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Leidos

Defensive Cyber Software Developer

Leidos
Lawton, OK $87k - $157k/yr Full time Posted 5d ago
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Job Description

Leidos is seeking a Mid-Level Defensive Cyber Software Developer to support the INTEL Sector Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA) and the Lawton, OK-based Leidos Cyber Electromagnetic Activity (CEMA) team. In this onsite role, you will help build software and techniques used to detect, identify, and respond to cyber and EW threats targeting US weapon systems. The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.

Location: Lawton, OK (onsite)
Compensation: $87,100 - $157,450 per year

What you’ll do

  • Develop software and/or defensive techniques to protect data and network capabilities, including detecting, identifying, and responding to attacks and presenting findings to users using the most effective methods.
  • Conduct research and development of signature and behavior-based defensive techniques for adversarial attacks on tactical networks.
  • Create technical solutions that involve collaboration with internal experts, deep analysis, and understanding of how changes impact the end-product or solution.

What you bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, cyber engineering, or a similar field from an ABET-accredited program.
  • 4+ years of professional development using C, C++, Rust, Go, or similar compiled languages.
  • 2+ years of professional experience with Python and Bash or similar scripting languages.
  • Comfort with software build systems such as CMake, Meson, or Bazel.
  • Experience with version control tools.
  • Experience with UI/UX development.
  • Familiarity with an iterative design process such as Agile and/or Continuous Delivery, including common tooling like Jira and Jenkins.
  • Strong understanding of networking, including protocols across all layers and overall network architecture.
  • Knowledge of general software development best practices.
  • Professional experience with Linux, up to and including basic administration.
  • Must be a US citizen and able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.
  • Ability to travel to customer sites up to 20% of the time.

Additional assets (preferred)

  • Experience using Wireshark.
  • Strong grasp of cybersecurity and recent tracking of cyber events.
  • Relevant certifications such as Network+, Security+, CySA+, and/or Linux+.

Technologies you’ll work with

  • C, C++, Rust, Go
  • Python, Bash
  • CMake, Meson, Bazel
  • Jira, Jenkins
  • Linux
  • Agile

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
  • 11 paid Holidays
  • 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting
  • Flexible Schedules
  • Discounted Stock Purchase Plans
  • Technical Upskilling
  • Education and Training Support
  • Parental Paid Leave

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