CNO Vulnerability Researcher, SME Navstar, Inc.CNO Vulnerability Researcher, SMEColumbia, MD$150,000–$275,000 / yearOccasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations. Researches and maintains proficiency in tools, techniques, countermeasures, and trends in computer network vulnerabilities, static and dynamic program analysis, network security, and encryption.
Cyber Reverse Engineer/Vulnerability Researcher RTX CorpCyber Reverse Engineer/Vulnerability ResearcherColumbia, MDAs part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote. The following position is to join our BBN Technologies team: Role Overview: BBN is looking for an individual excited by the prospect of developing exploits, implants, and payloads to deter and defeat our Nation's adversaries.
Quantum Researcher Scientist Pivot Path SolutionsQuantum Researcher ScientistGaithersburg, MDThe successful candidate will bring demonstrated expertise in one or more areas, including quantum computing, quantum sensing and metrology, quantum communications and networking, quantum optics, superconducting or atomic quantum systems, quantum algorithms, or quantum error correction. Experience with superconducting circuits or qubits, trapped ions, neutral atoms, quantum photonics, single-photon systems, quantum sensors, or comparable quantum platforms.
2027 PhD Graduate - Vulnerability Researcher - Offensive Cyber Capabilities Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLC2027 PhD Graduate - Vulnerability Researcher - Offensive Cyber CapabilitiesLaurel, MDWe're looking for motivated and enthusiastic engineers who are excited to dive deep into embedded systems, discover vulnerabilities, and build offensive cyber capabilities that solve real-world national security challenges. The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges.
2027 PhD Graduate - Postdoctoral Researcher in Robotics and Autonomous Systems Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLC2027 PhD Graduate - Postdoctoral Researcher in Robotics and Autonomous SystemsLaurel, MDOur team develops robotic capabilities and low-size, weight, and power (SWaP) autonomous systems to address the nation's immediate needs, bringing together experts spanning platform design, embedded autonomy, perception, and mission-level behaviors, with a strong emphasis on hands-on system development, rapid prototyping, and field experimentation. This position is ideal for candidates who want to bridge cutting-edge research and operational deployment, working on systems that extend human capabilities and operate in high-risk or denied environments.
Advanced Optical Component Design and Characterization Researcher Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLCAdvanced Optical Component Design and Characterization ResearcherLaurel, MDAs part of a multi-disciplinary research team, you will join computational and experimental scientists and engineers who are passionate about developing innovative solutions that can impact the future development and application of electromagnetic devices using novel metasurface and phase-change material designs. As a Design and Characterization Researcher: Your primary responsibilities will be to (1) utilize computational tools to design and simulate the performance of optical metasurfaces, and (2) perform experiments to characterize the performance of metasurfaces in the optical frequency range.
Lead Cyber Vulnerability Researcher Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLCLead Cyber Vulnerability ResearcherLaurel, MDThe Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. APL provides eligible staff with a 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.
Sr. Cyber AI Operations Researcher Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLCSr. Cyber AI Operations ResearcherLaurel, MDCyber AI Operations Researcher you will: Provide subject matter expertise in the areas of Cyber AI Operations and Mission Assurance Develop innovative, cutting-edge prototype solutions to tradecraft-driven problems for DoD and IC customers by blending latest research and industry best practices. Have experience with integrating full spectrum cyber AI operations (network operations, defensive cyberspace operations, and offensive cyberspace operations) and conventional military operations (kinetic, information, and electronic warfare).
2027 PhD Graduate - Cyber Vulnerability Researcher Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLC2027 PhD Graduate - Cyber Vulnerability ResearcherLaurel, MDAs a multidisciplinary research center, APL also encourages collaboration across disciplines, giving you the opportunity to work alongside world-class experts in fields such as artificial intelligence, biotechnology, space exploration, radio communications, and additive manufacturing. APL provides eligible staff with a 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.
Bioassay Researcher Guidehouse IncBioassay ResearcherSilver Spring, MD$85,000–$141,000 / yearThis position will provide scientific and laboratory research support for approved bioassay projects focused on establishing, characterizing, optimizing, and validating cell-based and biochemical assays for biological therapeutics. The researcher will support laboratory-based experiments to advance bioassay development and characterization, including transcytosis and permeation assays for evaluating the deposition and transport of biological therapeutics.
