Description The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Security Operations Center (SOC) is a U.S. Government program responsible to prevent, identify, contain and eradicate cyber threats to CBP networks through monitoring, intrusion detection and protective security services to CBP information systems including local area networks/wide area networks (LAN/WAN), commercial internet connection, public facing websites, wireless, mobile/cellular, cloud, security devices, servers and workstations. The CBP SOC is responsible for theoverall security of CBP enterprise-wide information systems, and collects, investigates, and reports any suspected and confirmed security violations.Leidos is seeking an experienced Cyber Countermeasures Engineer to join our team. As a member of this highly technical team supportingU.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), you will play a crucial role in defending against cyber threats and will perform in-depth technical analysis of network and endpoint logs & activity, direct and track enterprise countermeasure actions,implement countermeasures across a broad spectrum of network and host based tools, and assess/validate the efficacy of countermeasure deployment in support of the protection of the customers’ systems, networks, and assets.Primary Responsibilities:Directing, tracking, and implementing enterprise wide countermeasures across a wide spectrum of endpoint, network, and cloud based tools.Assessing, validating, and ensuring deployment and continuous efficacy of deployed countermeasures in the environment.Create, recommend, and assist with development of new security content as the result of coordination with other teams, to include signatures, alerts, workflows, and automation.Develop new processes, procedures, and playbooks for countermeasure implementation as new technologies are deployed in the environment.Understand intrusion sets, TTPs, and threat actors to better tailor countermeasure deployment across the enterprise.Responsible for maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the cyber threat landscape, including identifying and analyzing new tools and processes for countermeasure deployment to enhance cybersecurity posture of the organization’s IT operating environment.Coordinate with various other teams and stakeholdersto maintain their situational awareness of countermeasure deployment.Collect and report metrics surrounding countermeasure deployment on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis.Assess, analyze, and effectively communicate risks associated with various types of countermeasures and their deployment in the environment.Coordinate with different teams to improve threat detection, response, and improve overall security posture of the Enterprise.Proactively and iteratively search through systems and networks to detect advanced threats and escalate as necessary, or recommend countermeasures for implementation.Analyze host, network, and application logs in addition to malware and code.Will be responsible for developing scripts to support cyber threat detection that outputs results in a variety of formats, such as VB scripts, Python, C++, HTML, XML or other type most appropriate for the task.Produce high quality technical and non-technical reports with minimal supervision and emphasis on effective/accurate reporting.Will be responsible for:Implementing countermeasure recommendations from various teams across a wide array of EDR, DLP, mobile, and network based tools.Maintain leadership situational awareness of current countermeasures, metrics, and capabilities/risks of various countermeasures.Develop new processes, procedures, and playbooks surrounding the implementation of new techologies as they are deployed in the environment and the capabilities/limitations of the tools.Create daily, weekly, and monthly reports and metrics for products and briefings.Process technical data from various sources and recommend countermeasures for implementation on various tools.Responsible for the maintaining and actioning the full lifecycle of countermeasures across a broad array of endpoint, network, and cloud based technologies/tools.Basic Qualifications:Possess a minimum of four (4) years of professional experience in incident detection and response, malware analysis, or cyber forensics.Have a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field with three (3) years of experience in incident detection and response, malware analysis, or cyber forensics.Experience with various host, network, cloud, email, and mobile based technologies and tools related to detections and countermeasures.Have 2+ years recent experience with host-based and network-based security monitoring using cybersecurity capabilities.Must be experienced developing scripts to support cyber threat detection that outputs results in a variety of formats, such as VB scripts, Python, C++, HTML, XML or other.Established experience with incident response and SIEM tools, host-based logs, network-based logs, and regex.Ability to work independently with minimal direction; self-starter/self-motivated.Required certifications:The candidate should have at minimum ONE of the following certifications:CompTIA Cyber Security Analyst (CySA+)CompTIA Linux Network Professional (CLNP)CompTIA Pentest+CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)GPEN – Penetration TesterGWAPT – Web Application Penetration TesterGSNA – System andNetwork AuditorGISF – SecurityFundamentalsGXPN – Exploit Researcher and Advanced PenetrationTesterGWEB – Web Application DefenderGNFA – Network ForensicAnalystGMON – Continuous Monitoring CertificationGCTI – Cyber Threat IntelligenceGOSI – Open Source IntelligenceOSCP (CertifiedProfessional)OSCE (Certified Expert)OSWP (WirelessProfessional)OSEE (Exploitation Expert)CCFP – Certified Cyber Forensics ProfessionalCISSP – Certified Information SystemsSecurityCEH – Certified EthicalHackerCHFI – Computer Hacking Forensic InvestigatorLPT – Licensed PenetrationTesterCSA – EC Council Certified SOC Analyst (Previously ECSA – EC-Council Certified Security Analyst)ENSA – EC-Council Network Security AdministratorECIH – EC-Council Certified Incident HandlerECSS – EC-Council Certified Security SpecialistECES – EC-Council Certified Encryption SpecialistPreferred Qualifications:A minimum of five (5) years of hands-on experience with experience in the last two (2) years that includes host-based and network-based security monitoring using cybersecurity capabilities.Previous DOD, IC or Law Enforcement Intelligence or Counterintelligence Training/ExperienceDemonstrated experience implementing countermeasures across a broad array of endpoint, network, and cloud based technologies/tools.Understanding of complex Enterprise networks to include routing, switching, firewalls, proxies, load balancers, and tools such as EDR, DLP, and Mobile Threat Detection.Working knowledge of common (HTTP, DNS, SMB, etc) networking protocolsFamiliarity with operation of both Windows and Linux based systems.Proficient with scripting languages such as Python or PowerShellFamiliarity with Splunk Search Processing Language (SPL) and/or Elastic Domain Specific Language (DSL)Clearance:All Department of Homeland Security CBP SOC employees are required to favorably pass a 5-year (BI) Background InvestigationOriginal Posting Date:2024-04-01While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $81,250.00 - $146,875.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

DescriptionAre you passionate about collaborating with a diverse team of experts to tackle the most pressing challenges in autonomous systems Do you desire a dynamic and collaborative environment and thrive on the challenge of solving complex problems at the intersection of AI and robotics If you're passionate about shaping the future of autonomy, we invite you to be part of our journey!We're looking for an inventive Autonomous Systems Engineer to join our Imaging Systems Group, where your creativity becomes the backbone of projects that enhance future operational capabilities, safeguard our Nation's security, and pioneer the next wave of technological evolution.As a member of our team, you will:Research, evaluate, and integrate innovative algorithms and technologies for perception, planning, and control.Lead the design, development, and implementation of autonomous systems solutions from concept to deployment.Engage in the fabrication, assembly, and integration of subsystems, ensuring robust autonomous functionalities.Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers, encouraging a culture of innovation and excellence within the team. QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or field related to the job duties as described aboveAt least 3 years relevant experience in autonomy and embedded system development.Have experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS), embedded systems development, and hardware/software co-design for resource-constrained platforms.Are proficient in programming languages such as but not limited to Python, C++, Java, and experience with the ROS, as well as experience with software development tools and libraries.Demonstrate excellence in written and verbal communication skills, with a commitment to contributing to an inclusive and diverse workplace.Have familiarity with common sensor technologies and data processing techniques used in autonomous systems, such as point cloud processing, SLAM, and object detection/tracking.Are able to obtain a Secret security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...Possess a Master's degree in artificial intelligence and/or at least 8 years relevant experience in autonomy and embedded system development.Have experience with UxS control systems (e.g., ArduPilot, Betaflight, PX4) and working knowledge of UxS architectures, flight-critical software, and aircraft performance.Are proficient in languages for System-on-Module (SoM) platforms (e.g., C++ and Python), with a strong grasp of algorithms and data structures.Have experience with sensor technologies commonly used in autonomous systems, such as LiDAR, cameras, IMUs, GPS, and RADAR, including sensor calibration, data fusion, and sensor fusion algorithms.Are familiarwith path planning algorithms (e.g., Dijkstra, A) and a proactive approach to problem-solving.Currently possess an Active Department of Defense Secret security clearance with ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.Why work at APL The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities athttp://www.jhuapl.edu/careers. About UsAPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

PERKS:A Relocation package may be available for this position Imagine a world-class engineering environment. Now add a team of exceptional talent along with technologies that are so advanced they're often classified. that's what you'll find at General Dynamics Information Technology. Here you'll lead amazing engineers as they invent the technologies, products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. If you want the chance to lead, it's time to bring your talent to General Dynamics Information Technology.We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customer's missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.With your proficiency in grasping and applying new information quickly, the Advanced Reverse Engineer will analyze, decompose, disassemble code, perform static code analysis, kernel-level debugging, and debug and modify software. Programming in both C and assembly language, we'll rely on you to be involved in Protocol Analysis, Vulnerability Assessment, Security Research, Rapid Prototyping of proof of concept capabilities. you'll conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing utilizing reverse engineering techniques. you'll also contribute to the design, development and implementation of countermeasures, system integration, and tools specific to Cyber and Information Operations.What you'll experience:- Technologies that aren't just top-notch, they're often top-secret- A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what's next- Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it's discoveredWhat you bring to the table:- Fully proficient knowledge of operating system fundamentals (interrupts, threading, virtual memory, device drivers) and internals (memory layouts and management, binary file formats)- Fully proficient knowledge in low-level programming of device drivers in a Unix, Linux, or Windows environmentWhat sets you apart:- Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task- Consistently displays high performance attributes- Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success6 years experience in three (3) or more of the following:- Developing embedded software systems in assembly C, C++, or Java- Developing embedded software systems for Unix, Linux, Windows, VxWorks, JunOS, or vendor-proprietary operating systems- Experience with operating system internals for Unix, Linux, Windows, VxWorks, JunOS, or vendor-proprietary operating systems- Reverse engineering and analysis of software- Low-level programming of device drivers in a Unix, Linux, or Windows environment- Bit-level data analysis- Systems engineering of large scale embedded systems#CJ3#SWDevPolyMD #GDPolyWork Requirements.cls-1{fill:none;stroke:#5b6670;stroke-miterlimit:10;stroke-width:2px} Years of Experience 3 + years of related experience* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree.cls-2{fill:none;stroke:#5b6670;stroke-miterlimit:10;stroke-width:2px} CertificationTravel Required None.cls-3{fill:none;stroke:#5d666f;stroke-miterlimit:10} Citizenship U.S. Citizenship RequiredSalary and Benefit Information The likely salary range for this position is $221,000 - $299,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. View information about benefits and our total rewards program. About Our WorkWe are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology. GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Description The Multi-Domain Solutions Division at Leidos currently has an opening for a Senior Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to work in our Reston, VA or Alexandria, VA office. Ability to work in Northern Virginia is preferred. Candidate working from remote locations will also be considered. This position is contingent upon contract award.Primary Responsibilities:Provide program Cybersecurity leadership for Leidos’ ABMS DI Network Management Activities.Help develop and maintain Risk Management Framework package for accreditation of the DI Network.Provide Cyber Support for the DI Network Mission, Test, Training, and Planning Systems associated with the implementations and maintenance of the fielded systems.Plan, conduct, and manage the DI Network using the DoD RMF in accordance with applicable documents, Government templates, and Common Control Packages developed by the ABMS Consortium.Obtain and maintain ATOs, ATCs, and ISAs as necessary to sustain DI Network operations, training/exercises, and testing as required.Maintain POA&Ms and progress tracking in accordance with applicable documents, Government templates, and Government timelines.Interface with Air Force, Industry (including University Affiliated Research Centers (UARCs), Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs), Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS)), and other performers to ensure ABMS DI network requirements and operational objectives are met.Facilitate technical and programmatic information exchange in support of ABMS DI Network objectives.Participate in Working Groups and IPTs, informal and formal technical interchanges, and formal reviews.Basic Qualifications:BS degree and 12+ years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 10+ years of prior relevant experience.Demonstrated experience in cybersecurity management, including achieving and maintaining a system ATO via the RMF process.Must achieve and maintain a DoD-Approved Baseline IAM Level III and/or IASAE III certification within 6 calendar months of assignment to the ABMS DI Network Manager in accordance with DoDD 8140 and DoD 8570.01-M.10 years of experience in security management of a Government network, with at least 5 of the 10 years associated with the security management of: (1) NIST FIPS-199 Moderate or High systems; or (2) National Security Systems as defined in NIST Special Publication (SP) 800-59.Strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with customer representatives, domain experts, and other systems engineers in the development of complex systems.Demonstrated ability to participate in cross-functional planning, coordination, and task execution involving the full spectrum of system integration activities.Ability to work well with people from many different disciplines with varying degrees of technical experience.Familiarity with security of Cloud and Edge Computing, Networks, Tactical Communications, Data Management, Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, and C4ISR systems integration.Demonstrated experience with Agile program execution and using agile tools (e.g. Jira and Confluence).Must be U.S. Citizen.Clearance Required:Must possess a minimum of a Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.Preferred Qualifications:Prior experience working on JADC2 initiativesMBSE -based security design.Prior experience supporting Department of the Air Force programs.Previous experience working on complex multi-domain systems including cross domain solutions.Experience with large weapons systems and command and control platforms across the DoD portfolio.Original Posting Date:2024-04-25While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $122,200.00 - $220,900.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

