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Reverse Engineer and Offensive Cyber Developer

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) Laurel, MD

Laurel, MD

3mo ago Closed

$100k - $245k/yr Full time Assembly C++ Cybersecurity

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed May 11, 2026).

Job Description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory seeks an experienced reverse engineer and offensive cyber developer for an onsite role in Laurel, MD, offering a salary range of USD 100,000 - 245,000 per year.

Responsibilities

Reverse engineer the software, firmware, and hardware of target systems to identify vulnerabilities and attack surfaces
Collaborate in teams to modify device firmware and software to enable additional effects or alternative communication methods
Operationalize proof-of-concept code through thorough testing, documentation, and integration with sponsor systems
Propose promising ideas for internal and external funding opportunities
Share and enhance knowledge by clearly articulating ideas through papers and presentations to government decision makers, team members, and senior management

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or another discipline relevant to the work
At least 2 years of proven experience reverse engineering or developing offensive cyber capabilities
Strong understanding of operating system fundamentals and internals, exploitation techniques, and mitigations
Development experience in low-level languages such as assembly or C/C++
Experience using software or hardware debuggers to diagnose and fix complex problems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to obtain a Secret level security clearance by start date, with potential to obtain a TS/SCI level clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for access to classified information

Technologies

Assembly
C/C++

Benefits

Robust education assistance program
Unparalleled retirement contributions
Healthy work-life balance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Flexible spending accounts
Training and development opportunities

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