Senior Cyber Security Vulnerability Researcher (DoD/TS SCI)

Bowhead; Maryland; On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead seeks a Cyber Security Vulnerability Researcher to conduct advanced research into cyber threats and vulnerabilities, focusing on military weapons systems and IT infrastructure in Patuxent River, MD. The role emphasizes identifying system weaknesses and developing technical mitigations to enhance security and resiliency.

The candidate will lead a team, coordinate cross-functional work, and engage in ongoing cyber warfare R&D, testing, and evaluation, with a Top Secret clearance and SCI

Qualifications

• Advanced Navy CSWF qualification is required.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
• At least 5 additional years performing functions in a DoD/government platform/weapons system or IT infrastructure environment.
• Demonstrated experience researching cyber threats, system vulnerabilities, and offensive/defensive cyber capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Research cyber threats and adversarial tools, techniques, and methods.
• Identify and analyze vulnerabilities in computer hardware, software, and information systems.
• Develop mitigation solutions to address identified cyber vulnerabilities.
• Research and evaluate emerging cyber technologies and techniques.
• Support the development of defensive cyber capabilities and security solutions.
• Conduct technical research to address complex cybersecurity challenges.
• Support cyber warfare research, development, testing, and evaluation activities.
• Serve as the functional team lead, coordinating and overseeing the work of other team members.
• Track project progress and participate in project planning, resource allocation, and event coordination.

Education

Advanced Navy CSWF qualification

IAT Level III Certification

Job description

Bowhead seeks a Cyber Security Vulnerability Researcher to conduct advanced research into cyber threats and vulnerabilities, focusing on military weapons systems and IT infrastructure in Patuxent River, MD. The role emphasizes identifying system weaknesses and developing technical mitigations to enhance security and resiliency.

The candidate will lead a team, coordinate cross-functional work, and engage in ongoing cyber warfare R&D, testing, and evaluation, with a Top Secret clearance and SCI