Defensive Cyber Software Developer

About the role

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Defensive Cyber Software Developer in our INTEL Sector's Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. This is a full-time position based in Lawton, OK, requiring the candidate to be a US Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Developing software and/or techniques in the protection of data and networks on tactical systems as well as detection of, identification of and potential response to attacks.
• Researching and developing signature and behavior-based defensive techniques against adversarial attacks on tactical networks.
• Working with a development team to provide quality performant solutions that require collaboration with internal experts, deep analyses and understanding of impact on end‑product/solution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, computer engineering, cyber engineering or similar degree from an ABET‑accredited program
• Minimum 2+ years of professional development in C, C++, Rust, Go, or similar compiled languages
• Minimum 2+ years of experience (professional or not) with Python and various scripting languages
• Experience using Linux at a comfortable daily use level
• Experience with version control tools
• Familiarity with an iterative software design process, such as Agile and/or Continuous Delivery, as well as common tooling associated with the process, such as Jira and Jenkins
• A good understanding of networking – protocols at all layers of the networking stack and network architecture
• Knowledge of general software development best practices
• Must be a US Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance
• Ability to travel to customer sites up to 20% of time

Qualifications

• Experience using Wireshark
• Firm understanding of Cybersecurity
• Basic understanding of UI/UX principles along with familiarity of web development
• Certifications such as Network+, Security+, CySA+, Linux+

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
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