Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

Reverse Engineer and Offensive Cyber Developer

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab$100K — $245K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
  • 2+ years of experience in reverse engineering or offensive cyber capabilities
  • Strong understanding of operating system fundamentals, exploitation techniques, and mitigations
  • Proficient in low-level programming languages (assembly or C/C++)
  • Experience with software and hardware debuggers
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance, with potential for TS/SCI clearance

Responsibilities

  • Reverse engineer software, firmware, and hardware for vulnerabilities
  • Collaborate with teams to modify device firmware and software
  • Operationalize proof-of-concept code for testing and integration
  • Propose ideas for funding opportunities
  • Articulate ideas clearly through papers and presentations

Benefits

  • Support for continuous learning and professional development
  • Opportunities for collaboration in a multidisciplinary environment
  • Involvement in impactful real-world projects
  • Encouragement of knowledge sharing and innovative approaches
Full Job Description
Description

Are you passionate about reverse engineering low-level software and/or hardware and developing sophisticated cyber tools?

Do you love building cyber capabilities that move from concept to operational deployment?

If so, we want you to join our group of offensive cyber experts! We seek experienced reverse engineers and developers who will build inventive cyber capabilities leveraging novel reverse engineering and exploitation techniques. We work in a dynamic, mission-driven environment where our efforts have real-world impact. Collaboration is at the heart of our culture, and we value multidisciplinary perspectives, curiosity, and continuous learning. We encourage our staff to explore new approaches, share knowledge, and deepen their expertise as they take on some of the nation's toughest challenges.

As a member of our team, you will...
  • Reverse engineer the software, firmware, and hardware of target systems for potential vulnerabilities
  • Work in teams to modify device firmware and software to perform additional effects or to communicate in alternative ways
  • Operationalize proof-of-concept code by thoroughly testing, documenting, and integrating with sponsor systems
  • Propose promising ideas for internal and external funding opportunities
  • Share and enhance knowledge by clearly articulating ideas through papers and presentations to government decision makers, team members, and senior management

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
  • Possess a Bachelor's in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or other discipline relevant to the work as described above
  • Have at least 2 years of proven experience reverse engineering or developing offensive cyber capabilities
  • Understand operating system fundamentals and internals, exploitation techniques, and mitigations
  • Have development experience in low-level languages such as assembly or C/C++
  • Have used software or hardware debuggers to debug complex problems
  • Are an outstanding communicator in both written and verbal forms
  • Are able to acquire a Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately acquire a TS/SCI 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 a Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • Have 8+ years of experience reverse engineering or developing offensive cyber capabilities
  • Enjoy prototyping hardware and systems with embedded microcontrollers
  • Have a solid understanding of radiofrequency (RF) concepts
  • Hold an active TS/SCI security 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.
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