Cyber Security Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Principal Cyber Engineer to support a specialized IC mission in Sterling, VA. This is a fully-funded program long-term program and focuses on offensive and defensive cyber capabilities. The Principal Cyber Engineer will work on-site, collaborating directly with end users to develop high-impact mobile applications and integrate reverse engineering insights into mission-critical software.

Responsibilities for the Principal Cyber Engineer include:

• Develop and maintain mobile applications tailored to mission needs
• Apply reverse engineering techniques to inform software development
• Engineer solutions using C/C++ on Unix/Linux platforms with Make/CMake
• Collaborate with users to refine and optimize cyber capabilities
• Work with disassemblers and decompilers such as Ghidra and HexRays
• Contribute to large open-source projects (e.g., AOSP)

Required Qualifications for the Principal Cyber Engineer include:

• 8+ years of experience in C/C++ development on Unix/Linux
• Hands-on experience with Android or other mobile platforms
• Familiarity with reverse engineering tools (Ghidra, HexRays)
• Experience working with large open-source codebases
• Active TS/SCI Clearance

Compensation for the Principal Cyber Engineer includes:

• Salary Range: $140,000–$180,000 depending on experience
• Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and sick leave if required by law.

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