Job description

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our team supporting the FBI. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS : Experience • 4+ years of experience with software development • Experience in exploit development or malware reverse engineering • Experience with using industry standard analysis tools including disassemblers, decompilers, debuggers, VMs, and hex editors • Experience with penetration testing • Experience with software and firmware code assembly, disassembly, reverse engineering, software de-buggers, and diagnostic tools • Knowledge of TCP/IP and data network protocols • Experience with establishing, maintaining, and using small networks • Demonstrated experience supporting government agencies, customers, or contracts within federal environments. This includes the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Civil agencies, and military organizations. Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the customer environment, requirements, and operational landscape, is highly desirable. Education • Bachelor's Degree or work equivalent experience Clearance • Top Secret Clearance RESPONSIBILITIES • Perform reverse engineering and vulnerability research services. • Leverage analysis tools including disassemblers, decompilers, and debuggers. • Research and understand adversaries’ tactics, techniques, and procedures to enable the success of mission owners. • Use vulnerability analysis, exploitation, and defensive process experience to execute offensive cyber operations that inform critical security missions. • Apply leading-edge principles, theories, and technologies and contribute to the development of new cyber operations concepts and tradecraft. COMPETENCIES • Establish Focus • Change Management • Develop Others • Oral Communication • Written Communication • Interpersonal Awareness • Build Relationships • Analytical Thinking • Conceptual Thinking • Strategic Thinking • Technical Expertise • Initiative • Foster Innovation • Results Oriented • Teamwork • Customer Service WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Location: Washington, D.C. • Type of environment: Office • Noise level: Medium • Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs. • Amount of Travel: 10% WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE U.S. Citizen Top Secret Clearance WAGE INFORMATION Target salary range: $140,000 $175,000. The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined based on several factors, including the individual’s combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The listed salary represents one component of the total compensation package for employees. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. OTHER INFORMATION Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. Apply now to explore jobs with us at www.TekSynap.com . We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays. TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment. By applying to a role at TekSynap you are providing consent to receive text messages regarding your interview and employment status. If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP". As part of the application process, you agree that TekSynap Corporation may retain and use your name, e-mail, and contact information for purposes related to employment consideration. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact hr@teksynap.com for assistance.

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We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our team supporting the FBI.
4+ years of experience with software development
Experience in exploit development or malware reverse engineering
Experience with using industry standard analysis tools including disassemblers, decompilers, debuggers, VMs, and hex editors
Experience with penetration testing
Experience with software and firmware code assembly, disassembly, reverse engineering, software de-buggers, and diagnostic tools
Knowledge of TCP/IP and data network protocols
Experience with establishing, maintaining, and using small networks
Bachelor's Degree or work equivalent experience
Top Secret Clearance
Perform reverse engineering and vulnerability research services.
Leverage analysis tools including disassemblers, decompilers, and debuggers.
Research and understand adversaries’ tactics, techniques, and procedures to enable the success of mission owners.
Use vulnerability analysis, exploitation, and defensive process experience to execute offensive cyber operations that inform critical security missions.
Apply leading-edge principles, theories, and technologies and contribute to the development of new cyber operations concepts and tradecraft.
Establish Focus
Change Management
Develop Others
Oral Communication
Written Communication
Interpersonal Awareness
Build Relationships
Analytical Thinking
Conceptual Thinking

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Platform: icims
Effort: medium

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Dental

Vision

401k