AI Cyber Capabilities Developer

Salary: $124000 - 342000 per year Requirements: We require a bachelors degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related discipline. We require at least 5 years of relevant professional experience. We need experience building agentic AI systems that include planning, memory, tool use, and multi-step reasoning. We need proficiency with debuggers and static analysis tools such as Ghidra. We require experience with modern AI development platforms such as Claude Code, Gemini, Codex, or Copilot. We need fluency in one or more programming languages. We require a solid understanding of Unix/Linux operating systems. We value persistence, problem-solving ability, and a strong interest in tackling technical challenges. We require an active TS/SCI clearance and the ability to ultimately obtain TS/SCI with polygraph clearance. We require eligibility for access to classified information, including U.S. citizenship. Preferred qualifications include technical leadership and mentoring experience. Preferred qualifications include applying AI to reverse engineering, vulnerability research, or exploit development. Preferred qualifications include designing production-ready agent workflows with orchestration, evaluation, guardrails, observability, and reliability testing. Preferred qualifications include familiarity with virtualization, emulation, sandboxing, or automated analysis environments. Preferred qualifications include knowledge of advanced vulnerability discovery tools. Preferred qualifications include an active TS/SCI clearance with full-scope polygraph. Responsibilities: We reverse engineer mission-relevant systems and develop innovative exploits. We design and implement agentic AI systems to automate vulnerability research, reverse engineering, and capability development workflows. We work with government sponsors and operators to build capabilities aligned to mission needs. We integrate large language models, AI services, external tools, and data sources into full-stack cyber applications. We propose novel ideas for internal and external funding opportunities. We mentor teammates on using AI to strengthen offensive cyber capability development. We communicate ideas clearly through papers and presentations for teammates, APL leadership, and government decision makers. Technologies: AI Claude Code Copilot Support Linux Security Unix LESS More: We are the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), where we bring world-class expertise to our nations most critical defense, security, space, and science challenges. We offer a dynamic, mission-driven culture that values collaboration, creativity, continuous learning, and diverse perspectives. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, strong retirement contributions, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and training and development support. Our campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area, and applications are accepted on a rolling basis. We are committed to equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for individuals of all abilities. The posted salary range is $105,000 to $290,000 annually, with additional compensation possibilities depending on role and circumstances. last updated 27 week of 2026