Software Engineer II w/Top Secret Clearance

TekSynap$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years in software development
  • Experience with full-stack technologies, especially Java and scripting languages like JavaScript or Python
  • Proficient in developing exploitation capabilities for Linux
  • Ability to take vulnerabilities from concept to exploited proof of concept
  • Understanding of operating systems (Windows, Linux, Mac, iOS, Android) and network traffic analysis for malware identification
  • Bachelor's Degree in IT or relevant experience
  • Must possess Top Secret Clearance

Responsibilities

  • Conduct reverse engineering and vulnerability research services
  • Utilize analysis tools like disassemblers, decompilers, and debuggers
  • Study adversaries' tactics to support mission objectives
  • Implement offensive cyber operations through vulnerability analysis
  • Innovate and develop new cyber operations concepts and tradecraft

Benefits

  • Work predominantly in an office environment located in Washington, D.C.
  • Regular day shift hours with potential evening and weekend work
  • Limited travel requirements (around 10%)
  • Opportunities for professional growth in a high-stakes field
Full Job Description
Responsibilities & Qualifications

We are seeking a Software Engineer II to join our team supporting the FBI.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience
  • At least 2 years of software development experience
  • At least 2 years of experience working with full-stack technologies including Java and scripting languages such as JavaScript or Python
  • Experience developing exploitation capabilities for Linux environments
  • Experience taking a defined vulnerability from concept to exploited proof of concept
  • Knowledge of operating systems, including Windows, Linux, Mac, and mobile operating systems including iOS and Android, application behaviors, and network traffic analysis to identify malware exploits

Education
  • Bachelor's Degree in an Information Technology discipline or equivalent experience

Clearance
  • Top Secret Clearance

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Perform reverse engineering and vulnerability research services.
  • Leverage analysis tools including disassemblers, decompilers, and debuggers.
  • Research and understand adversaries' tactics, techniques, and procedures to enable the success of mission owners.
  • Use vulnerability analysis, exploitation, and defensive process experience to execute offensive cyber operations that inform critical security missions.
  • Apply leading-edge principles, theories, and technologies and contribute to the development of new cyber operations concepts and tradecraft.

COMPETENCIES
  • Establish Focus
  • Change Management
  • Develop Others
  • Oral Communication
  • Written Communication
  • Interpersonal Awareness
  • Build Relationships
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Conceptual Thinking
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Technical Expertise
  • Initiative
  • Foster Innovation
  • Results Oriented
  • Teamwork
  • Customer Service


Overview

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Location: Washington, D.C.
  • Type of environment: Office
  • Noise level: Medium
  • Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday - Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
  • Amount of Travel: 10%

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S. Citizen

Top Secret Clearance

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice

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