DescriptionAre you passionate about Space Do you enjoy enabling scientific missions that explore our solar system Are you looking for meaningful work where you apply engineering skills to real-life space flight engineering challenges If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!We are seeking a Senior Contamination Control Engineer to help us ensure that space flight hardware meets contamination requirements to enable mission success. As a member of our Space Environmental Effects Engineering group, you will join a hardworking team of engineers and scientists who work to ensure that APL’s spacecraft and space instruments survive in, operate through, and collect accurate scientific data of the space environments they encounter. We are passionate about our team's engineering contributions to space exploration in a collaborative and inclusive environment. We value a hands-on approach as well as problem-solving and communication skills.As a Senior Contamination Control Engineer, you will contribute to a range of contamination engineering activities, including:Developing contamination requirements and contamination control plansFormulating contamination susceptibility analyses and contamination budgets and recommending mitigation strategiesConducting outgassing and material analysisProviding technical guidance to contamination and related processes including thermal vacuum test, precision cleaning, cleanliness verification, flight hardware handling, spacecraft integration and test, and spacecraft launch activities in order to meet mission goalsSupporting verification of contamination requirements QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...Have a Bachelor of Science in Physics, Materials Engineering, or a related science/engineering field.Have at least 10 years of experience in Contamination Engineering for space flight programs, including mission formulation through launch readiness.Have experience in particulate and molecular sampling for analysis in accordance with industry standards such as IEST-STDCC1246E and are familiar with ISO-14644 cleanroom certifications standards.Have extensive domain knowledge of vacuum bakeout, outgassing testing, precision cleaning, and cleanliness verification processes on spaceflight hardware.Have experience with vacuum and pumping systems and associated measurement equipment, including Quartz Crystal Microbalance (QCM) and Residual Gas Analyzer (RGA), as well as vacuum testing procedures such as MSFC-SPEC-1238, ASTM E595, and ASTM E1559.Willing to travel occassionally.Are able to obtain a TS/SCI+poly security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...Have at least a Master’s degree in Physics, Materials Engineering, or a related science/engineering field.Have experience in performing contamination transport analysis and modeling for complex geometries.Hold an active [Secret or Top Secret] security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.Why work at APL The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities athttp://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.#LI-KW1 About UsAPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

Description Infrastructure Engineer L3Are you ready to work on projects that can potentially change the world Join us at Leidos, where your most important work is ahead! You will enjoy great benefits such as 5 weeks of Paid Time Off, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Education and Training Support and more! If this sounds like the kind of place where you can thrive, keep reading!The Leidos Intelligence Group has a career opportunity for a SIGDEV Analyst in the Ft. Meade area, MD.Program SummaryLeidos is a preferred subcontractor on a newly-awarded, large, multi-year contract that develops, integrates deploys, and sustains large collection systems. The work is extremely important to the government and offers its team members the opportunity to work autonomously and explore new technologies. We provide exceptional service to our customer in an area in which we have deep incumbent knowledge.Significant requirements include Mission Management, Operations, and Sustainment activities, as well as software engineering for specific mission sets. The team will provide 24x7x365 support to multiple Operations Teams and will feature 1st/2nd/3rd Party Partner Engagement.Job SummaryThe Senior Infrastructure Engineer will implement, maintain, and enhance complex and diverse infrastructure systems (e.g. multi-purpose hosting, virtualized environments, big data analytic systems, cloud environments, real-time systems, business management information systems, logging and monitoring systems, hardware, active directory, Linux/Unix- Windows- or OSx-based, storage area networks (SAN), LAN and WAN networking, and other infrastructure-related components) based upon documented requirements. Works individually or as part of a team. Review and test infrastructure components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. Resolves reported system issues. Utilizes infrastructure engineering and design methodologies appropriate to the development/test/production environment. Provides specific input to the component system design to include hardware/software trade-offs, system reuses, use of Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS)/Government Off-The- Shelf (GOTS), and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual system components with particular emphasis on complex networking topics.The Level 3 Infrastructure Engineer shall possess the following capabilities:Dataflow experience within the last 5 years.System integration, system administration, or network engineering experience.Development of sections of IT and telecommunication system manuals and standard operating procedures.IT and telecommunication projects in at least (4) four of the following areas:Windows or Linux server system administration (e.g., 2K3, 2K8, 7, 10, various Linux flavors),Integrating GOTS/COTS/open-source solutions,Virtualization technology experience (e.g., VMWare, Zen, Citrix, KVM), networking and TCP/IP protocols (e.g., CISCO, Juniper),Storage technologies (e.g., SAN, NAS, Fiber Channel, iSCSI, NFS),Remote access (e.g., Juniper SSL VPN), or other IT infrastructure technologies.Ability to work complex projects as a senior contributor and as part of an integrated product team.Strong communication skills and experience working directly with customers.Ability to supervise Infrastructure projects in diverse areas such as system engineering, system integration, development and operations, project execution and quality oversight, resource identification and allocation, financial tracking and reporting.Ability to supervise Infrastructure Engineers and other contract personnel in meeting Government requirements.Ability to provide solicited and unsolicited advice to appropriate Government personnel to maintain, optimize, and upgrade IT and telecommunication infrastructure to meet evolving government requirements.Required QualificationsA Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science or a related disciplineTwelve (12) years experience in Infrastructure EngineeringAn additional four (4) years of infrastructure experience on projects with similar engineering processes may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree.Dataflow experience within the last 5 yearsAt least one technical certification in any of the following:systems engineering (e.g., INCOSE)information security (e.g., CISSP)networking (e.g., CCNA)system administration (e.g., RHCE, MCSE)virtualization (e.g., VCP)information technology systems management (e.g., ITIL)project management (e.g., PMP, Agile)other IT related domainsTS/SCI with polygraph clearancePreferred QualificationsExperience in one or more of the following networking topics is preferred:Network troubleshooting of complex issues, such as IPSec, VXLan, FWs, Load Balancing and DNSVirtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and thin client architecturesSecurity administration to include enterprise antivirus, malware detection, intrusion detection and audit solutions.Open Source tools, such as SnortCloud technologies, such as OpenStack, Hadoop, and ClouderaAmazon Web Services platforms and solutionsPay Range:Pay Range $122,200.00 - $220,900.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

DescriptionAre you passionate about making impactful technical contributions to critical national security cyber challenges Do you love researching the hardest cyber security problems and collaborating with outstanding software reverse engineers and developers to build jaw-dropping proof-of-concept capabilities Do you have experience crafting exploits on embedded systems If so, we 're looking for someone like you to join our innovative team at APL!We are seeking a creative engineer to find vulnerabilities in embedded systems before our adversaries do. Our team specializes in hardware and software reverse engineering, vulnerability research, and developing proof-of-concept offensive cyber capabilities with a focus on embedded systems. We have custom facilities tailored to specific classes of systems including vehicles, telecommunications/network infrastructure, and industrial systems as well as general reverse engineering labs. We strive to foster an innovative and collaborative team environment where engineers can hack the latest technologies to understand how they work and how to break them.As a member of our group, you will...Reverse engineer and exploit embedded systemsJoin forces with APL team members to identify vulnerabilities or security weaknesses stemming from publicly disclosed vulnerabilities or previously unknown vulnerabilitiesBuild innovative and mission-aligned proof-of-concept capabilities that can be deployed within operational constraintsExplore advanced techniques for automating embedded system software analysis and reverse engineeringPropose ground-breaking ideas for internal and external funding opportunitiesCirculate knowledge by clearly articulating ideas through papers and presentations to team members, APL management, and government decision makersWe are looking for team members that have attained a degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical degree. QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you have...Proficiency with software debuggers and static analysis tools (IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, Ghidra, etc.)Expertise with one or more programming languages including C/C++ and PythonFamiliarity with Unix/Linux operating systems and embedded systems development toolchainsExperience reading or writing assembly (x86/x64, Arm, PowerPC, MIPS, or others)A Master's degree with at least 1 year of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree with at least 3 years of relevant experienceHold an active Secret security clearance and the ability to obtain a TS/SCI with polygraph clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship You 'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you ...Are an expert with advanced vulnerability discovery tools (e.g., symbolic execution)Have experience with debugging interfaces (e.g., JTAG, SWD, etc.), code security mechanisms and their weaknesses, hardware diagnostic tools, and signal/protocol analysis (e.g., RS232, Serial, CAN, etc.)Previously held dynamic technical leadership rolesPossess an active TS/SCI clearance with full scope polygraphWhy work at APL The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.#LI-AG1 About UsAPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

Description Are you ready for a rewarding career challenge Unleash your potential at Leidos, where we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customer’s success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.If this sounds like an environment where you can thrive, keep reading!Are you an experiencedSenior Cyber Range Engineerlooking for a new challenge Join our team supporting the cutting-edge Cyber TRIDENT Program and make an impact by guiding the definition, implementation, and delivery of capability focused on Cyber Training systems. As a key player in our team, you will leverage your skills to provide expertise in large scale cyber exercises and multi-spectrum cyber operations. Don't miss the opportunity to take your career to the next level and be part of an innovative and dynamic environment. Apply now!Your greatest work is ahead!The Mission The Leidos National Security Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for National Security include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. From scanning for illicit material at ports and borders to predicting future events and instability up to five years in advance, our products help customers make the world safer. To explore and learn more, click here!Are you ready to join a team dedicated to a mission Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career - share your resume with us today!Primary ResponsibilitiesYour Main Objective:Responsible for operational planning in support of training, exercises, operations, and coordination of integrated cyber operations.Support large scale cyber exercises and multi-spectrum cyber operations, both defensive and offensive activities.Work with cyber operators and provide cyber range expertise to enable DCO and OCO operations for Cyber Command.Translate cyber mission force training and mission rehearsal goals into actionable event environments.Support the design and execution of cyber range training events.Provide expertise in architecture, virtual environments, networking, authentication, and system security.Coach and review the work of lower-level technical staff.Focus on continuous process improvement across the training event activities.Work with stakeholders (customer, users, developers, vendors) on requirement changes that impact the training environment.Basic QualificationsWhat Sets You Apart:Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or similar, and eight (8) or more years of experience in a relevant field. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree.Experience with or knowledge of the 5 stages of joint event life cycle (JETC) as it applies to training events.Experience with Linux and Windows, network administration, and networking protocols/functions (e.g., HTTP, HTTPS, SSL/TLS, SMTP, DNS).Experience with MS Active Directory and VMWare.Experience with security monitoring platforms, such as Security Onion or Splunk.Worked with Red Hat Identity Management (IdM) and Single Sign-On (SSO) technologies.Experience with commercial cloud infrastructure deployment environments such as AWS and Azure.Self-starter who can work independently in a fast-paced environment while working effectively with engineers and customers.Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and requirements from stakeholders.Must have minimum Secret level clearance and ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.Possess a DoD 8570 certification, such as Security+, CCNA, CISSP or other equivalent.Preferred QualificationsYou Might Also Have: Experience with MS Exchange and Edge Transport servers.Knowledge of routing protocols, such as BGP & OSPF, and route maps.Experience with DNS servers to include queries, mail exchange and name records.Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to interface with customers, leadership, and teammates.Four or more years of experience with cyber training and cyber operations.At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We inspire our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you – apply today!Original Posting Date:2024-04-10While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $101,400.00 - $183,300.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

