2027 Graduate -Cybersecurity Software Engineer - Cyber Concepts

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory•Laurel, MD

About The Position

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory’s Cyber Concepts and Exploration group (QCE) seeks 2027 graduates passionate about software development, systems engineering, or cybersecurity. The role contributes to the mission of developing state-of-the-art technologies to address challenging cybersecurity problems relevant to national security. Team members may work on projects focused on formal methods, malware analysis, quantum computing, cryptography, or assured software development. The group offers opportunities to learn and network with experienced people across industry and academia, and to participate in team activities such as a yearly summer cookout and weekly board game nights.

Requirements

Graduating in 2027 with a bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a similar discipline.
Programming experience with Java, Python, C/C++, or another common programming language.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Interest in performing research and exploring new cyber and software concepts.
Ability to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance by the start date and ultimately obtain a Secret clearance.
U.S. citizenship, as required for eligibility for access to classified information.

Nice To Haves

Experience applying cybersecurity principles.
Strong software engineering skills and familiarity with version control systems.
Strong background in discrete mathematics or algorithms.
Experience with malware detection, formal methods, cryptography, or computer networks.
Experience with Rust, Docker, Ansible, AWS, Git, or Linux development.
Active DoD clearance.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the development of solutions to pressing cybersecurity problems.
Work on projects focused on formal methods, malware analysis, quantum computing, cryptography, or assured software development.
Research and explore new cyber and software concepts.