Defensive Cyber Software Developer
Leidos
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This role pays less than 78% of similar roles. Most pay $127,500–$198,312 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $122k versus about $163k for comparable roles.
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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.
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