Cyber Security Vulnerability Researcher

Bowhead • Patuxent River, MD

3d • $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, tracking project progress, and participating in project planning, resource allocation, and event coordination. The target salary is $130,000–$180,000, commensurate with experience. Candidates must currently hold a Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility. U.S. citizenship is required for Top Secret clearance at this location.

Requirements

• Advanced-level Navy Cybersecurity Workforce (CSWF) qualification.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
• At least 5 additional years of experience performing the described functions in a Department of Defense 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.

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