Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

Established Cyber Engineer - Capabilities Development

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab • $100K — $245K *
Laurel, MD 20707In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or Cybersecurity-related field
  • 2+ years of experience in cyber concept development, systems, or analytics
  • Experience with software development in multiple languages, including Java/Kotlin, Python, and C++
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with a team-oriented approach
  • Eligibility for an Interim Secret security clearance, with US citizenship required

Responsibilities

  • Learn from top experts in developing cyber capabilities
  • Collaborate with defense and intelligence sponsors to define operational needs
  • Build capabilities aligned with mission objectives
  • Innovate solutions to cybersecurity challenges in operational contexts
  • Research new areas and apply findings to current problems
  • Share methodologies with team members and government decision makers

Benefits

  • Mentorship from industry experts
  • Opportunities to work on impactful defense and intelligence projects
  • Environment fostering innovation and research in cybersecurity
  • Potential for obtaining advanced security clearances
  • Support for collaboration with government agencies on cybersecurity initiatives
Full Job Description
Description

As a member of our team you will...
  • Be mentored by top experts to learn the art and science of developing cyber capabilities
  • Work with sponsors and end users in defense or intelligence organizations to understand their operational needs and identify requirements
  • Build mission-aligned capabilities
  • Develop novel approaches to solving cybersecurity challenges in operational environments
  • Explore promising new research areas and seek ways to apply ideas to today's problems
  • Share approaches and methods with others team members, APL management, and government decision makers

Qualifications

You'll meet our minimum qualifications if you...
  • Possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics or a Cybersecurity-related field
  • Possess 2+ years of experience developing cyber concepts, systems, or analytics, with an understanding of systems engineering or operational planning
  • Have experience developing software using Java/Kotlin, Python, C#, Rust, Go, JavaScript/TypeScript, C/C++, or equivalent
  • Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, good organizational skills, and the ability to work in teams
  • Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret Clearance. If selected, you will be subjected to a government security investigation, and you should meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information up to the Top Secret level. Eligibility requirements include US citizenship

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you ...
  • Possess a Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics or a Cybersecurity-related field
  • Can apply software development skills to different domains and subject matters
  • Have knowledge of AI/ML, Agentic AI, and/or AI-enabled cyber methodologies
  • Have experience in DevSecOps, and/or network security and systems integration
  • Have experience with Department of Defense and/or Intelligence Community cyber operations/mission forces
  • Have experience in conducting research, development, and testing of cyber capabilities
  • Have experience in the development of related documents that define processes, solutions, requirements, and specifications for government agencies (military, federal departments/agencies, state, and local) and public organizations to collaborate and achieve greater cybersecurity
  • Hold an active Secret or Top Secret security clearance and can ultimately obtain TS/SCI level clearance.


Minimum Rate

$100,000 Annually

Maximum Rate

$245,000 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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