Network Security Researcher
Job SummaryOur client's Cyber team is seeking a Senior Network Security Researcher to analyze, identify, and address potential vulnerabilities in computer networks and systems.
The position location is our Chantilly, VA office.
Travel to the Pentagon, Columbus OH, and/or other Customer locations may be necessary based on program or customer needs.
A?Network Security Researcher?at our client is knowledgeable on infrastructure and operation of transmission of data across the Internet and local networks.
Network Security Researchers are experts in the OSI model and have knowledge of encryption.
This job is right if you have a passion for understanding how machines talk to one another through packet inspection, troubleshooting anomalous network behavior, and designing solutions with a project team operating in a research environment.
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From Silicon to Systems - We are an elite, multi-disciplinary team, bringing together the brightest minds from physics, computer science, electrical engineering, and mathematics to develop unique embedded security solutions for government and industrial customers.
Our client has been trusted by elite government clients to solve some of the world's hardest security problems.
We work in small agile teams to push the bounds of computing technology.
Our high-powered labs include specialized software and hardware, so our engineer have everything they need to invent new Cyber solutions.
We encourage new ideas with our large Internal Research and Development (IR&D) program where engineers work on projects they are passionate about.
Inventors and innovators are rewarded by our industry-leading intellectual property compensation program.
Our group works collaboratively with many parts of Battelle's larger organization on projects ranging from genomics to robotics.
Responsibilities Develop and implement processes and procedures for quantitative evaluations of voice and video services (MOS, PESQ, etc.
) Lead development and implementation of architectures for simulating (and/or emulating) portions of a customer network in a lab environment for troubleshooting and analysis Research techniques used by Advanced Persistent Threats (APT) to move and communicate on the network.
?Determine which techniques would be blocked by customer network security controls and policies.
?Simulate remaining techniques in a lab and collect data to help develop detection approaches.
Research emerging trends in networking technology such as software defined networking, network function virtualization and virtual network functions.
?Develop experiments to analyze the potential impact of these technologies on customer networks and document results.
?As you gain knowledge of customer networks, define new areas for research and development.
? Provide technical briefings to team members, program management and customers as required.
Drive program and customer growth through on-project successes and strong, trusted relationships with customers.
Key Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, and (8) years of relevant experience; Master's degree in Computer Science or related field, and (5) years of relevant experience; PhD in Computer Science or related field, and (2) years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education/experience in a relevant field.
? Familiarity with IP networking concepts such as Quality of Service (Ethernet Class of Service, IP Differentiated Services Code Pointes, etc.
), multi-protocol label switching (MPLS), and IP security virtual private networks (IPSEC VPN).
? Adequate familiarity with standards and standards bodies (IEEE, IETF, ISO, ITU-T).
? Ability to communicate technical concepts to customers, program management and teammates.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications Experience with any behavioral models (MITRE ATT&CK, Lockheed Martin Cyber Kill Chain, etc.
.
) for advanced persistent threats (APT).
Graduate degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience.
Experience applying machine learning techniques to network packet capture (PCAP) data Hands on experience with packet capture (tcpdump, WireShark) and network intrusion detection (Snort, Suricata, Zeek, etc.
) tools.
Familiarity with the concepts of analog to digital conversion (quantization, sampling, etc.
.
) and perceptual encoding in the context of Voice over IP applications.
Familiarity with Python.
Familiarity with data science techniques
Benefits:
Live an Extraordinary Life We care about your well-being, not just on the job.
Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.
Balance life through a compressed work schedule:
Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off-giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
Take time to recharge:
You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
Prioritize wellness:
Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
Better together:
Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
Build your financial future:
Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan.
For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
Advance your education:
Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.
Flexible work arrangements:
You have options for where you work and when you work.
A Work Environment Where You Succeed For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity's most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.
You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:
Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery Collaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environment Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders Give back to and improve our communities About Korn Ferry Korn Ferry unleashes potential in people, teams, and organizations.
We work with our clients to design optimal organization structures, roles, and responsibilities.
We help them hire the right people and advise them on how to reward and motivate their workforce while developing professionals as they navigate and advance their careers.