DescriptionDo you want to make critical contributions to how the US Navy performs Offensive Surface Warfare (OSuW) Are you excited to understand how some of the world 's most advanced military defense systems operate If so, we are looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.We are seeking a highly technical senior systems engineer and specialist in system-of-systems (SoS) integration to support design and T&E (testing and evaluation) of combat systems on surface combatants. The ideal candidate would demonstrate a deep understanding of systems engineering, including standard processes for complex integrations. Through continuous learning opportunities and access to world-renowned experts, we will help you strengthen your ability as an authority in addressing integration challenges between combat systems, hypersonic weapons systems, standard missiles, and sophisticated radar systems. You will be joining a team passionate about continuous improvement, innovation, and collaboration, with opportunity to be an authority in solving challenges of national importance by fielding and improving the next generation of combat systems for the fleet.Apply if you...Have a strategic, tactical, and analytical mind and are motivated to learn and pioneer new concepts in the surface warfare domain.Want to be a key systems engineer and domain specialist in the systems of system integration of groundbreaking weapons' systems for Aegis and Zumwalt class ships.Are a self-starter having demonstrated the capability to work in a small team under only general supervision from the technical lead. Attention to detail, innovative thinking, and some understanding of surface warfare and strike warfare are desirable.Want to join a highly motivated and agile systems engineering team solving complex systems of systems (SoS) integration problems for the U.S. Navy's ground breaking programs.As a Senior Weapon System Integrator, you will:Apply your past experience in solving complex systems-of-systems integration problems for the U.S. Navy’s ground breaking programs including Zumwalt, AEGIS, and Ship Self Defense System (SSDS) in a high tempo, quickly advancing environment.Be an authority on the command and control (C2) element as it applies to the surface warfare domain, understanding data flows, logical implementation, and interfaces that enable new kill-chains.Conduct deep, highly technical analysis to address critical System of System (SoS) integration challenges and lead design work to solve emerging challengesGenerate systems engineering products such as performance specifications, requirements, trade study reports, CONOPS, test and evaluation management plans, test plans and procedures, test schedules, and data collection plans to support both lab-based and shipboard live fire testing.Prepare for and participate in technical interchange meetings, providing technical insight to contractor, government agency, and research laboratory participants.Lead collaboration with multi-agency partners to develop, review, and validate robustness of new processes and logic for combat systems capabilities.Serve as a technical trusted agent to government sponsors, providing technical recommendations and guidance to acquisition decisions. QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...Have a B.S. in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Applied Math or equivalent technical fieldHave 7+ years of applied technical experience in Systems EngineeringHave 3+ years of direct workable experience in complex SoS engineering and integration, developing requirements, specifications, or interface documentation.Have 2+ years of experience in successfully leading a team of engineers.Are able to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writingAre willing and able to travel up to 10% of the time, as needed.Have the ability to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance and ultimately a Secret clearance. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. CitizenshipYou'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...Have an M.S. or Ph.D. in Engineering or a related technical fieldHave 7+ years of relevant deep technical experience in Systems Engineering and are proficient with standard processes in Model Based Systems EngineeringHave experience working in the Precision Strike domain, are familiar with Tomahawk Land Attack Missile (TLAM), Tomahawk Strike Network (TSN), Mission Planning, or hypersonic weapon systemsBasic understanding kill chain of precision strike or anti-air warfareHave experience with Link-16, Common Data Link (CDL),or Cooperative Engagement Capability (CEC), unmanned surface vehiclesHave workable technical experience with surface combat systems and end-to-end weapon engagement, weapon supportDemonstrate superior initiative, energy, and organizational skillsHave an active Top Secret or above security clearance.Why work at APL The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers. About UsAPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

Description Leidos is looking for a Senior System Security Engineer to join a high performing agile team using the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodology to support a large, complex, fast-paced program. Program execution follows DEVOPS best practices and employs robust development, test, and production environments. Our team of security engineers support enhancements to system security architecture and cyber security capabilities; manage multiple system security plans for development, test and production systems at multiple classification levels following the Risk Management Framework (RMF); manage cross domain capabilities; and support Security Verification Testing (SVT) of relevant Type 1 devices. Leidos is the prime contractor providing system engineering, development, test, integration, and operational support. This new program is focused on injecting new technology and adding advanced capabilities while continuing to support an on-going mission and operational system.Job Summary:A Senior Security Engineer is needed to provide support for adding new capabilities to a complex system with exacting interface, performance, and security requirements. The selected individual will become part of a team of Security Engineers working on solving challenging issues on a large, significant program. The position requires a solid understanding of security practices and policies as well as hands-on vulnerability testing experience. The selected individual will collaborate with other engineers and technical experts in providing improvements to our operational, test, integration, and development systems.Primary Responsibilities:The selected candidate will have numerous responsibilities from day to day drawn from a wide array of activities. The strongest candidates will have experience working in these areas:Validating and verifying system security requirements and establishing system security designs for large-scale systems, major system elements, and interfacing systems that are part of a large complex network environment with geographically distributed components.Identifying and implementing appropriate information security architectures and functionality to ensure uniform application of security policy and enterprise solutions.Recommending and developing technical solutions, products, and standards based on current and desired system security architecture.Assessing and mitigating system security threats and risks throughout the program life cycle.Leading and/or contributing to the security planning, assessment, risk analysis, risk management, certification and awareness activities for various system and networking operations.Effectively collaborating with other internal technical experts on a day-to-day basis.Communicating with Program Managers and POCs from customer organizations when necessary, regarding Security issues of significant importance.Participating in program increment planning and related agile team activities.Working closely with System Engineering, Test Engineering, and Integration teams to ensure that the hardware and software architecture and implementation meets the security requirements for processing classified information.Analyzing and assessing system implementation against multiple security compliance policies and recommending and implementing enhancements.Evaluating the impact of new development on the operational security posture of the system.Evaluating, reviewing, and testing security-critical software.Proposing, assessing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies.Auditing and assessing system security configuration settings using common methodologies and tools.Managing and enforcing security strategies and policies that effect various components of the geographically distributed systems.Evaluating security solutions to ensure they meet customer specified requirements for processing classified information.Providing configuration management for security-relevant information system software.Serving as a subject matter expert in security architecture to include providing advice to Program Managers, Customer technical experts, and internal program teams.Formulating security compliance requirements for new system features.Identifying and remediating security issues throughout the system.Supporting risk assessment, risk management, security control assessment, continuous monitoring, service design, and other IA program support functions.Working with development teams to enrich team-wide understanding of different types of vulnerabilities, attack vectors and remediation approaches.Planning and conducting security verification testing of relevant type 1 devices.Security Clearance requirement:Candidates must possess an active TS/SCI with polygraph to be considered for this role.Basic Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Assurance, Information Security System Engineering, or related discipline and at least twelve (12) years of relevant experience. Additional experience may be substituted for a Degree.DoD 8570 compliance with IASAE Level 3 is required.Must have Computer Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certification.Must have experience applying Risk Management Framework.Must have experience formulating and assessing IT security policy.Must have demonstrated knowledge of and experience with common security tools, such as Nessus, NMAP and Wireshark hardware/software security implementation, communication protocol, encryption techniques/tools, and web services.Must have experience with secure configurations of commonly used desktop and server operating systems.Must be comfortable working on multiple systems and components simultaneously in various configurations.Must have strong verbal and written communications skills.Must be committed to adopting and adhering to best practices.Must be able to effectively plan and prioritize tasking and communicate clearly regarding technical options and trade-offs.Must be capable of performing high quality work both independently and with a team in a fast-moving environment.Preferred Qualifications:Five (5) years of experience with Defense in Depth Principals/technology (including access control, authorization, identification and authentication, public key infrastructure, network and enterprise security architecture) and applying risk assessment methodology to system development.Experience developing/implementing integrated security services management processes, such as assessing and auditing network penetration testing, anti-virus planning assistance, risk analysis, and incident response.Experience providing information assurance support for application development that includes system security certifications and project evaluations for firewalls that encompass the development, design, and implementation.Experience with penetration testing tools.Experience with scripting languages.CSSKEYCONMDcareers.leidos.com/CONMDOriginal Posting Date:2024-03-25While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $122,200.00 - $220,900.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

DescriptionAre you a creative engineer with natural curiosity who wants to understand how things work Do you love finding vulnerabilities and teaming with outstanding reverse engineers Are you passionate about national security cyber challenges If so, we want you to join our team at APL! Our team of world-class reverse engineers is growing! We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic engineers who want to learn, want to collaborate, and love to hack anything.Our team specializes in software and hardware reverse engineering, vulnerability research, and developing proof-of-concept offensive cyber capabilities with a focus on embedded systems. We have custom facilities tailored to specific classes of systems including vehicles, telecommunications/network infrastructure, and industrial systems as well as general reverse engineering labs. As a member of our group, you willReverse engineer embedded systemsDevelop exploits and build mission-aligned proof-of-concept capabilitiesExplore novel techniques for automating reverse engineering and exploit developmentStretch your reverse engineering skills by working with top expertsPropose new ideas for internal and external funding opportunitiesShare knowledge by clearly articulating ideas through papers and presentations to team members, APL management, and government decision makers QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...Have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related fieldHave at least 1 year of relevant experienceAre experienced with software debuggers and static analysis toolsAre proficient with one or more programming languagesAre familiar with assemblyUnderstand Unix/Linux operating systemsLove solving puzzles and have experience persevering through technical challengesAre able to obtain Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain TS/SCI+poly level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...Have demonstrated leadership experienceHave knowledge of advanced vulnerability discovery toolsUnderstand embedded systems development toolchainsHave experience with hardware debugging interfaces, code security mechanisms and their weaknesses, hardware diagnostic tools, and signal/protocol analysisPossess an active TS/SCI clearance with full scope polygraphWhy work at APL The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities athttp://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.#LI-AG1 About UsAPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

