Senior Application Developer with Security Clearance

Neural Solutions; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 204,000 - 247,000; Full time

Job summary

Neural Solutions in Columbia, MD seeks a Software Engineer with an emphasis on advanced security operations to join a multidisciplinary team. You will augment tools, analyze requirements, and build end-to-end solutions to support mission constraints.

Requirements include proficiency in C/C++/Python/Assembly, network protocol knowledge with Wireshark, and experience with Git/Subversion and Atlassian tools. TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance is required.

Qualifications

• 12 years of experience with a technical degree or 10+ years without a degree.
• Proficient in C/C++/Python/Assembly for software development.
• Experience with network protocols and analysis tools (TCP/IP, Wireshark).
• Experience supporting fielded software systems.
• Familiarity with Git and Subversion, Jira and Confluence.

Responsibilities

• Augment existing toolsets to meet mission requirements.
• Derive, document, and analyze system requirements.
• Develop end-to-end toolsets that operate within mission constraints.
• Participate in peer code reviews to reduce defects.
• Build prototypes to demonstrate understanding of mission needs.

Skills

C/C++/Python/Assembly

TCP/IP & Wireshark

Git/Subversion

Jira/Confluence

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical field

10+ years experience without degree

Tools

Git

Subversion

Wireshark

Job description

We are seeking a talented Software Engineer with expertise in advanced security operations to join our dynamic team. You will work closely with analysts, operators, data scientists, and other engineers to provide critical mission support.

Responsibilities:

• Augment existing toolsets.
• Derive, document, and analyze requirements.
• Produce end-to-end toolsets that can operate within mission constraints.
• Participate in peer code reviews to reduce defects.
• Build prototypes to demonstrate understanding of mission requirements.

Required Skills:

• Proficient in C/C++/Python/Assembly for software development and modification.
• In-depth knowledge of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP) and analysis tools like Wireshark.
• Provide support for fielded software systems.
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git and Subversion.
• Skillful in using Atlassian Tools (Jira, Confluence).

Nice to Have:

• Experience with reverse engineering on Windows or embedded platforms (RTOS).
• Familiarity with developing software for advanced security operations in Windows/Linux/Embedded applications.
• Skill in Java, JavaScript, Bash, PowerShell, Perl, C#, Rust.
• Background in vulnerability research and exploit development.
• Knowledge of end-to-end signals intelligence collection and analysis systems.

Experience Required: 12 years with Bachelor's degree in technical field, or 10 years without degree. Location: Columbia, MD. Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph required. Salary Range: $204,000 - $247,000