Cyber Applied Research Scientist

Lockheed Martin

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Arlington, VA
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Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace, defense, and security company that designs, develops, and manufactures advanced technology systems, products, and services for government and commercial customers worldwide.

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TL;DR · Cyber Applied Research Scientist

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Join the Advanced Concepts Laboratory (ACL) as a senior software engineer or applied researcher, contributing to groundbreaking Information Operations (IO) and Computer Network Operations (CNO) technologies for the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. You will develop innovative cyber solutions through user-space or kernel-space programming in C, C++, and Python, while also conducting guided research on network protocols and inter-process communication. Key responsibilities include debugging with tools like gdb and Valgrind, reverse engineering, and vulnerability analysis across various architectures. This role demands a passion for complex problem-solving and the ability to thrive in an open, collaborative environment where you will work alongside world-class experts to redefine the cutting edge of cyber innovation.

Skills

C C++ Python gdb windbg Valgrind Networking protocols Socket application development Debugging Self-directed research Applied research Embedded systems development Compiler Design IDS and PSP Design Static reverse engineering Dynamic reverse engineering x86 x86_64 MIPS ARM PowerPC Vulnerability Analysis Machine-learning Artificial Intelligence

What you'll do

  • Develop user-space or kernel-space software using C, C++, and Python.
  • Conduct technical research and explore new cyber capabilities independently.
  • Analyze vulnerabilities and perform malware analysis on various architectures.
  • Debug complex software issues using tools like gdb, windbg, and Valgrind.
  • Design and implement network protocols and socket applications for security solutions.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field with 2+ years of relevant professional experience.
  • Proficient in C, C++, and Python for software development.
  • Experience in user-space or kernel-space development.
  • Knowledge of networking protocols and socket application development.
  • Skilled in debugging tools such as gdb, windbg, Valgrind.
  • Capable of conducting self-directed technical research explorations.
  • US Citizenship with ability to obtain a Top Secret Security Clearance required.

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