Description Leidos is looking for a Senior Security Engineer to join a high performing agile team using the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodology to support a fast-paced, complex program. Program execution follows DEVOPS best practices and employs robust development, test and production environments. Our team of security engineers support enhancements to system security architecture and cyber security capabilities; manage multiple system security plans for development, test and production systems following the Risk Management Framework (RMF); manage cross domain capabilities; and support Security Verification Testing (SVT) of relevant Type 1 devices. The contract provides system engineering, development, test, integration and operational support, and is focused on injecting new technology and adding advanced capabilities while continuing to support an on-going operational system.Job Summary:A Senior Security Engineer is needed to provide support for adding new capabilities to a complex system with exacting interface, performance and security requirements. The selected individual will become part of a team of Security Engineers working on solving challenging issues on a large, significant program. The position requires a solid understanding of security practices and policies as well as hands-on vulnerability testing experience. The selected individual will collaborate with other engineers and technical experts in providing improvements to our operational, test, integration, and development systems.Primary Responsibilities:The selected candidate will have numerous responsibilities from day to day drawn from a wide array of activities. The strongest candidates will have experience working in these areas:Validating and verifying system security requirements and establishing system security designs for large-scale systems, major system elements, and interfacing systems that are part of a large complex network environment with geographically distributed components.Identifying and implementing appropriate information security architectures and functionality to ensure uniform application of security policy and enterprise solutions.Recommending and developing technical solutions, products, and standards based on current and desired system security architecture.Assessing and mitigating system security threats and risks throughout the program life cycle.Leading and/or contributing to the security planning, assessment, risk analysis, risk management, certification and awareness activities for various system and networking operations.Effectively collaborating with other internal technical experts on a day-to-day basis.Communicating with Program Managers and POCs from customer organizations when necessary, regarding Security issues of significant importance.Participating in Program Increment Planning and related agile team activities.Working closely with System Engineering, Test Engineering, and Integration teams to ensure that the hardware and software architecture and implementation meets security requirements.Analyzing and assessing system implementation against multiple security compliance policies and recommending and implementing enhancements.Evaluating security solutions to ensure they meet customer specified requirements for processing information.Evaluating the impact of new development on the operational security posture of the system.Evaluating, reviewing, and testing critical software.Proposing, assessing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies.Auditing and assessing system security configuration settings using common methodologies and tools.Managing and enforcing security strategies and policies that effect various components of geographically distributed systems.Providing configuration management for security-relevant information system software.Serving as a subject matter expert in security architecture to include providing advice to Program Managers, Customer technical experts, and internal program teams.Formulating security compliance requirements for new system features.Identifying and remediating security issues throughout the system.Supporting risk assessment, risk management, security control assessment, continuous monitoring, service design, and other IA program support functions.Working with development teams to enrich team-wide understanding of different types of vulnerabilities, attack vectors and remediation approaches.Planning and conducting security verification testing of relevant type 1 devices.Security Clearance Requirement:All candidates must possess an active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role.Basic Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Assurance, Information Security System Engineering, or a related discipline and a minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience. Additional experience may be substituted for a degree.Must have a solid understanding of security practices and policies and hands-on vulnerability testing experience.Must have experience applying Risk Management Framework.Must have experience formulating and assessing IT security policy.Must have demonstrated knowledge of and experience with common security tools, such as Nessus, NMAP and Wireshark hardware/software security implementation, communication protocol, encryption techniques/tools, and web services.Must have experience with secure configurations of commonly used desktop and server operating systems.Must be comfortable working on multiple systems and components simultaneously in various configurations.Must have strong verbal and written communications skills.Must be committed to adopting and adhering to best practices.Must be able to effectively plan and prioritize tasking and communicate clearly regarding technical options and trade-offs.Must be capable of performing high quality work both independently and with a team in a fast-moving environment.Preferred Qualifications:Five (5) years of experience with Defense in Depth Principals/technology (including access control, authorization, identification and authentication, public key infrastructure, network and enterprise security architecture) and applying risk assessment methodology to system development.DoD 8570 compliance with IASAE Level 2 or 3.Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP) Certification.Computer Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certification.Experience developing/implementing integrated security services management processes, such as assessing and auditing network penetration testing, anti-virus planning assistance, risk analysis, and incident response.Experience providing information assurance support for application development that includes system security certifications and project evaluations for firewalls that encompass the development, design, and implementation.Experience with penetration testing tools.Experience with scripting languages.careers.leidos.com/CONMDCSSKEYCONMDPay Range:Pay Range $101,400.00 - $183,300.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

DescriptionDo you enjoy applying next generation voice and video technologies to challenging security problems and ensuring our nation's defense Are you passionate about developing and mentoring technical teams If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!We are seeking an innovative network engineer to help us develop communications systems used to deliver key communications and teaming capabilities to our nation's decision makers. You will become part of a dynamic team comprised of seasoned engineers and skilled analysts, collaborating to design and deploy new real-time conferencing and collaboration technologies across the government and Department of Defense to have meaningful impact. Our team is dedicated to encouraging exceptional engineering expertise while fostering a supportive culture that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration.As a Unified Communications Engineer, you will...Design and implement conferencing and collaboration solutions using existing commercial and standards-based technologies to connect decision makers.Continue to grow your knowledge and stay up-to-date on emerging technologies and propose innovative approaches to address unique sponsor challenges.Interact with technical specialists in other fields as part of a multidisciplinary team.Provide mentorship to support early career staff growth and development.Detail work in technical reports and memoranda and present outcomes to sponsors and the technical community. QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...Have a Bachelor’s degree in information science and technology, computer science, computer engineering or another related technical field.Have at least ten years of relevant experience in developing and deploying Unified Communications solutions.Have demonstrated skill in designing, deploying, and configuring session border controllers, as well as managing voice and video gateways, with a demonstrated proficiency in the integration and peering of IP and TDM-based systems.Are familiar with industry standards like Session Initiation Protocol (SIP), Extensible Messaging and Presence Protocol (XMPP), Media Gateway Control Protocol (MGCP), Real-time Transport Protocol (RTP).Have demonstrated competence in network design, considering cybersecurity measures, and possessing a strong foundation in communication systems protocols throughout the network stack.Have strong interpersonal skills including the ability to document design decisions in written formats and present to both expert and non-expert audiences.Are able to obtain an Interim Top Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a TS/SCI level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...Have a Master's degree (or higher) in information science and technology, computer science, computer engineering or another related technical field.Have at least fifteen years of experience in developing and deploying Unified Communications solutions.Have vendor or industry certifications in the operation and management of varied vendor communications technologies.Are experienced in the architecture, design, and implementation of unified communications and online collaboration technologies for commercial and/or government applications.Have proficiency in the performance of media codecs, video and teleconferencing technologies, as well as conference management and collaboration software.Have proficiency in the development of system/system-of-system architectures, protocol and algorithm development, rapid prototyping and system integration.Have recent knowledge of DoD and/or intelligence community, sponsors, and programs.Hold an active TS/SCI clearance or an active Top Secret security clearance with a SSBI and have recently been adjudicated for SCI access.Why work at APL The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities athttp://www.jhuapl.edu/careers. About UsAPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

Description Leidos is looking for a Senior Security Engineer to join a high performing agile team using the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodology to support a fast-paced, complex program. Program execution follows DEVOPS best practices and employs robust development, test and production environments. Our team of security engineers support enhancements to system security architecture and cyber security capabilities; manage multiple system security plans for development, test and production systems following the Risk Management Framework (RMF); manage cross domain capabilities; and support Security Verification Testing (SVT) of relevant Type 1 devices. The contract provides system engineering, development, test, integration and operational support, and is focused on injecting new technology and adding advanced capabilities while continuing to support an on-going operational system.Job Summary:A Senior Security Engineer is needed to provide support for adding new capabilities to a complex system with exacting interface, performance and security requirements. The selected individual will become part of a team of Security Engineers working on solving challenging issues on a large, significant program. The position requires a solid understanding of security practices and policies as well as hands-on vulnerability testing experience. The selected individual will collaborate with other engineers and technical experts in providing improvements to our operational, test, integration, and development systems.Primary Responsibilities:The selected candidate will have numerous responsibilities from day to day drawn from a wide array of activities. The strongest candidates will have experience working in these areas:Validating and verifying system security requirements and establishing system security designs for large-scale systems, major system elements, and interfacing systems that are part of a large complex network environment with geographically distributed components.Identifying and implementing appropriate information security architectures and functionality to ensure uniform application of security policy and enterprise solutions.Recommending and developing technical solutions, products, and standards based on current and desired system security architecture.Assessing and mitigating system security threats and risks throughout the program life cycle.Leading and/or contributing to the security planning, assessment, risk analysis, risk management, certification and awareness activities for various system and networking operations.Effectively collaborating with other internal technical experts on a day-to-day basis.Communicating with Program Managers and POCs from customer organizations when necessary, regarding Security issues of significant importance.Participating in Program Increment Planning and related agile team activities.Working closely with System Engineering, Test Engineering, and Integration teams to ensure that the hardware and software architecture and implementation meets security requirements.Analyzing and assessing system implementation against multiple security compliance policies and recommending and implementing enhancements.Evaluating security solutions to ensure they meet customer specified requirements for processing information.Evaluating the impact of new development on the operational security posture of the system.Evaluating, reviewing, and testing critical software.Proposing, assessing, coordinating, implementing, and enforcing information systems security policies, standards, and methodologies.Auditing and assessing system security configuration settings using common methodologies and tools.Managing and enforcing security strategies and policies that effect various components of geographically distributed systems.Providing configuration management for security-relevant information system software.Serving as a subject matter expert in security architecture to include providing advice to Program Managers, Customer technical experts, and internal program teams.Formulating security compliance requirements for new system features.Identifying and remediating security issues throughout the system.Supporting risk assessment, risk management, security control assessment, continuous monitoring, service design, and other IA program support functions.Working with development teams to enrich team-wide understanding of different types of vulnerabilities, attack vectors and remediation approaches.Planning and conducting security verification testing of relevant type 1 devices.Security Clearance Requirement:All candidates must possess an active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role.Basic Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Assurance, Information Security System Engineering, or a related discipline and a minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience. Additional experience may be substituted for a degree.Must have a solid understanding of security practices and policies and hands-on vulnerability testing experience.Must have experience applying Risk Management Framework.Must have experience formulating and assessing IT security policy.Must have demonstrated knowledge of and experience with common security tools, such as Nessus, NMAP and Wireshark hardware/software security implementation, communication protocol, encryption techniques/tools, and web services.Must have experience with secure configurations of commonly used desktop and server operating systems.Must be comfortable working on multiple systems and components simultaneously in various configurations.Must have strong verbal and written communications skills.Must be committed to adopting and adhering to best practices.Must be able to effectively plan and prioritize tasking and communicate clearly regarding technical options and trade-offs.Must be capable of performing high quality work both independently and with a team in a fast-moving environment.Preferred Qualifications:Five (5) years of experience with Defense in Depth Principals/technology (including access control, authorization, identification and authentication, public key infrastructure, network and enterprise security architecture) and applying risk assessment methodology to system development.DoD 8570 compliance with IASAE Level 2 or 3.Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP) Certification.Computer Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certification.Experience developing/implementing integrated security services management processes, such as assessing and auditing network penetration testing, anti-virus planning assistance, risk analysis, and incident response.Experience providing information assurance support for application development that includes system security certifications and project evaluations for firewalls that encompass the development, design, and implementation.Experience with penetration testing tools.Experience with scripting languages.careers.leidos.com/CONMDCSSKEYCONMDOriginal Posting Date:2024-03-01While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $101,400.00 - $183,300.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

DescriptionDo you love designing algorithms and developing on embedded systems to solve hard problems with real-world applications Are you eager to take initiative and work on projects across a diverse problem space, from high-reliability to rapid prototyping Do you want to work in an atmosphere where risk taking, innovation, and creativity are openly encouraged and sought out If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!We are seeking an Embedded Systems Design Engineer to help us build innovative technology applications for the next generation of electronic warfare (EW) systems. Your work will contribute to ensuring the US and its allies dominate the RF spectrum. You 'll be joining our hardworking team of system engineers, algorithm developers, FPGA and embedded software engineers, and advanced EW technology enthusiasts who enjoy working together to craft creative solutions to complex challenges in addition to bringing real solutions from concept to prototyping.As an Embedded Systems Engineer, we will trust you to ...Develop software and firmware for real-time embedded systems.Implement digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms for various types of communication, data link, radar, and jamming signals.Integrate embedded systems with EW payloads.Apply Machine Learning (ML)/Artificial Intelligence (AI) algorithms for EW applications.Test and demonstrate your work in field tests and lab demos. QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you ...Have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or another related technical discipline.Have experience with MATLAB, C/C++, Python, or similar programming languages.Have relevant experience working with embedded systems and embedded programming.Have general knowledge of embedded systems design with FPGAs.Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date, and can ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.You 'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you ...Have a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.Have at least seven years of relevant experience working with embedded systems and embedded programming.Have experience with VHDL, Verilog, or other FPGA development languages.Have experience in programming for Software Defined Radio (SDR).Are experienced with high-speed FPGA design.Are experienced with digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms.Hold an active DoD Secret level clearance or higher.Why work at APL The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at www.jhuapl.edu/careers.#LI-AG1 About UsAPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

