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Senior Cyber & Advanced Systems Scientist / Engineer
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What they do
A Vulnerability Analyst or Penetration Tester probes for and exploits security vulnerabilities in web-based applications, networks and systems. Penetration Tests are designed to achieve a specific, attacker-simulated goal and should be requested by customers who are already at their desired security posture. A typical goal could be to access the contents of the prized customer database on the internal network, or to modify a record in an HR system. Vulnerability Assessments are designed to yield a prioritized list of vulnerabilities and are generally for clients who already understand they are not where they want to be in terms of security. The customer already knows they have issues and simply need help identifying and prioritizing them.
$119,730 / year median in Massachusetts
+4% projected growth
Job Description
This is an onsite, full-time opportunity supporting programs involving advanced defense and aerospace technologies. Candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas are encouraged to apply: Cybersecurity, Reverse Engineering, UAS, C-UAS, Space Systems, Drones, and Embedded Systems.
Key ResponsibilitiesProvide hands-on technical and engineering support for complex defense and aerospace programs.
Perform reverse engineering, system analysis, vulnerability assessment, and technical research.
Analyze and assess embedded systems, software, hardware, and networked platforms.
Support development and evaluation of UAS, C-UAS, drone, and space-related technologies.
Apply practical cybersecurity techniques to identify vulnerabilities, assess risks, and develop technical solutions.
Conduct technical experimentation, testing, prototyping, and analysis.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and research teams to solve complex technical problems.
Develop technical documentation, reports, analyses, and presentations.
Support multiple programs and emerging technical initiatives as priorities evolve.
Required QualificationsActive Secret or Top Secret security clearance.
Master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent demonstrated expertise may be considered.
Practical, hands-on experience in Cybersecurity or related technical disciplines.
Experience in one or more of the following:
Reverse Engineering
UAS / UAV
/ DronesCounter-UAS (C-UAS)Space Warfare / Space SystemsEmbedded SystemsCybersecurityStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.Ability to work effectively in an onsite, full-time environment.
Ability to work on complex technical problems with limited direction and communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred QualificationsExperience working within the DoD, defense, aerospace, intelligence, or national security environment.
Experience with embedded software/hardware analysis.
Experience with reverse engineering tools and methodologies.
Experience analyzing communications, networks, protocols, or cyber-physical systems.
Experience with
UAS/C-UAS
technologies or related autonomous systems.Experience supporting space-based systems or space warfare programs.
Experience with vulnerability research, exploitation, malware analysis, or cyber operations.
Strong programming/scripting skills such as Python, C/C++, Assembly, or similar languages.