Draper Labs
Overview
Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.
Job Description Summary An Offensive Cybersecurity Engineer (SMTS) leverages an understanding of hardware, firmware/software, and existing or custom tooling to evaluate systems for vulnerabilities and/or to develop software to exploit and alter the behavior of a system. Offensive Security Engineers are responsible for both identifying and defeating modern defensive security techniques in both hardware and software to deliver software that can withstand environmental scrutiny. Works independently, in conjunction with defensive software or hardware cybersecurity professionals for red team efforts, or with other cross‑domain professionals for targets that intersect other technical areas.
Duties/Responsibilities
Assess hardware and software for security vulnerabilities using a breadth of technologies and techniques.
Develop software that meets behavior and security requirements for tailored applications.
Integrate software capabilities with other tasks or groups to improve performance or behavior requirements.
Create new tools and systems to detect and exploit vulnerabilities and system weaknesses.
Document nominal application and system functionality, in addition to implemented changes.
Drive solutions to complex problems with limited direction—contribute to requirements development, propose ways forward, and adapt appropriately to changes in requirements.
Provide insight and suggest design modifications based on analysis outcomes, applying analysis techniques across a range of technical disciplines.
Identify program‑ or system‑level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies.
Actively mentor less experienced engineers and provide thoughtful, constructive feedback.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Skills/Abilities
Curiosity‑driven approach to solving complex, customer‑driven problems as part of a multi‑disciplinary team.
Collaborate and communicate effectively and openly with multi‑disciplinary program team members, program leadership, and non‑technical personnel.
Be a team player able to work in a fast‑paced environment with the ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands.
Education Requires a bachelor’s in computer science, computer engineering, or related field.
Experience 5–10 years of experience in cybersecurity or a related field is required.
Additional Job Description Requirements:
8+ years of experience in offensive security positions, primarily focused on red‑team roles within the national‑security context.
Understanding of network protocols and computer architecture.
Written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of threat modeling, threat intelligence, and incident response.
Scripting experience.
Understanding of DevOps and CI/CD.
Experience working with systems engineers.
Understanding of basic cryptography.
Demonstrated leadership.
Preferred:
Exploit development and assembly code.
Fault injection and side channels.
Certifications are a plus but not required.
Candidates selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Secret Clearance is preferred.
Job Location Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139-3563
Compensation The US base salary range for this full‑time position is $82,300.00 – $205,750.00.
EEO Statement Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high‑performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.
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Job Description Summary An Offensive Cybersecurity Engineer (SMTS) leverages an understanding of hardware, firmware/software, and existing or custom tooling to evaluate systems for vulnerabilities and/or to develop software to exploit and alter the behavior of a system. Offensive Security Engineers are responsible for both identifying and defeating modern defensive security techniques in both hardware and software to deliver software that can withstand environmental scrutiny. Works independently, in conjunction with defensive software or hardware cybersecurity professionals for red team efforts, or with other cross‑domain professionals for targets that intersect other technical areas.
Duties/Responsibilities
Assess hardware and software for security vulnerabilities using a breadth of technologies and techniques.
Develop software that meets behavior and security requirements for tailored applications.
Integrate software capabilities with other tasks or groups to improve performance or behavior requirements.
Create new tools and systems to detect and exploit vulnerabilities and system weaknesses.
Document nominal application and system functionality, in addition to implemented changes.
Drive solutions to complex problems with limited direction—contribute to requirements development, propose ways forward, and adapt appropriately to changes in requirements.
Provide insight and suggest design modifications based on analysis outcomes, applying analysis techniques across a range of technical disciplines.
Identify program‑ or system‑level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies.
Actively mentor less experienced engineers and provide thoughtful, constructive feedback.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Skills/Abilities
Curiosity‑driven approach to solving complex, customer‑driven problems as part of a multi‑disciplinary team.
Collaborate and communicate effectively and openly with multi‑disciplinary program team members, program leadership, and non‑technical personnel.
Be a team player able to work in a fast‑paced environment with the ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands.
Education Requires a bachelor’s in computer science, computer engineering, or related field.
Experience 5–10 years of experience in cybersecurity or a related field is required.
Additional Job Description Requirements:
8+ years of experience in offensive security positions, primarily focused on red‑team roles within the national‑security context.
Understanding of network protocols and computer architecture.
Written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of threat modeling, threat intelligence, and incident response.
Scripting experience.
Understanding of DevOps and CI/CD.
Experience working with systems engineers.
Understanding of basic cryptography.
Demonstrated leadership.
Preferred:
Exploit development and assembly code.
Fault injection and side channels.
Certifications are a plus but not required.
Candidates selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Secret Clearance is preferred.
Job Location Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139-3563
Compensation The US base salary range for this full‑time position is $82,300.00 – $205,750.00.
EEO Statement Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high‑performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.
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