Description Program SummaryAs an ISSE you will join a small team of senior professionals providing Information Assurance (IA) Architecture Analysis and Security Engineering Support for the implementation and fielding of the National Leadership Command Capability in support of Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3), Continuity of Government (COG), and Senior Leader communications. The ISSE will perform in a consultant like role providing technical knowledge, expertise and advice to our customer.Primary Responsibilities:The ISSE shall perform, or review, technical security assessments of computing environments to identify points of vulnerability, non-compliance with established IA standards and regulations and recommended mitigation strategies.This includes:Validates and verifies system security requirements definitions and analysis and establishes system security designDesigns, develops, implements and/or integrates IA and security systems and system components including those for networking, computing and enclave environment to include those with multiple enclaves and with differing data protection/classification requirementsBuilds IA into systems deployed to operation environmentsAssist architects and systems developers in the identification and implementation of appropriate information security functionality to ensure uniform application of Agency security policy and enterprise solutionsSupports the building of security architecturesEnforces the design and implementation of trusted relations among external systems and architectureAssesses and mitigates system security threats/risk throughout the program life cycleContributes to the security planning, assessment, risk analysis, risk management, certification and awareness activities for system and networking operationsReviews C&A documentation, providing feedback on completeness and compliance of its contentCLEARANCE REQUIRED: Active TS/SCI with polygraph. US Citizenship required. CCA cases may be considered.QualificationsBachelor’s degree from an accredited university ideally in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security System Engineering or related field with a minimum of 12 years of experience as an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) or Network Engineer on programs and/or contracts with the customer spaceCISSP OR CASP certification requiredCISSP - ISSEP DoD approved 8570 baseline certification for Level III position onlyStrong writing skillsConfidence and ability to present briefing to senior level DoD officials in both prepared briefings and/or in ad hoc discussions.Additionally, the candidate must also possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities:Expertise in network technology and systems security engineering. Experience in identifying, researching, characterizing, and documenting security weaknesses related to operating systems, software applications, firmware, network hardware components, as well as network architecture design and documented policies and procedures.Experience developing and documenting system security requirements and conducting requirements gap analysis.Knowledge of, and practical experience with the NIST Special Publications 800 Series, CNSSI 1253, and DoD 8500.Experience with network technologies and the ability to demonstrate knowledge of network protocols, communications systems and architecturesShould have significant hands on experience implementing security and/or network components, i.e. routers, firewalls, IPS, IDS, etc.Ability to work independently within a schedule and with little direction.CONMDcareers.leidos.com/CONMDOriginal Posting Date:2024-02-02While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $122,200.00 - $220,900.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

DescriptionDo you have experience solving real world problems related to wireless communications and networking engineering Are you searching for meaningful work to solve critical communications challenges for the special operations and intelligence communities If so, we want you to join our team of motivated engineers and scientists working on a diverse set of evolving challenges!We are seeking a dedicated engineer to join a hardworking team that loves solving problems and building capabilities that will transition to operational prototypes. Our team is committed to the mission and passionate about developing capabilities for specialized wired and wireless networks!As a Communications Research Engineer, you will...Research new technologies and develop solutions to address evolving threats.Have the opportunity to engage with sponsors to understand and tackle their toughest problems.Work with technologies including, but not limited to wired, wireless (RF & optical), line-of-sight (LOS) and beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) links, SATCOM, IP networking, RF systems, protocols, software defined radio (SDR), stealth waveforms, 5G cellular and cognitive radio. QualificationsYou meet the minimum qualifications for this position if you...Possess a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or another technical discipline.Have at least one year of experience in communications, signal processing or networks systems engineering.Are proficient in communication theory and digital signal processing (DSP), with a solid foundational knowledge of, and experience with, the physical, data link, and media access layers of communication or networking systems.Have experience in modeling and simulation of the physical layer with MATLAB, Python, or other languages.Have a demonstrated strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, as well as excellent oral and written communications skills.Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.You’ll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...Have at least five years experience in commercial and/or government communication and network systems engineering.Have recent knowledge of DoD and/or intelligence community, sponsors, and programs.Hold an active TS/SCI w/ Poly clearance.Why work at APL The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities athttp://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.#LI-AG1 About UsAPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

Description Unleash Your Potential!At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions by leveraging our diverse and talented workforce who are dedicated to our customer’s success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. If this sounds like an environment where you can thrive, keep reading! Do you thrive working in small teams that collaborate closely with customers Do you want to help protect our War fighters’ communications Our program task supports the development andimplementation ofthe new Tactical Secure Voice Cryptographic Interoperability Specification (TSVCIS). Our program task is seeking someone with a strong mission focus and the willingness to lead a small group of engineers. Your greatest work is ahead! If you’re a talented System Engineer with a TS/SCI polygraph clearance, we want to hear from you. The Leidos National Security Sector is looking for someone like you to join our team in the Fort Meade, MD area. As part of this highly visible and fast-paced prime contract, you'll enjoy a competitive benefits package including four or more weeks of Paid Time Off, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and more! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to take your career to the next level. Apply today and join one of the most dynamic teams in the industry.Are you ready to join a team dedicated to a mission Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career, share your resume with us today!Your Main Objective:As a System Engineer, youwill participate in thedevelopment, facilitationand coordination of system engineering documentation such as: System Engineering Plans; Initial CapabilitiesDocuments; RequirementsSpecifications; andInterface Control Documentation. Provide technical support for thedevelopment/engineering,interfacing/integrationand testingof componentsof complex hardware and software systems toinclude: Requirementselicitation; Analysisand functionalallocation; Conduct systemsrequirementsreviews; Develop conceptsof operation and interface standards; Develop system architectures; andPerform technical/non-technical assessments forTSVCIS Working Group members and variouspartnerships. You will assist with operational views, technical standards views, and system and services views forrelated TSVCIS architecturesusing applicable DoDAF standards. The candidate will support the planning and test-analysis of theDoD Certification/Accreditation Process(as well as other Government Certification and Accreditation (C&A) processes.What Sets You Apart:- Fourteen (14) years of System Engineering experience - Bachelor's Degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree.Information Assurance/Cryptographic experienceExcellent written and verbal communication skills a mustAbility to lead small teamsYou Might Also Have:Knowledge of Tactical RF and SignalsExperience in Space/Weapon/Ground/Terminal system development and or evaluationDoD Certification/Accreditation Process(as well as other Government Certification and Accreditation (C&A) processes.At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you – apply today! Original Posting Date:2024-02-14While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $122,200.00 - $220,900.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

DescriptionAre you looking to work on complex challenges, applying advanced systems engineering and software engineering concepts in a digital environment Are you a "systems thinker" with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) experience who is looking to have an impact on the future of our nation’s defense programs Are you searching for a collaborative, diverse work environment where you can innovate and apply state of the art systems engineering practices to cutting edge programs If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!We are seeking a systems engineer looking to apply advanced digital engineering skills such as model based systems engineering (MBSE), software development, visualization of complex data, cognitive engineering, game theory, statistics, and/or advanced mathematics. As a trusted agent for the Government, we provide vital mission engineering, systems engineering, and software engineering expertise to nationally important precision strike capabilities for the Department of Defense. As a member of our team, you will provide MBSE expertise to develop and utilize complex system models to support parametric analyses, data analysis and visualization, trade studies, web-based visualizations, software development, and modeling and simulation. With your help, we will remain at the forefront of mission and digital engineering as well as pave the future of adaptive cross-domain warfare.As a Digital Systems Engineer...Your primary responsibility will be to apply mission engineering and systems engineering principles through thought leadership and expertise to the design, development, and evaluation of complex precision strike systems through systems modeling, parametric analyses, and design trades,and visualization of complex data using advanced digital engineering and MBSE processes and techniques.You will apply your systems engineering expertise on requirements analysis, concept/technology development, architecture analysis, risk assessments, and test & evaluation for precision strike systems.You will deliver formal presentations to sponsors and supporting contractors, and effectively communicate proposed concepts/solutions and analysis results.You will develop model profiles, tool plug-ins, architecture frameworks, and model queries in MBSE tools that capture and analyze models of the systems being developed throughout their lifecycle from concept definition through fielding and and support.You will develop concepts to tie together systems models, analytical tools and visualization environments to support the development of digital threads across systems’ lifecycle.You will develop innovative digital engineering and mission engineering solutions to critical challenges.You will apply software development to complex digital engineering and/or visualization challenges. QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...Have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, or another related technical field.Have at least five years of relevant experience in systems engineering work.Have experience in early concept development, developing system requirements, performing functional analysis and allocation, and conducting trade studies in support of the design, development, and evaluation of complex systems.Have experience in system modeling using UML/SysML and associated modeling software such as Cameo, Rhapsody, or SPARX EA.Have strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong critical thinking skills.Have shown the ability to interact effectively with diverse, multidisciplinary teams, including industry and Government sponsors.Are able to obtain a Secret security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a Government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...Have an advanced degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, or another engineering discipline.Have experience applying your field of interest (software development, physics, mathematics, cognitive engineering, game theory, statistics, etc.) to digital engineering applications.Have experience integrating physics-based models with a SysML-based system model.Have experience with software development and with developing visualizations of complex data.Have relevant Object Management Group (OMG) or other systems engineering certifications.Have worked with modeling frameworks such as the Department of Defense Architecture Framework or Unified Architecture Framework.Have expertise using and/or writing custom scripts and/or plug-ins for Cameo modeling software and DOORS requirements software.Have direct experience applying aspects of MBSE in support of system development.Have familiarity with NAVAIR and Air Force acquisition programs.Have experience with DoD acquisition processes.Hold an active Secret clearance.Why work at APL The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities athttp://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.#LI-AG1 About UsAPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

Description Unleash Your Potential!At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions by leveraging our diverse and talented workforce who are dedicated to our customer’s success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. If this sounds like an environment where you can thrive, keep reading! Do you thrive working in small teams that collaborate closely with customers Do you want to help protect our War fighters’ communications Our program task supports the development andimplementation ofthe new Tactical Secure Voice Cryptographic Interoperability Specification (TSVCIS). Our program task is seeking someone with a strong mission focus and the willingness to lead a small group of engineers. Your greatest work is ahead! If you’re a talented System Engineer with a TS/SCI polygraph clearance, we want to hear from you. The Leidos National Security Sector is looking for someone like you to join our team in the Fort Meade, MD area. As part of this highly visible and fast-paced prime contract, you'll enjoy a competitive benefits package including four or more weeks of Paid Time Off, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and more! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to take your career to the next level. Apply today and join one of the most dynamic teams in the industry.Are you ready to join a team dedicated to a mission Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career, share your resume with us today!Your Main Objective:As a System Engineer, youwill participate in thedevelopment, facilitationand coordination of system engineering documentation such as: System Engineering Plans; Initial CapabilitiesDocuments; RequirementsSpecifications; andInterface Control Documentation. Provide technical support for thedevelopment/engineering,interfacing/integrationand testingof componentsof complex hardware and software systems toinclude: Requirementselicitation; Analysisand functionalallocation; Conduct systemsrequirementsreviews; Develop conceptsof operation and interface standards; Develop system architectures; andPerform technical/non-technical assessments forTSVCIS Working Group members and variouspartnerships. You will assist with operational views, technical standards views, and system and services views forrelated TSVCIS architecturesusing applicable DoDAF standards. The candidate will support the planning and test-analysis of theDoD Certification/Accreditation Process(as well as other Government Certification and Accreditation (C&A) processes.What Sets You Apart:- Fourteen (14) years of System Engineering experience - Bachelor's Degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree.Information Assurance/Cryptographic experienceExcellent written and verbal communication skills a mustAbility to lead small teamsYou Might Also Have:Knowledge of Tactical RF and SignalsExperience in Space/Weapon/Ground/Terminal system development and or evaluationDoD Certification/Accreditation Process(as well as other Government Certification and Accreditation (C&A) processes.At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you – apply today! Original Posting Date:2024-02-14While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $122,200.00 - $220,900.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

