systems or applicable engineering field and minimum eight (8) to twelve (12) years of experience in computer science, information systems, or network engineering or a master’s degree in cyber, computer science, information systems or applicable engineering field and minimum six (6) to ten (10) years of experience in computer science, information systems, or network engineering.

    + **Security Clearance Requirement** : Candidates must possess an active **TS/SCI** clearance to be considered for this role.

    + **Desirable Skills** : Demonstrated experience programming techniques to evade host and/or network-based intrusion detection systems. Demonstrated experience developing programs to capture, analyze, and interpret raw network traffic. Demonstrated experience with network sockets programming including developing packet-level programs, expert packet-level understanding of IP, TCP, and application-level protocols. Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver briefings, technical presentations, and program documentation to senior program management. Experience developing documentation and reports (analysis reports, test reports, etc.).

     

    At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you – apply today!

     

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    Original Posting:

    April 28, 2025

    For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

    Pay Range:

    Pay Range $104,650.00 - $189,175.00

     

    The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

    REQNUMBER: R-00158232

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.