Defensive Cyber Software Developer

Leidos

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Work type
On-site
Location
Lawton, OK
Salary
$87,100–$157,450 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
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TL;DR · Defensive Cyber Software Developer

The Mid-Level Defensive Cyber Software Developer joins the Cyber Electromagnetic Activity team within the INTEL Sector's Cyber & Analytics Business Area. This role involves developing unique software solutions to protect data and network capabilities against Cyber, EW, and PNT threats targeting US weapon systems. The developer will research and develop signature and behavior-based defensive techniques, focusing on the detection, identification, and response to adversarial attacks on tactical networks. Key responsibilities include collaborating with internal experts to build technical solutions and presenting findings to users. Required technical skills include proficiency in C, C++, Rust, Go, Python, and Bash, alongside experience with build systems like CMake, Meson, or Bazel. Candidates must understand networking protocols, Linux administration, and iterative processes like Agile or Continuous Delivery using Jira and Jenkins.

What you'll do

  • Develop software and techniques to protect data and network capabilities.
  • Create methods for the detection, identification, and response to cyber attacks.
  • Research and develop signature and behavior-based defensive techniques against adversarial attacks.
  • Build technical solutions for protecting US weapon systems against cyber, EW, and PNT threats.
  • Develop software to alert customers of potential cyber and electromagnetic attacks.
  • Perform deep analyses to understand the impact of technical solutions on the end-product.
  • Present defensive findings and technical data effectively to the end user.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, computer engineering, cyber engineering, or a similar degree from an ABET-accredited program.
  • Minimum 4+ years of professional development in C, C++, Rust, Go, or similar compiled languages.
  • Minimum 2+ years of professional experience with Python and Bash or a similar scripting language.
  • Experience with software build systems such as CMake, Meson, or Bazel.
  • Experience with version control tools and UI/UX development.
  • Familiarity with iterative software design processes like Agile or Continuous Delivery, and tools like Jira and Jenkins.
  • Good understanding of networking protocols at all layers of the networking stack and network architecture.
  • Professional experience in Linux, including basic administration.
  • Must be a US CITIZEN and able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance.
  • Ability to travel to customer sites up to 20% of the time.
  • Experience using Wireshark (preferred).
  • Firm grasp of cybersecurity and recent tracking of cyber events (preferred).
  • Certifications such as Network+, Security+, CySA+, or Linux+ (preferred).

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