Leidos

Defensive Cyber Software Developer

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1 day ago
Lawton, OK, USAEntry Level
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Base Salary

$58k - $105k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Develop software and techniques to protect data and networks on tactical systems.
  • Develop capabilities for detecting, identifying, and potentially responding to attacks.
  • Collaborate with internal experts to develop technical solutions and analyze their impact on the end product or solution.
  • Research and develop signature- and behavior-based defensive techniques against adversarial attacks on tactical networks.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, cyber engineering, or a similar field.
  • Professional or nonprofessional development experience in C, C++, Rust, Go, or a similar compiled language.
  • Professional or nonprofessional experience with Python or another scripting language.
  • Basic understanding of networking protocols across all layers of the networking stack and network architecture.
  • Familiarity with Linux, including basic navigation and editing.
  • US citizenship is required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.
  • Ability to travel to customer sites up to 20% of the time.
  • Preferred: familiarity with Wireshark and basic cybersecurity concepts.
  • Preferred: familiarity with iterative software design processes and associated tooling such as Jira and Jenkins.
  • Preferred: certifications such as Network+, Security+, CySA+, or Linux.

Benefits

  • Full-time position based in Lawton, Oklahoma.
  • Travel to customer sites may be required for up to 20% of the time.
  • The role requires obtaining and maintaining a TS/SCI clearance.

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About Leidos

10,000+ employees

Leidos builds and operates technology and engineering solutions for defense, intelligence, civil, and health agencies, including systems integration, cyber, enterprise IT, sensors, and healthcare IT. It primarily sells through government contracts and long-term programs, plus managed services and mission software. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos is a Fortune 500 public company on the NYSE; customers include U.S. defense and intelligence agencies and civil bodies such as the FAA.

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