Cyber Security Vulnerability Researcher, Intermediate (Security Engineering, Senior Analyst)

RPMGlobal; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 115,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

RPMGlobal is looking for an Intermediate Cyber Security Vulnerability Researcher to join the Naval Aviation Red Team at the Naval Air Station Patuxent River, MD. In this role, you will conduct vulnerability research, tool development, and perform risk assessments to enhance system security.

The position requires at least 5 years of experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and the ability to obtain a Top-Secret clearance. The compensation range is $115,000 - $170,000 per year with various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Must obtain DoD Cyber Workforce qualifications within 60 days.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-performance team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research into cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
• Perform risk and vulnerability assessments on technology.
• Analyze security of computer applications for actionable results.

Skills

Python programming

GHIDRA

Reverse engineering tools

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Cyber Security Vulnerability Researcher, Intermediate (Security Engineering, Senior Analyst) Position Location Lexington Park, MD

The MIL Corporation is seeking a Cyber Security Vulnerability Researcher, Intermediate (Security Engineering, Senior Analyst) to support the daily operations of the Naval Aviation Red Team. The successful candidate will serve at the Naval Air Station Patuxent River, MD. This Red Team member will be performing vulnerability research and tool development in support of AIR-RT Operations.

This position currently requires an on-site schedule, but is eligible for Compressed Work Schedule (CWS). Schedule is subject to change based on company/contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors.
• Conduct research into cyber threats, adversarial offensive and defensive tools, techniques, and methods, and mitigation solutions.
• Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software with a focus on system security and vulnerability.
• Perform technical (evaluation of technology) and nontechnical (evaluation of people and operations) risk and vulnerability assessments of relevant technology focus areas (e.g., local computing environment, network and infrastructure, enclave boundary, supporting infrastructure, and applications).
• Analyze the security of new or existing computer applications, software, or specialized utility programs and provide actionable results.
• Perform risk analysis (e.g., threat, vulnerability, and probability of occurrence) whenever an application or system undergoes a major change.
• Supporting missions and obtaining specialized formal qualifications per the AIR-RT Handbook.
• Identify issues and vulnerabilities associated with the development and implementation of operational programs.

Travel

10% to other sites, as required

Required Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant experience
• Must obtain qualifications aligned with one or more DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) roles—111, 221, 461, 511, 531, 541, 612, or 622—within 60 days of contract performance start. A list of acceptable certifications can be found on the Navy Credentialing Opportunities On-Line website (https://www.cool.osd.mil/usn/cswf/index.html?CWFModel)
• Experience programming in Python
• Experience utilizing GHIDRA, and other reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro.
• Ability to interact and communicate with our clients and project/task sponsors
• Ability to work in a diverse team environment
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑performance, team environment
• High degree of organizational and communication skills

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of adversarial threat representation tactics, techniques, and procedures
• Experience and knowledge of naval aviation acquisition programs
• Certification in either Microsoft or Linux OS
• Experience conducting reverse engineering tasks on aviation‑based platforms and support systems.
• Working experience with Assembly Language

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Computer Science, Engineering, Software Engineering or a related discipline. A related Master's degree and/or advanced certifications may be considered in lieu of required experience.

Clearance

All applicants for this position must possess a current Top‑Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SCI; please note that the clearance process considers financial background aspects.

Compensation

The MIL Corporation values your contributions and offers a range of benefits to support your overall well‑being. We are pleased to offer a comprehensive range of benefits to our full‑time employees which include health, life, disability, and retirement plans, as well as paid time off, opportunities for professional growth and tuition assistance. Additional benefits and incentives may also apply, which will be communicated during the hiring process.

For this position, the projected compensation range is $115,000 - $170,000 per year. This estimate represents the typical salary range and is just one part of MIL’s complete compensation package. Final salary for this position is determined based on factors such as individual qualifications, education, experience, and contractual limitations. Learn more on the MIL Careers page.

EEO Statement

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.