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Cyber Developer Senior - VR

BAE Systems
BAE Systems Salary
Chantilly, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/8/2026

Job Description
This position is for a senior level, experienced vulnerability researcher that will identify, analyze, and test for security weaknesses in software, hardware, and systems to understand how they can be exploited by attackers and security professionals. The cyber capability developer will conduct research, devleop solutions, and implement operational and analytic capabilities to strengthen technical operation associated with complex criminal and national security activities.
As a key senior cyber capability developer for vulnerability research, you will plan and lead major technology assignments. Evaluate performance results and recommend major changes affecting short-term project growth and sucess. You will be expected to function as a technical expert across multiple project assignments and may be tasked to supervise others.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
A six year of vulnerability research (VR) experience may be substituted for bachelors degree in computer science or related technical degree.
Experience required with
VR and reverse engineering tools such as Ghidra, IDAPro Binary Ninja, WinDbg, x64dbg, and related debuggers/disassemblers.
Reverse engineering across multiple architectures (x86/x64, ARM/ARM64, MIPS, and others, as required)
Static and dynamic analysis of malicious binaries and scripts.
Scripting and automation to support analysis, using languages such as Python, PowerShel, and Bash
Ability to work independently on complex problems without higher tier escalation support including self-directed research, rapeid acquisition of new technical concepts, and applying reverse engineering expertise.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
For senior cyber capability developer an minimum of 8 years experience is preferred. In absence of 8 years experience, certifications, or past work may be used to show the level of experiecne needed to perform at this senior level. Experience in developing code using C/C , Go or Rust is preferred. Experience conducting VR for applications in Windows, Linux, MacOS, Android, iOS, and embedded IoT systems.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $115779 - $196825

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Salary : $115,779 - $196,825

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