Cyber Capability Engineer Sr - Rapid Development

BAE Systems • Chantilly, VA

3d • $118,095 - $200,762

About The Position

This position is for an senior level experienced cyber engineer with rapid development CNO and CNE experience. Rapid development is a dynamic software development approach designed for speed and adaptability. Its flexible approach allows for quick prototyping, continuous feedback, and near instantaneous deployment, ensuring solutions align with the evolving operational needs. This method becomes indispensable for high- stakes missions requiring rapid adjustments and operational efficiency. Tactical teams performing incident response and computer network operations and exploitation (CNO/CNE) require development and engineering support focused on the rapid deployment of capabilities to address challenges in real-time. Teams are typically small, comprised of technically proficient government personnel and contract staff skilled in advanced digital forensics or cyber operations that adhere to applicable legal authorities and organizational policies. Support involves the setup, maintenance, and administration of systems or their components, while adhering to organizational security policies and procedures. The nature of this work may require long and odd service hours as well as domestic and international travel. As a senior level developer expectations include: Plans and leads major technology assignments. Evaluates performance results and recommends major changes affecting short-term project growth and success. Functions as a technical expert across multiple project assignments. May supervise others.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years' experience preferred. In absence of years of experience, certifications or past work may be used to show the level of experience needed to perform at this level.
• Possesses and applies a comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments.
• Reverse engineering across multiple architectures (x86/x64, ARM/ARM64, MIPS, and others as required)
• Static and dynamic analysis of malicious binaries and scripts
• Use of industry-standard tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, Binary Ninja, WinDbg, x64dbg, and related debuggers/disassemblers
• Analysis of obfuscated, packed, or encrypted code and development of unpacking/decryption routines
• Identification of malware functionality, persistence mechanisms, anti-analysis techniques, and command-and-control (C2) protocols
• Extraction of Indicators of Compromise (IOCs), YARA rules, and behavioral signatures for detection engineering
• Experience developing for multiple platforms including Windows, Linux, macOS, mobile (Android/iOS), and embedded/IoT systems
• Scripting and automation to support analysis, using languages such as Python, PowerShell, and Bash (additional experience in C/C++, Go, or Rust preferred)

Nice To Haves

• Additional experience in C/C++, Go, or Rust preferred.

Benefits

• At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees