Cyber Security Vulnerability Researcher

UIC Alaska • Patuxent River, MD

1d • $130,000 - $180,000

About The Position

Bowhead is seeking a Cyber Security Vulnerability Researcher for an upcoming effort in Patuxent River, Maryland. The role conducts advanced research into computer and information science, cyber threats, and adversarial offensive and defensive tools, techniques, and methods. It identifies system vulnerabilities and develops technical solutions to improve the security and resiliency of military weapons systems and supporting IT infrastructure. The position also serves as the functional team lead, coordinating and overseeing other team members’ work.

The role requires an advanced-level Navy Cybersecurity Workforce (CSWF) qualification, at least 10 years of relevant experience, and at least five additional years performing the specified functions in a DoD or other Government Agency platform/weapons systems or IT infrastructure environment. Candidates must hold an IAT Level III certification and a current Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. U.S. citizenship is required for Top Secret clearance at this location. The target salary is $130,000–$180,000, commensurate with experience; the stated range is a general guideline, and offers may account for factors including responsibilities, experience, education and training, skills, internal peer equity, market conditions, and business considerations.

Requirements

• Advanced-level Navy Cybersecurity Workforce (CSWF) qualification.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
• At least five additional years of experience performing the above functions in a DoD or other Government Agency platform/weapons systems or IT infrastructure environment.
• Demonstrated experience researching cyber threats, system vulnerabilities, and offensive and defensive cyber capabilities.
• IAT Level III certification.
• Must currently hold a Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• U.S. citizenship is required for Top Secret clearance at this location.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.
• Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically.

Responsibilities

• Research cyber threats and adversarial offensive and defensive 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed