Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

2027 Graduate - Reverse Engineer - Offensive Cyber Capabilities

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab • $85K — $165K *
Laurel, MD 20707In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
  • Strong academic record in computer architecture, operating systems, and data structures
  • Proficiency in one or more programming languages
  • Experience with debuggers and reverse engineering tools (Ghidra, IDA, Binary Ninja)
  • Problem-solving aptitude with a passion for technical challenges
  • Willingness to learn new technologies and programming languages
  • Ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance, requiring U.S. citizenship

Responsibilities

  • Be mentored by top experts in reverse engineering
  • Conduct thorough investigations of software, firmware, and hardware
  • Develop exploits for embedded systems and aligned mission capabilities
  • Collaborate with team in specialized labs for foreign materiel and telecom systems
  • Propose innovative ideas for funding opportunities
  • Present and share findings through papers and presentations to various audiences

Benefits

  • Mentorship from industry experts
  • Access to custom laboratories and resources
  • Hands-on experience with advanced reverse engineering techniques
  • Collaboration in a team-oriented environment
  • Opportunities for professional development and funding proposals
Full Job Description
Description

As a member of our group, you will...
  • Be mentored by top experts to learn the art and science of reverse engineering
  • Perform deep investigations of software, firmware, and hardware
  • Develop exploits against embedded systems and build mission-aligned capabilities
  • Collaborate with teammates in custom laboratories purpose-built for foreign materiel, telecommunications infrastructure, and other embedded systems
  • 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 maker

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
  • Are graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
  • Have an excellent academic record with demonstrated knowledge of fundamental topics such as computer architecture, operating systems, and data structures
  • Are proficient with one or more programming language
  • Have experience using debuggers and reverse engineering tools such as Ghidra, IDA, and Binary Ninja
  • Love solving puzzles and have experience persevering through technical challenges
  • Are excited to learn new tools, platforms, and programming languages
  • Are able to obtain a Top Secret security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a TS/SCI with polygraph 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...
  • Are graduating with a Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
  • Participate in hackathons, CTFs, cybersecurity clubs or other relevant extracurriculars
  • Have relevant internship experience
  • Have experience applying AI systems to reverse engineering, vulnerability research, or exploit development
  • Understand Unix/Linux operating systems
  • Are familiar with assembly language
  • Are skilled with tools including oscilloscopes, multi-meters, power supplies, and logic analyzers
  • Have demonstrated leadership experience
  • Possess an active TS/SCI clearance with full scope polygraph

Minimum Rate

$85,000 Annually

Maximum Rate

$165,000 Annually

About Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is a research and development organization that provides solutions to national security and scientific challenges. The laboratory was founded in 1942 and is located in Laurel, Maryland. APL is a division of the Johns Hopkins University and is a not-for-profit organization. The laboratory has expertise in a variety of areas, including space exploration, national security, and healthcare.
Learn more about Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Information Technology
Founded
1942
* Ladders Estimates

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