Ceramics Researcher Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLCCeramics ResearcherLaurel, MDAPL provides eligible staff with a 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. Have 2+ years of experience synthesizing and processing materials, particularly advanced ceramics, graded materials, ceramic matrix composites, or high temperature oxide and non-oxide based materials.
Cyber Security Vulnerability Researcher Advanced Colsa CorporationCyber Security Vulnerability Researcher AdvancedMDCOLSA considers various factors when determining base salary offers, but not limited to, location, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline or equivalent.
Senior Principal Vulnerability Researcher Nightwing Intelligence SolutionsSenior Principal Vulnerability ResearcherAnnapolis Junction, Maryland$122,000–$253,000 / yearFor over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world’s most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization.
Robotics Researcher Johns Hopkins Applied Physics LaboratoryRobotics ResearcherLaurel, MarylandFull timeThe Robotics Group in the Research and Exploratory Development Department is an interdisciplinary team of researchers that is inventing the future across the broad spectrum of robotics, with applications that strengthen national defense, improve healthcare, advance space exploration, and address critical challenges facing the nation. We are a multidisciplinary team focused on groundbreaking impacts in the areas of robotics control, machine learning, generative AI, human-robot and robot-robot teaming, assured autonomy, and novel robot design.
Reverse Engineer/Vulnerability Researcher - Hybrid The Josef GroupReverse Engineer/Vulnerability Researcher - HybridAnnapolis, MarylandYou will leverage your expertise in operating system internals, network protocols, and systems-level languages to build secure, scalable infrastructure while actively reverse-engineering malware threats. In this role, you will bridge the gap between deep technical execution and client engagement, spending approximately 25% of your time interacting directly with customers to understand their needs, present findings, and deliver robust technical solutions.
2027 PhD Graduate - Post Doctoral in Robotics Researcher Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory2027 PhD Graduate - Post Doctoral in Robotics ResearcherLaurel, MarylandFull timeThe Robotics Group in the Research and Exploratory Development Department is an interdisciplinary team of researchers that is inventing the future across the broad spectrum of robotics, with applications that strengthen national defense, improve healthcare, advance space exploration, and address critical challenges facing the nation. We are a multidisciplinary team focused on groundbreaking impacts in the areas of robotics control, agentic AI, human-robot and robot-robot teaming, assured autonomy, and novel robot design.
2027 PhD Graduate -Robotics Researcher Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory2027 PhD Graduate -Robotics ResearcherLaurel, MarylandFull timeThe Robotics Group in the Research and Exploratory Development Department is an interdisciplinary team of researchers and engineers that is inventing the future across the broad spectrum of robotics, with applications that strengthen national defense, advance space exploration, improve healthcare, and address critical challenges facing the nation. Current research areas include generative AI for robotic applications, advanced robotic control, robot perception & reasoning, novel robotic systems, human-robot teaming, multi-agent coordination, and safe/assured autonomy.
Senior Reverse Engineer / Vulnerability Researcher Johns Hopkins Applied Physics LaboratorySenior Reverse Engineer / Vulnerability ResearcherLaurel, MarylandFull timeWork alongside APL experts in domains such as missile defense, space, and maritime systems to understand the operational significance of your reverse engineering discoveries. The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges.
2027 PhD Graduate - Cyber Researcher - Capabilities Development Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory2027 PhD Graduate - Cyber Researcher - Capabilities DevelopmentLaurel, MarylandFull timeHave experience in the development of related documents that define processes, solutions, requirements, and specifications for government agencies (military, federal departments/agencies, state, and local) and public organizations to collaborate and achieve greater cybersecurity. Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent interpersonal skills, outstanding oral and written communication skills, good organizational skills, and the ability to work in teams.
2027 PhD Postdoctoral Researcher in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Detection, Biosurveillance, and Mitigation of Emerging Biological Threats Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory2027 PhD Postdoctoral Researcher in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Detection, Biosurveillance, and Mitigation of Emerging Biological ThreatsLaurel, MarylandFull timeAs a member of our team, your primary responsibility will be to contribute to a high‑impact portfolio of research, development, and validation projects that improve understanding and mitigation of biological threats using AI‑driven models and in‑silico simulation. Strong technical background that includes direct experience with AI (including machine learning) methods for public health or biological systems and a track record of peer‑reviewed publications.