2027 Graduate -Cybersecurity Software Engineer - Cyber Concepts

About the role

Cyberattacks are growing in number and severity, impacting industries and services crucial to maintaining our day-to-day life and national security. Energy, health, commerce, and defense are constantly under attack, and successful breaches have far-reaching consequences. Our group works to defend our nation from cyberattacks by channeling our interests to develop state-of-the-art technologies. We are seeking graduates who are passionate about software development, systems engineering, or cybersecurity to join our Cyber Concepts and Exploration group (QCE) to contribute to our mission of creating solutions to the most pressing cybersecurity problems. If you are graduating in 2027 with a Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity or other similar disciplines and want to work in an exciting and collaborative environment to solve challenging technical national security problems, we'd love to have you join our group.

Responsibilities

• Work on projects focusing on formal methods, malware analysis, quantum computing, cryptography, or assured software development
• Network and learn from experienced individuals across industry and academia
• Participate in fun activities like our yearly summer cookout and weekly board game nights

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity or other similar discipline
• Programming experience with Java, Python, C/C++, or other common programming languages
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and on a team
• Interest in performing research and exploring new cyber and software concepts
• Ability to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by start date and ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance
• U.S. citizenship (required for security clearance eligibility)

Preferred qualifications

• Experience applying cyber security principles
• Strong software engineering skills and familiarity with version control systems
• Strong background in discrete math or algorithms
• Experience with malware detection, formal methods, cryptography, or computer networks
• Experience with Rust, Docker, Ansible, AWS, Git, or Linux development
• Active DoD Clearance

Benefits

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. 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 of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas.

• Robust education assistance program
• Unparalleled retirement contributions
• Healthy work/life balance
• Comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development

APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area.

Pay

Minimum Rate: $85,000 Annually

Maximum Rate: $165,000 Annually

Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. 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.