• Herndon, VA
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Position Title: Windows Developer – Kernel & Reverse EngineeringLocation: Arlington, VA or Herndon, VAClearance Required: Active ISA/TS (Top Secret) or higher

    Position Overview:We are seeking a highly skilled Windows Developer with expertise in kernel-level development and reverse engineering to join our advanced technology team in Arlington or Herndon, VA. This role is critical for designing, developing, and analyzing low-level Windows components to support national security and cyber defense missions.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Design and implement software components in the Windows kernel space.

    • Perform reverse engineering of binaries to identify functionality, vulnerabilities, or behaviors.

    • Collaborate with cybersecurity analysts, researchers, and fellow engineers to develop cutting-edge tools and capabilities.

    • Analyze undocumented OS behaviors and contribute to low-level system integration.

    • Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following security best practices.

    Required Qualifications:

    • Strong experience in Windows kernel development (e.g., drivers, low-level APIs, internals).

    • Solid reverse engineering skills using tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, WinDbg, etc.

    • Proficiency in C/C++ and experience with debugging and performance tuning.

    • Deep understanding of Windows OS internals and system architecture.

    • Active ISA/TS clearance or higher (no exceptions).

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Experience with malware analysis, exploit development, or vulnerability research.

    • Familiarity with secure coding practices and hardened system development.

    • Background working in national security, defense, or intelligence domains.

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    LocationHerndon, VA

    Skills

    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Application Programming Interface (API)unmatched
    • Best Practicesunmatched
    • C Programming Languageunmatched
    • C++ Programming Languageunmatched
    • Computer Securityunmatched
    • Debugging Skillsunmatched
    • Defense Intelligenceunmatched
    • Engineeringunmatched
    • IDA Prounmatched
    • ISA Standardsunmatched
    • Internet Securityunmatched
    • Kernel Programmingunmatched
    • Malware Analysisunmatched
    • Microsoft Windows Operating Systemunmatched
    • Microsoft Windows System Internals/Programmingunmatched
    • Operating Systemsunmatched
    • Performance Tuning/Optimizationunmatched
    • Reverse Engineeringunmatched
    • Secure Codingunmatched
    • Software Designunmatched
    • System Architectureunmatched
    • System Integration (SI)unmatched
    • Top Secret Clearanceunmatched
    • WinDbgunmatched

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