Senior Cyber Vulnerability Researcher - TS/SCI required

We harness the power of innovation so that you can change the world and help our customers solve their most complex challenges

Virginia
Hybrid
R184397
Engineering
Top Secret SCI
Additional posting locations:
US - Remote (Any Location)
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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for a Senior Cyber Vulnerability Researcher to join the team! In this role, you will support the development of tools and products enabling cyber vulnerability research and testing at the application, operating system, hardware, and network levels. This position is flexible for remote and/or office work with strong career growth opportunities.

What You’ll be Doing:

  • Provide mentorship and direction to engineers and researchers on threat research and development goals
  • Test and evaluate 3rd party capabilities using open source and proprietary tools
  • Craft unique, tailor-made emulated threat scenarios leveraging tools such as Python/Scapy, Caldera, Metasploit
  • Document and collaborate on scenario development and findings with team members, both internal and external
  • Develop and maintain threat scenario automations using combinations of Bash, Python, Java, Selenium
  • Coordinate, develop, and test scenario preparation activities with the Cyber Range team

What Required Skills You’ll Bring:

  • Bachelor's Degree (Master's Degree preferred) and minimum of 8+ years of professional experience
  • TS/SCI is required
  • U.S. citizenship is required
  • Ability to provide critical analysis and review of test plans, test results, and documentation
  • Ability to learn, adapt, develop, test, and troubleshoot at all application and operating system layers
  • Excellent written and verbal skills to communicate with technical team members, managers and customers
  • Scripting and software development using Python/Java/C++
  • Proficiency with Linux and command line environments (Ubuntu, Red Hat, Rocky)
  • Familiarity with virtualization technologies (e.g. VMware, KVM, Proxmox)

What Desired Skills You’ll Bring

  • Proficient in analyzing performance issues and testing efficiency improvements
  • Familiarity of networking concepts and protocols at all layers of the OSI model
  • Familiarity with the MITRE ATT&CK Framework and Cyber Security concepts

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.​

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Financial Wellness

We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.

Work Life Harmony

Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.

Career Development

We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.

Veteran Support

We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.

Mind & Body

At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.

Health

Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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