To learn more, please visit Korn Ferry at ;/span> Recommended Skills Agile Methodology Communication Cryptography Customer Demand Planning Data Collection Data Science Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The position location is our Chantilly, VA office.
Travel to the Pentagon, Columbus OH, and/or other Customer locations may be necessary based on program or customer needs.
A?Network Security Researcher?at our client is knowledgeable on infrastructure and operation of transmission of data across the Internet and local networks.
Network Security Researchers are experts in the OSI model and have knowledge of encryption.
This job is right if you have a passion for understanding how machines talk to one another through packet inspection, troubleshooting anomalous network behavior, and designing solutions with a project team operating in a research environment.
.
From Silicon to Systems - We are an elite, multi-disciplinary team, bringing together the brightest minds from physics, computer science, electrical engineering, and mathematics to develop unique embedded security solutions for government and industrial customers.
Our client has been trusted by elite government clients to solve some of the world's hardest security problems.
We work in small agile teams to push the bounds of computing technology.
Our high-powered labs include specialized software and hardware, so our engineer have everything they need to invent new Cyber solutions.
We encourage new ideas with our large Internal Research and Development (IR&D) program where engineers work on projects they are passionate about.
Inventors and innovators are rewarded by our industry-leading intellectual property compensation program.
Our group works collaboratively with many parts of Battelle's larger organization on projects ranging from genomics to robotics.
Responsibilities Develop and implement processes and procedures for quantitative evaluations of voice and video services (MOS, PESQ, etc.
) Lead development and implementation of architectures for simulating (and/or emulating) portions of a customer network in a lab environment for troubleshooting and analysis Research techniques used by Advanced Persistent Threats (APT) to move and communicate on the network.
?Determine which techniques would be blocked by customer network security controls and policies.
?Simulate remaining techniques in a lab and collect data to help develop detection approaches.
Research emerging trends in networking technology such as software defined networking, network function virtualization and virtual network functions.
?Develop experiments to analyze the potential impact of these technologies on customer networks and document results.
?As you gain knowledge of customer networks, define new areas for research and development.
? Provide technical briefings to team members, program management and customers as required.
Drive program and customer growth through on-project successes and strong, trusted relationships with customers.
Key Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, and (8) years of relevant experience; Master's degree in Computer Science or related field, and (5) years of relevant experience; PhD in Computer Science or related field, and (2) years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education/experience in a relevant field.
? Familiarity with IP networking concepts such as Quality of Service (Ethernet Class of Service, IP Differentiated Services Code Pointes, etc.
), multi-protocol label switching (MPLS), and IP security virtual private networks (IPSEC VPN).
? Adequate familiarity with standards and standards bodies (IEEE, IETF, ISO, ITU-T).
? Ability to communicate technical concepts to customers, program management and teammates.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications Experience with any behavioral models (MITRE ATT&CK, Lockheed Martin Cyber Kill Chain, etc.
.
) for advanced persistent threats (APT).
Graduate degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience.
Experience applying machine learning techniques to network packet capture (PCAP) data Hands on experience with packet capture (tcpdump, WireShark) and network intrusion detection (Snort, Suricata, Zeek, etc.
) tools.
Familiarity with the concepts of analog to digital conversion (quantization, sampling, etc.
.
) and perceptual encoding in the context of Voice over IP applications.
Familiarity with Python.
Familiarity with data science techniques
Benefits:
Live an Extraordinary Life We care about your well-being, not just on the job.
Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.
Balance life through a compressed work schedule:
Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off-giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
Take time to recharge:
You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
Prioritize wellness:
Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
Better together:
Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
Build your financial future:
Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan.
For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
Advance your education:
Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.
Flexible work arrangements:
You have options for where you work and when you work.
A Work Environment Where You Succeed For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity's most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.
You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:
Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery Collaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environment Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders Give back to and improve our communities About Korn Ferry Korn Ferry unleashes potential in people, teams, and organizations.
We work with our clients to design optimal organization structures, roles, and responsibilities.
We help them hire the right people and advise them on how to reward and motivate their workforce while developing professionals as they navigate and advance their careers.
To learn more, please visit Korn Ferry at ;/span> Recommended Skills Agile Methodology Communication Cryptography Customer Demand Planning Data Collection Data Science Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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