Operational Cyber Researcher and Capabilities Engineer, Senior

Operational Cyber Researcher And Capabilities Engineer, Senior

Key Role:

Conducts testing and analysis to identify vulnerabilities and potential threat vectors into systems and networks, develops exploits, and engineers attack methodologies. Applies leading-edge principles, theories, and concepts and contributes to the development of new principles and concepts. Works on unusually complex problems and provides highly innovative solutions. Operates with substantial latitude for unreviewed action or decision. Mentors or supervises employees in both company and technical competencies.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience with conducting reverse engineering of binaries and malware, building, and testing operational prototypes
• Experience applying vulnerability research methods across code, binary analysis, and systems
• Experience with performing network analysis and design
• Knowledge of cyber threat actor TTPs and how they map to frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK
• Knowledge of exploitation techniques, including memory corruption, privilege escalation, persistence, or lateral movement
• Knowledge of programming or scripting languages, such as Python, C/C++, Java, or Assembly, and automation frameworks
• Top Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree

Additional Qualifications

• Experience with operating in mission or operational cyber environments, supporting law enforcement, DoD, or intelligence community investigations
• Experience with leading end-to-end vulnerability research projects
• Experience in directing and supervising personnel
• Knowledge of advanced programming languages, such as Rust, Go, or Assembly
• Knowledge of frameworks for performance-intensive or low-level exploitation
• Ability to operate with substantial autonomy in complex problem spaces and provide highly innovative solutions
• Ability to communicate technical findings to senior leadership, mission operators, and non-technical stakeholders in a clear, actionable way
• TS/SCI clearance
• PMP Certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

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Work Model

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• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.