Established Cyber Engineer - Capabilities Development

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) Capabilities Development Group (QCC) is seeking professionals to advance cyber defense for critical systems. You will work with a multidisciplinary team of cyber and software engineers to translate threat intelligence into mission-ready capabilities, mentored by top experts, and aligned with sponsor needs in defense and intelligence contexts.

Ideal candidates bring a Bachelor’s in CS/CE/Math or cybersecurity, 2+ years in cyber

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics or a Cybersecurity-related field.
• 2+ years of experience developing cyber concepts, systems, or analytics, with an understanding of systems engineering or operational planning.
• Experience developing software using Java/Kotlin, Python, C#, Rust, Go, JavaScript/TypeScript, C/C++, or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by start date and potential to obtain Top Secret clearance.
• US citizenship eligibility for access to classified information up to Top Secret.

Responsibilities

• Be mentored by top experts to learn the art and science of developing cyber capabilities.
• Work with sponsors and end users in defense or intelligence organizations to understand operational needs and identify requirements.
• Build mission-aligned capabilities.
• Develop novel approaches to solving cybersecurity challenges in operational environments.
• Explore promising new research areas and apply ideas to today's problems.
• Share approaches and methods with team members, APL management, and government decision makers.

Skills

Java/Kotlin/Python/C#/Rust/Go/Java/Ks/

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/Math or cybersecurity

Master's degree in CS/CE/Math or cybersecurity

Job description

Description

Are you passionate about enhancing the cyber resilience of critical systems?

Do you want the chance to push the boundaries of cyber defense?

Are you excited about working with others to solve some of the nation's toughest cyber challenges?

If so, we want you to join our team at APL's Capabilities Development Group (QCC)!

We work as a multi-disciplinary team of systems, cybersecurity, and software engineers, who enable mission resilience by developing novel tools. We leverage the latest threat intelligence along with cutting-edge cybersecurity trends, techniques and technologies to achieve an operational advantage for our sponsors.

As a member of our team you will...

• Be mentored by top experts to learn the art and science of developing cyber capabilities
• Work with sponsors and end users in defense or intelligence organizations to understand their operational needs and identify requirements
• Build mission-aligned capabilities
• Develop novel approaches to solving cybersecurity challenges in operational environments
• Explore promising new research areas and seek ways to apply ideas to today's problems
• Share approaches and methods with others team members, APL management, and government decision makers

Qualifications

You’ll meet our minimum qualifications if you...

• Possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics or a Cybersecurity-related field
• Possess 2+ years of experience developing cyber concepts, systems, or analytics, with an understanding of systems engineering or operational planning
• Have experience developing software using Java/Kotlin, Python, C#, Rust, Go, JavaScript/TypeScript, C/C++, or equivalent
• Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, good organizational skills, and the ability to work in teams
• Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret Clearance. If selected, you will be subjected to a government security investigation, and you should meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information up to the Top Secret level. Eligibility requirements include US citizenship

You’ll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you ...

• Possess a Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics or a Cybersecurity-related field
• Can apply software development skills to different domains and subject matters
• Have knowledge of AI/ML, Agentic AI, and/or AI-enabled cyber methodologies
• Have experience in DevSecOps, and/or network security and systems integrationHold an active Secret or Top Secret focus. etc. But I must fix closed. Wait I must retype entire list properly. Let's complete again.{