Cyber Capabilities Engineer - Resilience & Innovation

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking a cybersecurity professional in the Capabilities Development Group (QCC) to push the boundaries of cyber defense for critical systems. The role emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to translate stakeholder needs into secure, operating concepts and detailed requirements.

You will document findings, mentor colleagues, and contribute to novel cyber concepts, capabilities, and operational solutions, with

Qualifications

• A B.S. in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a technical degree.
• 5+ years of experience developing cyber concepts, systems, or analytics with systems engineering or operational planning.
• Experience in one or more programming languages.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills and ability to work in teams.
• Eligibility to obtain a Top Secret clearance by start date and Top Secret/TS–SCI eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to document needs and translate them into requirements.
• Lead creation of novel cyber concepts, capabilities, and techniques for cyber superiority.
• Develop and apply understanding of cyber concepts to solve security challenges in operations.
• Document and present findings, results, and mitigation strategies.
• Mentor team members to develop future leaders and technical experts.

Skills

5+ years cyber experience

Programming languages

Analytical skills

Top Secret clearance eligibility

Education

B.S. in Computer Science

M.S. in Computer Science

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking a cybersecurity professional in the Capabilities Development Group (QCC) to push the boundaries of cyber defense for critical systems. The role emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to translate stakeholder needs into secure, operating concepts and detailed requirements.

You will document findings, mentor colleagues, and contribute to novel cyber concepts, capabilities, and operational solutions, with