DescriptionAre you a committed problem-solver with passion for operational data communications Do you thrive in a team environment that cultivates creativity Do you seek to ensure multiple operational systems can maintain interoperability and communicate in an architecture Do you have experience in setting up operational communications networks If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our systems interoperability team at APL!We are seeking a highly capable, creative, motivated, and hard-working engineer who is passionate about warfighter missions and ensuring defense of US and Allied Assets. You will join a diverse team of engineers and scientists who work on ground-breaking projects that span design to test analysis efforts developing solutions for warfighting architectures.As an Interoperability and Communications Systems Engineer on our team ...Perform predictive performance analysis of tactical data link and communication system architectures.Communicate proposed ideas and scenarios to internal and external program leadership including government sponsors.Collaborate in a team environment to develop innovative solutions to our nation’s challenges including developing the C5I architecture to integrate autonomous systems into the armed forces.Develop sequence of events to drive integration of new systems.Participate in improvements to and leading of APL Tactical Data Link training. QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...Have a B.S. degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.Have 1 or more years' of related systems engineering experienceHave strong understating of data network integration concepts and attention to detail.Have experience working with Link-16.Are able and willing to travel up to 20% of your time. Travel may be domestic or international and may include embarking upon naval vessels or aircraft.Are willing to work in a closed area.Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...Have 3+ years experience serving as a Joint Interface Control Officer or similar billet supporting operations.Have a M.S. degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.Have experience as a member of a Joint Task Force Staff.Completed the Joint Interface Control Officer Course (JICO) (JT-301) and the Advanced JICC Operators Course (AJOC) (JT-310) or service equivalents.Have recent experience with the Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) on advances in networked warfare and emergent capabilities to achieve interdependence and operational effectiveness, including the integration and interoperability of Tactical Data Links (TDL) within the Multi-TDL Network (MTN) to contribute to the Common Tactical Picture (CTP) and planning and management of tactical data through gateways or extended interfaces to support the Joint Data Network (JDN).Hold an active Secret government security clearance and are capable of attaining a Top Secret/SCI government security clearance.Base pay will take into account the selected candidate’s knowledge, experience, skill and/or abilities with consideration for internal parity. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, part-time study and training and development. Base pay range for this role: $90,000 - $220,000.Why work at APL The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities athttp://www.jhuapl.edu/careers. About UsAPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

Description In joining the Leidos Accredited Testing and Evaluation (AT&E, Common Criteria/FIPS) team, you will get an exciting opportunity to work in the growing IT Security field in support of National defense. The products you will touch will be deployed into larger systems and/or deployments to facilitate secure communications for our military in the modern cyber warfare environment. Come be a part of an expanding industry that is integral in ensuring our National Security. You’ll get an opportunity to learn from Industry experts work with various Commercial off the Shelf products across many technology types and be able to use your skillset in a hands-on lab environment.Below are some of the benefits of working with Leidos on the AT&E team:Performance based career development – well defined roles with actionable qualifications. Empowering employees to promotions based upon skills and not time.Flexible hours within the constructs of the workdayOpportunity to attend industry related conferences and seminars.Maintain Work-Life balance in an environment that values your health and time outside the workplace. Opportunity to work with and learn from experts in the given discipline in an open environment.Great team comraderyTuition reimbursement within appropriate disciplinesWhat You Will Get to Do:The selected candidate will work on varied FIPS 140 validation projects.General security analysisDesign work (product architecture)Vulnerability testingPhysical security testingSystem-level logical analysisProduct evaluations against Technology Type standards (Protection Profiles)Cryptographic and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) testingCryptographic algorithm testingSource code review activitiesTechnical report writing and review.Testing automation through scriptingDevelop applications to support test cases.You Will Bring These Qualifications:Cryptographic Validation Program (CVP) CertificationKnowledge of cryptographic encryption algorithms, key exchange algorithms, hashing/message authentication algorithms, PKI, random number generators, etc.Experience with various programming languages (C, C++, Python or Java) and development environments.Ability to comprehend security standard requirements and apply them to products.Experience setting up networks and familiarity with subnetting and routing concepts.Knowledge of common security related protocols and their design (i.e. SSH, IPsec, TLS, etc.).Experience building testing environments, performing testing and reporting results (technical writing).Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.Strong multitasking and time management.These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:Experience with Python programming languageExperience with debugging (Android debug bridge (adb), WinDBG, Visual Studio, etc.).Experience with statistical analysis of entropy sources.Knowledge of OpenSSL and/or OpenPGP.Vulnerability Analysis and/or penetration testing experience/expertise.Strong knowledge of computer security principles and best practices.Strong English (both oral and written) skills.Related certifications (CCNA/CCNP/CCIE, JNCIA/JNCIS/JNCIP/JNCIE).Knowledge of Active Directory and Linux.Hands on experience using tools such as an oscilloscope, function generator, multi-meter, signal generator, etc.Knowledge of X.509 certificate validation.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Typically requires a BS degree with 2 - 4 years of prior relevant experience.Original Posting Date:2024-02-15While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $65,000.00 - $117,500.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

DescriptionDo you like to work with sophisticated electro-optical systems Do you have a desire to work in an innovative R&D environment solving the nation’s toughest challenges while working for a top-rated employer If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!JHU/APL is seeking an Electro-Optical Engineer to be a part of a diverse team of scientists and engineers that conceives, designs, builds, and tests complex electro-optical systems.As an Electro-Optical Engineer, you will:Conduct in-depth analysis of electro-optical sensors and systemsDesign, simulate, analyze, and test optical systems and sensors at the component, subsystem, and system levelsDevelop new test capabilities that will assess the performance of both new and fielded optical systemsDevelop and refine tools, techniques, models, simulations, algorithms, and software for the testing and evaluation of electro-optic systemsDevelop and maintain optical test equipment for electro-optical seeker and sensor systemsWork with project and program management and with peers across the organization to ensure that test results provide critical contributions to the most critical challenges the nation faces in air and missile defense. QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...A bachelor’s degree in engineering, optics, physics, mathematics, or a related field.Professional experience in analysis, design, development, or testing of electro-optical instruments or sensorsProficiency in data analysis and the interpretation of physical measurements as real-world phenomenaDemonstrated strengths in understanding and solving sophisticated technical problems.Ability to speak and write for audiences of varying levels of technical knowledgeAvailability to travel up to 10% of the time as needed.Ability to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...An MS or PhD degree or equivalent in a relevant technical field.Experience in system-level requirement analysis, engineering, and evaluation of electro-optical sensors, systems, and subsystemsExperience with visible and infrared detectors (CCD, CMOS, microbolometer, InSb, HgCdTe, Type II SLS, etc.)Ability to perform radiometric/photometric modeling of electro-optical sensor systems in both the visible and the infrared spectrumInterdisciplinary familiarity of systems including optical, electro-optical, electrical, software, and mechanical engineeringExperience in system engineering and project management.Experience with integrated software/hardware systems.Current Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI clearance.Why work at APL The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities athttp://www.jhuapl.edu/careers. About UsAPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

Description Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) Skill Level 3The Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) shall perform, or review, technical security assessments of computing environments to identify points of vulnerability, non-compliance with established Information Assurance (IA) standards and regulations, and recommend mitigation strategies. Validates and verifies system security requirements definitions and analysis and establishes system security designs. Designs, develops, implements and/or integrates IA and security systems and system components including those for networking, computing, and enclave environments to include those with multiple enclaves and with differing data protection/classification requirements. Builds IA into systems deployed to operational environments. Assists architects and systems developers in the identification and implementation of appropriate information security functionality to ensure uniform application of Agency security policy and enterprise solutions. Supports the building of security architectures. Enforce the design and implementation of trusted relations among external systems and architectures. Assesses and mitigates system security threats/risks throughout the program life cycle. Contributes to the security planning, assessment, risk analysis, risk management, certification and awareness activities for system and networking operations. Reviews certification and accreditation (C&A) documentation, providing feedback on completeness and compliance of its content. Applies system security engineering expertise in one or more of the following to; system security design process; engineering life cycle; information domain; cross domain solutions; commercial off-the-shelf and government off-the-shelf cryptography; identification; authentication; and authorization; system integration; risk management; intrusion detection; contingency planning; incident handling; configuration control; change management; auditing; certification and accreditation process; principles of IA (confidentiality, integrity, non-repudiation, availability, and access control); and security testing. Support security authorization activities in compliance with NSA/CSS Information System Certification and Accreditation Process (NISCAP) and DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) process, the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) process, and prescribed CSS business processes for security engineering.The Level 3 Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) shall possess the following capabilities: Participate as a security-engineering representative on engineering teams for the design, development, implementation and/or integration of secure networking, computing, and enclave environmentsParticipate as a security-engineering representative on engineering teams for the design, development, implementation and/or integration of IA architectures, systems, or system componentsParticipate as the primary security-engineering representative on engineering teams for the design, development, implementation, evaluation, and/or integration of secure networking, computing, and enclave environmentsParticipate as the primary security-engineering representative on engineering teams for the design, development, implementation, evaluation, and/or integration of IA architectures, systems, or system componentsSupport the Government in the enforcement of the design and implementation of trusted relationships among external systems and architecturesApply knowledge of IA policy, procedures, and workforce structure to design, develop, and implement secure networking, computing, and enclave environmentsSupport security planning, assessment, risk analysis, and risk managementIdentify overall security requirements for the proper handling of Government dataInteract with the customer and other project team membersPerform system or network designs that encompass multiple enclaves, to include those with differing data protection/classification requirementsProvide security planning, assessment, risk analysis, and risk managementRecommend system-level solutions to resolve security requirementsSupport the Government in the enforcement of the design and implementation of trusted relationships among external systems and architecturesProvide expert guidance and work product evaluation to one or more security engineers that support Engineering teams for the design, development, implementation, evaluation, and/or integration of secure networking, computing, and enclave environmentsAdvocate and recommend system-level solutions to resolve security requirements. Monitors and suggests improvement to IA policyInteract with customers, IT staff, and high-level corporate officers to define and achieve required IA objectivesProvide the Government assistance to ensure that the architecture and design of information systems are functional and secure, including program of record systems and special purpose environments with platform IT interconnectivityClearance Required: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph. Must be US CitizenQualifications:Twenty (20) years’ experience as an ISSE on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security System Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.DoD 8570 compliance with IASAE Level 3 is required.A Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security System Engineering, or related discipline may be substituted for two (2) years of experience, reducing the requirement to eighteen (18) years of experience. Four (4) years of additional ISSE experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.Original Posting Date:2024-04-19While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $144,300.00 - $260,850.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

DescriptionAre you passionate about space Are you looking for meaningful work in spacecraft power systems If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.We are seeking a Power System Engineer to help us develop flight power systems and hardware. You will contribute to missions like Dragonfly (https://dragonfly.jhuapl.edu/) and IMAP (https://civspace.jhuapl.edu/destinations/missions/imap). You will join a hardworking team of engineers that conceive, develop, test, launch and fly spacecraft power components and systems. We strive to foster an environment of collaboration, mentoring, diversity and acceptance.As a Spacecraft Power System EngineerYou will lead APL power systems development for one or more space flight missions.You will lead a development team of 10-20 multidisciplinary engineers.You will perform conceptual design studies and help develop mission proposals.You will develop subsystem and hardware component requirements, develop test plans and perform requirements verification.You will estimate battery capacities, solar array sizes, and predict system performance. You will lead power system integration and test onto spacecraft, and support launch and flight operations. QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if youHold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.Have 7-15 years of experience developing spacecraft power systems.Have held team leadership positionsAre familiar with common spacecraft power system topologies. Are skilled in solar array and battery performance prediction, sizing, and system energy balance.Are able to support in occasional overnight travel.The ability to obtain a Top Secret level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...Hold a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.Have experience designing primary power regulation or distribution hardware. Have experience with primary battery technologies.Have experience in leading multidisciplinary electronics development teams.Have experience with alternative spacecraft power sources such as nuclear sources.Hold a TS/SCI Security Clearance.Spacecraft Power Engineering Group (SEP) Mission StatementSEP’s mission is to design, test, and deliver reliable spacecraft power systems for APL’s space sector and broader space community that enable the tools to expand our knowledge of the universe. Our diverse team aims to create an accountable and collaborative environment where individuals feel empowered to seek out critical challenges, to make discoveries, and to develop advancements in power electronics.Be Part of Something InnovativeOver the past 25 years, the Space Exploration Sector at APL, has pushed the boundaries of what is possible; delivering game-changing impacts to sponsors like NASA and the Department of Defense. This includes historic, science space firsts like New Horizons reaching Pluto, Parker Solar Probe being the first to “touch” the sun, and the DART mission that redirected an asteroid for planetary defense. As a not-for-profit university affiliated research center, APL also delivered solutions to our nation’s national security challenges, as proven with the recent Deep Space Advanced Radar Concept (DARC) Tech Demo, and acts as a trusted partner with the US Space Force in space domain awareness and space-integrated warfare.APL teams are currently developing missions that will advance the search for life in the Solar System through programs such as Europa Clipper and Dragonfly, exploring the lunar and cislunar domains, and providing fundamental knowledge of our Sun’s influence on the near-Earth environment through IMAP and other research and technology endeavors. To learn about these APL’s mission and projects, https://civspace.jhuapl.edu/ and https://www.jhuapl.edu/OurWork/NationalSecuritySpace.Why work at APL The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers. About UsAPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

