CNO - Cyber R&D Engineer - RE, C/C++, Assembly

Erias Ventures, LLC; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above market pay

Roth/401k with immediate vesting

Spot bonuses

Professional development bonuses

Medical Coverage

Vision & Dental Coverage

Disability & Life Insurance

Wellness Reimbursement

Paid Time Off with Flexible Work

Amazon Prime + Internet Reimbursement

Tech & Productivity Allowance

Morale & Company Events

Onboarding & Annual Swag

Professional Development & Training

Job summary

Erias Ventures, LLC seeks a motivated Research and Development Specialist to conduct software systems research, identify vulnerabilities, and prototype secure technologies for national defense missions.

The role requires Top-Secret/SCI with polygraph clearance, seven years in engineering, and a CS-related degree. This position emphasizes innovative cybersecurity solutions across DoD-related missions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline.
• 7 years of engineering experience on programs similar in scope and complexity.
• Additional 4 years of engineering experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.
• Experience identifying vulnerabilities and developing mitigations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct software systems research to identify vulnerabilities.
• Prototype secure technologies and advance solutions for mission-critical requirements.
• Support national defense objectives with cybersecurity principles embedded in the lifecycle.
• Analyze cyberspace threats and inform development of cyber capabilities.

Skills

Reverse engineering

Applied cybersecurity research

Technology assessments

Cybersecurity lifecycle

Threat analysis

Full-stack development

R&D environments

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Job description

• Fort Meade, MD

Erias Ventures was founded to serve its customers with an entrepreneurial mindset. We valuecreative problem-solving,open communication, andempowering our employeesto make decisions and put forth new ideas.

Our staff includes technical experts working across multiple disciplines, bringing diverse perspectives to every project. We are seeking engineers who wish to grow their careers and want to become part of atechnicallystrongandgrowth-orientedcompany focused on bringinginnovative solutionsto the difficult mission problems facing our customers.

Description

We are seeking a motivated Research and Development Specialist to conduct software systems research. The role involves performing comprehensive technology research to identify and evaluate potential vulnerabilities in cyberspace systems, conceptualizing and prototyping secure technologies, and advancing solutions to meet mission-critical requirements in support of national defense objectives. Ideal candidates will possess strong expertise in systems development, cybersecurity principles, and emerging technologies.

Clearance

A current Top-Secret/SCI with polygraph security clearance is required. Candidates cannot be sponsored or nominated for a government security clearance under this position.

Experience

Seven (7) years experience as a Engineer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional engineering experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.

Required skills:

• Familiar with reverse engineering and can a proof of concept (POC) from a CVE.
• Experience conducting applied research in cybersecurity, emerging technologies, or software systems to identify vulnerabilities and develop mitigations.
• Ability to perform technology assessments, conceptualize secure systems, and ensure cybersecurity principles are embedded throughout the development lifecycle.
• Background in analyzing cyberspace threats, vulnerabilities, or emerging trends to inform the development of new defensive or offensive cyber capabilities.
• Familiarity with full-stack development, systems integration, or R&D environments supporting national security, defense, or DoD-related missions.
• Experience in technical R&D, engineering, or cybersecurity development role.

Benefits

Erias Ventures provides a complete package of wealth, health, and happiness benefits.The expected salary range for this position, depending on education and years of experience is $150,000 - $250,000.

Wealth Benefits:

• Above Market Hourly Pay
• 11% RothorTraditional 401kwith Immediate Vesting and Deposit
• Spot Bonusesfor Assisting with Business Development and Company Growth
• Professional Development Bonusesfor Certificates and Degrees

Health Benefits:

• Company subsidizedMedicalCoverage
• 100%Company PaidVisionandDentalCoverage
• 100%Company PaidLong Term Disability,Short Term Disability, andGroup Life Insurance
• MonthlyWellness Reimbursement

Happiness Benefits:

• Paid Time OffwithFlexible WorkSchedules andBirthday Off
• Amazon Prime MembershipandMonthlyInternetReimbursement
• TechnologyandProductivity Allowancefor Equipment and Supplies
• Morale BuildingandCompany Eventsto Celebrate our Successes and Build our Community
• Onboarding and AnnualSwag
• Company Paid Professional DevelopmentandTraining

At Erias Ventures, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment based on merit, without discrimination. We welcome individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.