Principal Cyber Engineer
Description For Principal Cyber Engineer
AnaVation, a leader in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community, is seeking a Principal Cyber Engineer to join their innovative team. This role presents a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge mobile device forensic analysis and vulnerability research, making a real impact in the federal law enforcement sector.
The position offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement in Lorton, VA, with up to three days of remote work per week. As a principal engineer, you'll be part of a high-performing, geographically dispersed team focusing on complex technical challenges in mobile device reverse engineering and security analysis.
The role requires a strong background in software development, with at least 8 years of experience and expertise in various programming languages including Python, C, and potentially Rust. You'll be working with relational databases, performing mobile application decompiling, and analyzing raw binary data. The position demands strong skills in collaborative coding, unit testing, and Agile development practices.
What makes this opportunity stand out is the combination of challenging technical work in cybersecurity and mobile forensics, along with excellent benefits including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k with immediate vesting, and professional development opportunities. The company culture emphasizes innovation and personal growth, making it an ideal environment for experienced engineers looking to advance their careers.
The position requires a Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain an SCI clearance with a polygraph, indicating the high-impact nature of the work. You'll be contributing to critical national security initiatives while working with cutting-edge technology and a collaborative team of experts.
AnaVation offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth through tuition and training reimbursement. The company's commitment to solving complex technical challenges in the intelligence community means you'll be working on meaningful projects that make a real difference in national security.
Responsibilities For Principal Cyber Engineer
- Design, develop, test, and integrate software features
- Work as part of a geographically dispersed team
- Perform mobile device forensic analysis
- Conduct mobile device reverse engineering
- Perform vulnerability research efforts
- Apply software engineering and database practices
- Deliver reliable, scalable, and maintainable solutions
Requirements For Principal Cyber Engineer
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline
- Minimum of 8 years of experience as a Software Developer
- Experience with relational databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, SQLite)
- Experience with Python, C and other languages
- Source control management with Git
- Android internals RE skills
- Mobile application decompiling
- Ability to analyze and understand raw binary data
- Excellent developer documentation skills
- Experience with collaborative coding
- Skills in unit testing and best practices
- Experience with Agile development teams
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Top Secret clearance and ability to obtain SCI clearance with polygraph
Benefits For Principal Cyber Engineer
- Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for employee and dependents
- 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents
- 100% company paid long-term and short term disability insurance
- 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents
- 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting
- Competitive Pay
- Generous paid leave and holiday package
- Tuition and training reimbursement
- Life and AD&D Insurance
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