Description Are you interested in working for a Fortune 500 Company At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and fulfill our customers’ most challenging requirements. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business and is a hallmark of our long-standing tradition.Leidos National Security Sector is searching for Navy Qualified Validator (NQV) Security Engineer with an active Secret clearanceand direct Validator experience utilizing eMASS to work on customer site at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren, VA (NSWCDD). In this role, you will provide Validation Services and Sustainment Support for Systems/Networks RMF security authorization packages and provide RMF ATO maintenance for Information Systems necessary for NSWCDD and SWCDD Dam Neck Activity (DNA) to meet mission and operational objectives.Additionally, you'll facilitate the RMF process, the Platform Information Technology Certification services and other A&A processes associated with validation and sustainment of the cybersecurity authorization packages. Each package represents a system or a network (comprising various devices, etc.) that requires authorization to operate in support of the NSWCDD mission.Primary ResponsibilitiesAssess and document risk, perform security control assessments, and document compliant and failed security controls in eMASS.Recommend corrections to eMASS record.Assist with eMASS data entry requirements and population.Complete a Security Assessment Report in conjunction with the SCA, based on assessment results.Prepare the SAR Executive Summary, with all assessment results, for SCAL review.Perform a Risk Assessment of a systems or network's security controls, known threats and vulnerabilities.Support updates to the POA&M based on the assessment results.Ensure traceability of vulnerabilities from raw assessment results to the POA & M.Support the continuous monitoring programJob QualificationsA Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience with DoD Security Control assessments and DIACAP/RMF; additional experience may be considered in lieu of degreeA current DoD Secret level of clearanceAn Active Navy Qualified Validator certification or the ability to obtain within 6 months from date of startAn IAM II Certification (CAP, CASP+ CE, CISM, CISSP, GSLC, CCISO)Expertise configuring, running ACAS/Nessus, other vulnerability scansExperience with all phases of eMASSEIO2024Original Posting Date:2024-02-23While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $101,400.00 - $183,300.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.#Featuredjob

DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced engineer to help us design and develop concepts and algorithms that will solve complex sensor and source integration and data association challenges in networked sensor systems. As a member of our team, you will contribute to the development of the Navy's next generation of networked sensor systems that will ingest, associate, and fuse dissimilar information, ranging from active and passive sensor positional measurements to external source tracks and target characterization attributes, to provide an accurate, common, and actionable composite track picture across all platforms in support of distributed warfare concepts.As a Sensor Signal Processing Engineer...Your primary responsibility will be to design, develop, and assess sensor and source integration and data association and techniques for incorporation into tactical systems.You will learn about specific active and passive sensor types (RF, EO, IR, ES) and their associated data characteristics, track sources, sensor designs, modes of operation, sensor capabilities, detection and characterization data, and use your knowledge to integrate sensors, develop automated sensor data processing and conditioning algorithms to address false alarms and sensor artifacts (rings, splits, bias corrections), and associate sensor and characterization data for fusion with dissimilar data into a composite track.You will prototype concepts and algorithms for processing and integrating next generation sensor measurement and target characterization systems into advanced networked target identification and electronic protection capabilities.You will investigate and apply state of the art algorithms for track formation and prediction of challenging targets to include adaptive track formation from unassociated sensor measurements, track disclosure with false alarm control, measurement, track, and attribute association to tracks, maneuver detection and magnitude estimation, time synchronization, track-to-track correlation, and feature aided track ambiguity resolution.You will collaborate with a team of experts to perform analytics on complex sensor data to design novel techniques and criteria to rapidly disclose new tracks and adaptively control false track disclosure rates in challenging detection and high clutter environments.You will conduct tracking system design trade studies to identify, quantify, and demonstrate performance improvements achieved through the integration of the new candidate sensors or processing algorithms into existing tactical systems. QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...Possess a MS degree in Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.Have 5+ years of experience in designing and implementing sensor data processing, sensor data association, or target tracking algorithms and concepts.Have a theoretical background in statistical or adaptive signal processing.Have proficient analytical and applied mathematical skills.Have proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or similar programming languages for algorithm development or data analysis.Have the ability to perform effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.Are willing and able to travel up to 5% of the time to remote sites and are comfortable working in closed areas.Are able to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...Possess a PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.Have an active Secret security clearance.Have research, development, and analysis experience in some or all of the following: Probability and stochastic processesTarget tracking algorithms and conceptsSensor fusion algorithms and techniquesRF, Electronic Support, and/or EO/IR sensors and signalsControl theory and Kalman filteringDetection and estimation theoryWhy work at APL While the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory brings world-class expertise to a broad range of challenges, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, innovation ecosystem where you can feel safe to share ideas and to continue to grow personally and professionally. At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas and have earned Best Places to Work accolades in outlets such as Fast Companies and Glassdoor.Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at www.jhuapl.edu/careers.#LI-KW1 About UsAPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

DescriptionDo you want to use your RF expertise and experience to characterize, model, and assess the next generation of capabilities for the United States Navy and Marine Corps Are you looking for an exciting challenge that will keep you on the leading edge of RF system design, utility, and analysis of RF signals and data processing techniques If so, we 're looking for someone like you to join us at APL!We are looking for a driven RF engineer to help us to develop innovative algorithms for surface radar and electronic warfare (EW) maritime electromagnetic systems. We are also looking for an RF engineer to model active and passive RF systems and predict their performance in support of concept development, system requirements, and field tests. We are a multi-disciplinary team of electrical engineers, computational scientists, software engineers, and domain experts who work with maritime-based electronic warfare (EW), radar, or other radio frequency (RF) and remote sensing systems at various stages of their lifecycle. We strive to foster an environment of great diversity, collaboration, inclusivity, and growth. As a member of our team, you will apply knowledge and principles of RF systems and professional experience in radar and EW to support end-to-end system prototyping, evaluation, and analysis of maritime electromagnetic systems.As an RF Systems Engineer, you willCollaborate with team members to analyze, model, simulate, and develop creative solutions for complex surface maritime radar and EW problems.Analyze current and future RF systems to understand limitations, document findings, and provide reports and recommendations on new concepts and future capabilities.Share analysis products and new ideas with project sponsors, and formally present results at technical exchange and working group meetingsDevelop formal proposals for new ideas, and submit formal bids for APL Internal Research and Development funding or other organizational grants.Participate in internal and external test and evaluation and data collection events QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...Possess a Bachelor 's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or another related discipline.Have professional experience in advanced signal processing, or communications engineering, and radar/EW engineering/analysis.Have a working knowledge of RF propagation, RF signal processing, radar cross section (RCS), RF filtering, transmitter and receiver fundamentals, and antennas.Have Matlab experience in modeling, data analysis, and development of algorithms for complex systems.Have programming experience in Python, C++, or Java.Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills. Are comfortable writing and presenting about technical topics to peers, managers, and external customers.Are able to obtain an Interim Top Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a TS/SCI clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...Possess a Master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or another related discipline.Have a working knowledge of national intelligence databases.Have demonstrated experience in radar waveform design, target detection, and tracking.Have experience leading and performing technical studies and analyses, modeling and simulation of advanced RF, communications, or signal processing applications.Have experience working with electronic warfare (EW), intelligence sensors, surveillance radars, over-the-horizon radar, or other electromagnetic system.Have experience using RF test and measurement equipment and familiarity with GNU Radio and/or VHDL/Verliog.Hold an active DoD Secret or higher clearance.Why work at APL The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities athttp://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.#LI-AG1 About UsAPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

DescriptionAre you a curious, creative and experienced Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) engineer Do you want to apply your expertise to new technologies and/or non-traditional problem sets If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer with expertise in SD-WAN who is motivated to create solutions for the toughest national security challenges. The ideal candidate will be responsible for evaluating and integrating SD-WAN technologies for our sponsors' networks. As an SD-WAN Engineer, you will be working with cutting-edge technology that requires hands-on experience in designing, deploying, and supporting SD-WAN solutions. Your expertise will be used to improve network performance, security, and reliability for our sponsors. You will be joining a team of engineers who look at wireless networks and network design and architecture to apply to our Government and Military sponsors. We strive to foster an environment of collaboration, innovation and application...and we would love to have you on our team!As an SD-WAN Engineer, you will...Design, implement, and evaluate SD-WAN solutions for large-scale networks to address Government and Military challenges.Support architecture development, integration, and testing prototypes in operationally-realistic environments, working closely with sponsors to ensure mission success.Work closely with other members of the network engineering team to ensure successful project delivery.Collaborate with our sponsors to understand their networking needs and provide tailored solutions.Document work in formal technical reports and informal memoranda. Present work to sponsors and the technical community.Stay up-to-date on industry trends and emerging technologies related to SD-WAN. QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...Hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or another related field.Have at least five years of relevant experience in network engineering.Have demonstrated extensive experience with SD-WAN products from vendors such as Cisco Viptela, VMware VeloCloud, Juniper SSR, Silver Peak, or Fortinet.Are knowledgeable of current SDN implementations and its use in LAN, CAN, and datacenter environments.Have hands-on experience with routing protocols, such as OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP.Can demonstrate an in-depth understanding of network security concepts and technologies, such as firewalls, VPN, and IPS/IDS.Have knowledge of and experience with the data, network and transport layers of communication or networking systems, IPV4/6, TCP and other emerging protocols.Have demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently or as part of a multi-organizational team.Are highly skilled and have expertise with several of the following environments and tools: Linux, Unix, C, C++, Python, Java, MATLAB.Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...Have a Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering with a focus in Communications, Networking or another related technical discipline.Have at least ten years of knowledge and experience in data networking and IP standards.Have experience with analysis or development of session and presentation layer software technologies.Have experience with development of and advocacy for technical standards in forums such as IETF, MEF, IEEE, or 3GPP.Have experience with US government and military communication and networking systems.Have experience with Project and/or Technical management of hardware, software, or systems integration teams.Have experience in applying Machine Learning/Artificial Intelligence techniques to networking problems.Hold an active TS/SCI US Security clearance.Why work at APL The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities athttp://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.#LI-AG1 About UsAPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

