Junior Research Scientist - Security Engineering

Riverside Research Institute•Beavercreek, OH

3d•$60,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Riverside Research is seeking a dynamic, growth-focused junior-level research scientist to support research and development of advanced engineering security technologies. The role is part of the Secure and Resilient Systems group, which works to make systems secure by design using secure input handling, model-based systems engineering (MBSE), and open architectures. The research scientist will work with a diverse team developing security technologies for DoD systems, interface with government research organizations such as DARPA, IARPA, and service laboratories, and contribute to existing R&D contracts. The role includes developing software and systems using new and existing technologies, gaining hands-on experience with secure parsers, MBSE artifacts and tools, and other technologies for DoD partners, and contributing technical writing in the research area. The position also involves collaboration with team members across Riverside Research locations.

Requirements

A deep technical understanding of cybersecurity problems and solutions.
Prior experience with memory safety vulnerabilities.
Proficiency in C/C++ and Python.
Experience with version control, including Git.
Knowledge of data format construction and interest in exploring secure data formats.
Knowledge of networking protocols.
Self-driven, with strong analytical, inferencing, critical-thinking, and creative problem-solving skills.
Ability to obtain a clearance as needed.
U.S. citizenship is required for all Riverside Research opportunities.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Cybersecurity, and 0–2 years of relevant experience.
Experience with parser design and development.
Experience with MBSE tools.
A healthy balance between technical orientation and business acumen.
Ability to operate independently with limited supervision and feedback, and establish solid working relationships with technical staff and peers within and across Riverside Research.
Superior written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with one or more of network protocols, MBSE tools, secure input handling, and open architectures.

Responsibilities

Help the group design innovative parser and data protocol capabilities.
Assist in utilizing created and existing tools for DoD use cases.
Build new tools and capabilities in languages such as C/C++ and Python.
Contribute to whitepapers, proposals, and/or papers documenting innovative work.
Collaborate with team members on debugging programs, designing systems, and reviewing papers.
Participate in relevant internal and customer meetings.