Principal Cyber Engineer

Nightwing Intelligence Solutions, LLC; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Employee referral program

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

PTO

Holidays

Job summary

Nightwing is seeking a Principal Cyber Engineer for the CODEX division in Sterling, VA. You will join a team tackling advanced cyber challenges and developing native mobile applications on site at customer spaces.

The role requires a TS/SCI clearance and 5+ years' experience with C/C++ on Unix/Linux, familiarity with Hex-Rays and Ghidra, and collaboration on open-source projects like AOSP. Leadership and ARM64 knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• 5+ years in cyber tool development with C/C++ on Unix/Linux.
• Experience with Android or mobile platforms.
• Familiarity with Hex-Rays & Ghidra.
• Experience with large open-source projects (e.g. AOSP).
• Ability to lead tasks or small teams.

Responsibilities

• Solve crucial cyber challenges for end users at customer sites.
• Develop high-impact native mobile applications.
• Integrate reverse engineering results into development products.
• Collaborate across vulnerability research, reverse engineering, CNO/CNE.
• Support mission objectives and customer requirements.

Skills

C/C++ expertise

Android development

Unix/Linux development

Team leadership

AI agent delegation

Reverse engineering

Education

Technical degree (CS/EE or related)

Tools

Hex-Rays decompiler

Ghidra

Make/CMake

Git

Bitbucket

Bamboo

JIRA

Job description

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.Principal Cyber EngineerCyber Offense and Defense Experts (CODEX) is seeking a cyber engineer to join our team to solve crucial cyber challenges, working on site with our end users in their spaces. Applicants will join a team of highly-skilled developers building high-impact native applications for mobile devices, with continuous and meaningful feedback from users. Applicants are expected to integrate reverse engineering results into development products and expand their knowledge of the mobile platform to meet development objectives and customer requirements.The place of performance for this work is at a customer site in Sterling, Virginia.CODEX OverviewNightwing’s CODEX (Cyber Offense and Defense Experts) division brings together an elite team of mission-focused industry experts who are well known for their ability to overcome the most advanced technical challenges. The team comprises engineers of multiple disciplines including vulnerability research, reverse engineering, CNO/CNE development, hardware emulation, system engineering, and data analytics. Our engineers do more than just work with cutting-edge technology—they ensure missions succeed for our customers. CODEX offers its engineers the ability to advance their careers through mentorship, training, and an expansive technical portfolio that covers every side of cyber. If you want to be part of a collaborative team that supports challenging, meaningful work that is vital to our national security, apply today!Technical RequirementsCurrent TS/SCI clearance is requiredExperience developing for Android or another mobile platformAt least 5 years of experience Cyber Tool Development with C/C++ on Unix/Linux platforms using Make/CMake build systemsFamiliarity with static decompilers (e.g HexRays) & disassemblers (e.g. Ghidra)Experience developing against or working with large open-source projects (e.g. AOSP)Desired ExperienceTeam or task leadership experienceUnderstanding of CNE techniques and methodologies on Android and LinuxExperience with the ARM64/ARM32 Architecture or other similar platformExperience with AI agent task delegation and output evaluationFamiliarity with Atlassian products (Bitbucket, Bamboo, JIRA, etc.)Familiarity with version control software such as gitReverse engineering ARM binariesDeveloping proof-of-concept exploit softwareEducation RequirementsRequires a degree in a technical disciplineSecurity ClearanceCurrent TS/SCI clearance is requiredThis position is not relocation eligible, but a signing bonus may be an option for the sufficiently qualified candidate.ERIP Eligibility - This requisition is eligible for an employee referral award. ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the referral award.#CODEXAt Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.Salary & BenefitsThe salary associated with this position ($99,000-$206,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.