DescriptionDo you have expertise in research, development, and analysis of signal or image processing algorithms Would you like to use your signal processing experience to help advance U.S. navy electromagnetic systems for superior defense and national security missions If so, we're looking for someone like you to join us at APL!We are looking for a driven Signal Processing Engineer to join us in pushing boundaries in digital signal and image processing to enhance electromagnetic system capabilities in government and military maritime systems. We are a team of engineers, mathematicians, and scientists who seek to characterize and understand digital data in order to detect, classify, and localize signatures in complex environments. Our group's diverse expertise enables us to solve a wide range of radar, electronic warfare (EW), remote sensing, and signal processing problems for maritime missions. We strive to foster an environment of great diversity, collaboration, inclusivity, and growth. As a member of the team, you will use signal processing techniques to create innovative algorithms, prototypes, and analysis products that provide greater situational awareness and operational utility to the warfighter.As a Signal and Image Processing Engineer you will...Design, implement, and verify signal or image processing algorithms to extract information from sensor systems.Develop advanced filtering, detection, estimation, tracking, and classification algorithms using simulated and real data in both time series and spectral domains.Evaluate real-world performance of current algorithms and make recommendations for further development to improve performance.Combine specialized knowledge and the latest advances in signal processing to apply fresh perspectives to existing and new challenges for our sponsors.Participate in all aspects of the algorithm development life cycle, from data curation to deployment to performance benchmarking.Clearly communicate findings through well-written code, presentations, and technical reports.Expand knowledge of electromagnetic systems and domain expertise. QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...Possess a BS degree in electrical engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or other related field.Have experience applying signal processing, image processing, pattern recognition, machine learning, deep learning, or related techniques with respect to signal extraction from sensors.Have prior experience prototyping algorithms using MATLAB or Python.Have proven analytical and problem-solving skills, can work independently, and will be comfortable working in closed area facilities.Are able to obtain an Interim Top Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a TS/SCI-level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...Have a MS in electrical engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or other related field.Have 3 or more years of experience applying signal processing, pattern recognition, machine learning, deep learning, or related techniques with respect to information extraction from electromagnetic systems.Have a strong working knowledge of remote sensing phenomenology and modalities such as EO, IR, SAR, MSI, or radar.Have extensive experience build trusting relationships with technical staff members and collaborating with external DoD or IC organizations.Have solid communication and strong interpersonal skills, and can write and present technical topics to peers, managers, and government sponsors.Are capable of shepherding algorithms through the full life cycle from initial conception and prototyping through high-performance implementation, deployment, benchmarking, and validation and verification (V&V).Have an active TS/SCI.Why work at APL The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities athttp://www.jhuapl.edu/careers. About UsAPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

DescriptionDo you love developing algorithms in MATLAB and implementing them in HDL to solve complex real-world challenges Are you willing to work on projects across a diverse problem space Do you want to work in an atmosphere where risk taking, innovation, and creativity are openly encouraged and sought out If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!We are seeking an FPGA Digital Signal Processing Engineer to help us build innovative technology applications for the next generation of electronic warfare (EW) systems. Your work will contribute to ensuring the US and its allies dominate the RF spectrum. You'll be joining our hardworking team of system engineers, algorithm developers, FPGA and embedded software engineers, and advanced EW technology enthusiasts who enjoy working together to develop creative solutions for complex challenges and bringing real solutions from concept to prototyping.As an FPGA DSP Engineer, we will trust you to ...Develop firmware for real-time embedded systems.Implement digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms for various types of communication, data link, radar, and jamming signals.Integrate embedded systems with EW payloads.Apply Machine Learning (ML)/Artificial Intelligence (AI) algorithms for EW applications.Participate in field testing and demonstration of these products. QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you ...Have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or another related technical discipline.Have at least two years of relevant experience with VHDL or Verilog, FPGA simulation, and MATLAB.Have relevant experience working with embedded systems and embedded programming.Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.You 'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you ...Have a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.Have at least seven years of relevant experience working with embedded systems and embedded programming.Have experience implementing DSP algorithms in HDL, HLS, and/or System Generator.Programming experience in C/C++ or Python.Are experienced with high-speed FPGA design.Are experienced with digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms.RADAR, electronic warfare, or radio frequency experience.Hold an active DoD Secret level clearance.Why work at APL The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities athttp://www.jhuapl.edu/careers. About UsAPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

DescriptionAre you passionate about providing real impact to the country’s toughest national security problems Do you love building and prototyping robust electrical systems If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.The Miniature Device Technologies Group develops highly customized tools and techniques required to carry out missions around the globe. Whether it be a quick reaction need from the field or the long term development of a novel capability, we work hand in hand with our government sponsors to conceive and realize solutions to their most challenging problems. We leverage our diverse set of capabilities in integrated circuit, printed circuit board (PCB), embedded software, field-programmable gate array (FPGA), and signal processing design to create ultra-small, low-power solutions that exceed comparable commercial alternatives. We are seeking a versatile senior electronics design engineer to help us advance the state-of-the-art in miniature sensor systems for a wide range of applications. In this role, you will focus heavily on the trades of size, weight, and power (SWaP) as you design systems for ultimate performance, whether it be for a handheld/body-worn or a high-bandwidth DSP or FPGA application. You will have the opportunity to work the full design cycle, including tasks such as: concept development, schematic capture, circuit simulation, PCB design, product mechanical integration, battery selection, environmental suitability, device fabrication, and device testing and final qualification. As a result, you will get to work with a multidisciplinary team of highly-talented electrical, software, mechanical, and materials engineers as you integrate your designs into the greater system. Some of the types of systems we develop include but are not limited to:RF communicationsPosition, navigation, and timing (PNT)Microelectronics (including custom ASIC development and packaging)Sensor systems (audio, image, motion, etc.)High reliability systems for harsh environments/long operational lifetimesAs a senior electronics design engineer...Your primary responsibility will be to develop capabilities for sponsor programs with custom hardware needs.You will conceive, design, and evaluate solutions that may require knowledge of sensors, discrete analog/RF circuit design, power supply design, and interfacing with microcontrollers/FPGAs/custom ASICs.You will pursue new technical concepts in order to improve the SWaP of existing solutions.You will ensure device reliability through rigorous testing under real-world conditions.You will additionally perform as a project manager for moderate sized tasks. QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...Possess a BS in engineering, physics, or other related discipline.Have 10+ years of experience specifically designing and testing custom hardware to include printed circuit board technology, with at least 5 years of experience with RF and/or high-speed digital design.Are skilled at using PCB design tools such as Altium Designer.Have a working knowledge of laboratory test equipment such as power supplies, oscilloscopes, multimeters, spectrum analyzers, waveform generators, and vector network analyzers.Have experience managing projects on the order of $1M funding per year, or teams of 3 or more staff.Have demonstrated experience mentoring junior staff.Are willing and able to occasionally travel and work extended hours in support of technical tasks.Are able to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...Possess a MS or beyond in engineering, physics, or other related discipline.Have extensive knowledge in printed circuit board technology such as material selection and stackup, construction methodologies, platings and finishes, etc.Have some background in microelectronics integration such as chip-on-board, chip-scale packaging, chip depackaging, and wirebonding.Have experience with 3D CAD tools suitable for concept mockups or component modeling.Have software development skills suitable for developing automation tools, test interfaces, etc.Are comfortable around rework tools such as a soldering iron, hot air pencil, or IR rework station.Hold an active clearance and/or have successfully undergone single-scope background investigations in the past.Why work at APL The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities athttp://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.#LI-AG1 About UsAPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

DescriptionDo you have experience researching wireless communications Are you passionate about using innovation and technology to solve technical challenges involving the defense of the US If so, this is the perfect opportunity for you!We are seeking Wireless Communications Engineers to help us give our nation a significant advantage by controlling the wireless communications environment. You will be joining a team of engineers that provide the U.S. military and intelligence communities with operational advantages, using machine learning, software-defined radios and protocol reverse engineering to develop advanced capabilities for research and operational prototypes, applying innovative research to some of our government 's most critical challenges.As a Wireless Communications Research Engineer...You will conduct wireless communication systems engineering research activities in support of Cyber Operations, Special Operations, and Homeland Protection Mission Areas.You will be responsible for researching and developing innovative solutions for military and Government sponsors. You will apply problem solving and analysis to areas related to telecommunications, remote sensing, anomaly detection, etc.You will lead the research and development of innovative solutions to solve complex problems in the field of wireless communications. You will identify appropriate algorithms and approaches for solving critical communications problems using advanced signal processing, data processing, and machine learning techniques. You will develop software prototypes of novel signal processing approaches.You will document work in formal technical reports and informal memoranda and present work to sponsors and the technical community.You will support testing of prototype and operational systems working closely with sponsors to ensure mission success. QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...Have a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or another related technical field.Have at least one year of relevant experience in wireless communications engineering.Have demonstrated, strong teamwork and interpersonal skills along with effective oral and written communications skills.Are capable of working on projects independently.Have the ability to travel within the continental United States; Travel to sponsor sites local to APL may also be required.Have the ability to obtain an Interim Top Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.You 'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...Have at least five years of experience in commercial and/or government Wireless Communications Engineering.Have hands-on experience in some combination of the following implementation languages: MATLAB, Python, C++/C, PyTorch, Tensorflow.Can demonstrate recent knowledge of DoD and/or intelligence community, sponsors, and programs.Hold an active Top Secret clearance or higher.Why work at APL The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.#LI-AG1 About UsAPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

DescriptionAre you a computer networking scientist or engineer interested in helping our nation develop the future of space-based networked constellations Does learning about new networking protocols, security standards, and autonomous management approaches sound like a fun and engaging challenge If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.We are seeking a computer networking professional to help us architect the next generation of space-based networks in near-Earth, cislunar, and deep space. Our missions include the robotic exploration of our solar system spanning Sol's corona to Pluto, and beyond. Our spacecraft technologies help our civilian space and national security space sponsors reason about multiple new technologies including space-based networking, machine learning, cyber security, and image recognition. As a member of our team, you will develop novel solutions for networking embedded, real-time space systems. You will work with teams of engineers and scientists passionate about innovation and driven to make a real difference. We strive to cultivate an environment that promotes professional growth, a balanced life, and encourage diversity of thought.As a space networking systems engineer, Your primary responsibility will be to work with our sponsors to develop space networking architectures, to include the technical analysis of emerging networking protocols and standards.You will contribute to the constructions of networking simulation and emulation environments to collect metrics, demonstrate benefits, and assess new technologies for our sponsors.You will collaborate with a variety of sponsors and experts in the field of computer networking and help craft the protocols, standards, and implementations that will make our nation's space-based networking aspirations a reality.You will become part of a team of flight software engineers, spacecraft systems engineers, and data system engineers passionately working towards the exploration of our solar system. QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field.Have 5+ years of experience engineering computer networking software and/or networked software applications.Have an understanding of the technical details of modern networking and transport protocols (e.g., IPv4, IPv6, UDP, TCP, QUIC), network management protocols (NETCONF, RESTCONF), and security protocols (IPSec, TLS).Have demonstrated experience delivering and deploying embedded software solutions to operational systems.Have working knowledge of agile methodology, techniques, and frameworks to deliver software solutions.Good interpersonal skills - capable of working independently or collaboratively on a team.Good written and oral communication skills.Hold an active Top Secret security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...Possess a Master's Degree or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field.Have 7 or more years of professional work experience.Have experience developing or deploying network infrastructure technologies, including routers, switches, load balancers, and wireless access points.Have written real-time and/or spacecraft flight software or have knowledge of flight software frameworks such as the Core Flight Executive (CFE) or Core Flight Services (CFS).Have experience with Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) protocols and/or systems for time-transfer.Have familiarity with newer networking protocols such as BPv7 and BPSec.Be Part of Something InnovativeOver the past 25 years, the Space Exploration Sector at APL, has pushed the boundaries of what is possible; delivering game-changing impacts to sponsors like NASA and the Department of Defense. This includes historic, science space firsts like New Horizons reaching Pluto, Parker Solar Probe being the first to “touch” the sun, and the DART mission that redirected an asteroid for planetary defense. As a not-for-profit university affiliated research center, APL also delivered solutions to our nation’s national security challenges, as proven with the recent Deep Space Advanced Radar Concept (DARC) Tech Demo, and acts as a trusted partner with the US Space Force in space domain awareness and space-integrated warfare.APL teams are currently developing missions that will advance the search for life in the Solar System through programs such as Europa Clipper and Dragonfly, exploring the lunar and cislunar domains, and providing fundamental knowledge of our Sun’s influence on the near-Earth environment through IMAP and other research and technology endeavors. To learn about these APL’s mission and projects, https://civspace.jhuapl.edu/ and https://www.jhuapl.edu/OurWork/NationalSecuritySpace.Why work at APL The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities athttp://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.#LI-KW1 About UsAPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact . Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.