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Principal Cyber Software Engineer (Part-time)

Pennsylvania State University

Johnstown, PA
Part Time
Senior
158k-230k
8 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Concurrent Technologies Corporation is seeking a Principal Cyber Software Engineer (Part-time) to join their Digital Mission Solutions (DMS) Division. The role involves working on cutting-edge IT solutions for high-priority areas within the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, and U.S. Government agencies. The company specializes in artificial intelligence, machine learning, cloud security, cybersecurity, and related disciplines, with a focus on innovative, customized solutions and DevSecOps practices. This position offers an opportunity to be part of a team committed to advancing IT capabilities and solving complex challenges in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Experience using GitLab/Jira and other DevOps tools, including building CI/CD pipelines and automated test tooling
  • Extensive experience with Python, especially automating infrastructure management or deployment
  • Troubleshooting C and/or C++ build/compile errors
  • Reverse Engineering, including symbolic execution
  • Use of Ghidra/IDA Pro (Ghidra preferred)
  • Knowledge of programming concepts related to memory allocation
  • Lower-level computing language/principles, especially debugging Assembly
  • Experience with Cyber Security research, especially malware anti-debugging, detection avoidance, or forensics

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science or related discipline and 10 years of directly related experience, or a Master's degree and 8 years of directly related experience, or a PhD and 6 years of directly related experience
  • Seven (7) or more years' experience in software development
  • Experience developing, maintaining, and enhancing complex software systems such as processing-intensive analytics, real-time systems, or large data manipulation
  • Ability to review and test software components for adherence to design requirements
  • Experience with software development methodologies appropriate to the environment
  • Ability to develop or implement algorithms to meet system performance and standards
  • Experience with software documentation, testing, and troubleshooting
  • Experience developing software on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems (minimum 2 years)

Nice to Have

  • Experience with symbolic execution and reverse engineering tools like Ghidra/IDA Pro
  • Knowledge of low-level programming and debugging Assembly
  • Experience in malware anti-debugging, detection avoidance, or forensics

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related discipline with 10 years of experience, or a Master's degree with 8 years, or a PhD with 6 years
  • Seven (7) or more years' experience in software development
  • Experience developing software on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems for at least 2 years

Benefits & Perks

  • Starting salary range of $158,000 - $230,000
  • Medical Insurance and Prescription
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement Assistance
  • Paid Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Retirement Plan

Working at Pennsylvania State University

Our teams at CTC are passionate and thrive on collaboration in a team environment. We encourage solving difficult problems through diverse and talented employees working together. We value work-life balance and recognize the importance of maintaining a proper mix of work and personal life. CTC offers exceptional career growth, cutting-edge technology, educational opportunities, and recognition for quality work.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 16, 2025
Salary158k-230k
Job TypePart Time
Work ModeRemote
ExperienceSenior

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Location

Johnstown, PA

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