Graduate Cyber Engineer: Build Mission-Centric Cyber Tools

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, MD, is seeking interns and early career software/cyber talent to join its Capabilities Development Group (QCC). You will learn from experts while building cyber capabilities for defense and intelligence missions, guided by mission needs and threat intelligence.

Ideal candidates are graduating with a Bachelor's or Master’s in CS, CE, Math, or cybersecurity, with experience in Java/Kotlin, Python, C#/C++, Rust, Go,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's in CS, CE, Math, or cybersecurity-related field
• Experience developing software using Java/Kotlin, Python, C#, Rust, Go, JavaScript/TypeScript, C/C++, or equivalent
• Experience developing concepts, systems, or analytics with understanding of systems engineering or operational planning
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and teamwork abilities
• Eligible for Interim Secret clearance by start date with potential to obtain Top Secret clearance; US citizenship required

Responsibilities

• Be mentored by top experts to develop cyber capabilities
• Work with sponsors and end users to understand operational needs and identify requirements
• Build mission-aligned capabilities
• Develop novel approaches to cybersecurity challenges in operational environments
• Explore promising research areas and apply ideas to today’s problems
• Share approaches and methods with team members, management, and government decision makers

Skills

Java/Kotlin

Python

C/C++

JavaScript/TypeScript

Go

Rust

C#

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics or a Cybersecurity-related field

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, MD, is seeking interns and early career software/cyber talent to join its Capabilities Development Group (QCC). You will learn from experts while building cyber capabilities for defense and intelligence missions, guided by mission needs and threat intelligence.

Ideal candidates are graduating with a Bachelor's or Master’s in CS, CE, Math, or cybersecurity, with experience in Java/Kotlin, Python, C#/C++, Rust, Go,