Job Description:
Summary
A Software Developer / Engineer with Rust experience is sought to join a team working on cutting-edge projects for the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. You will play a critical role in developing high-performance, secure, and reliable software solutions that directly support national security missions. This position demands a deep understanding of Rust, a strong focus on security best practices, and the ability to work in a sensitive and fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
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Develop robust and secure applications using the Rust programming language, adhering to stringent security and compliance requirements
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Design, implement, and maintain high-performance, low-latency systems for mission-critical applications
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including security engineers, system architects, and domain experts, to deliver complex solutions
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Participate in high-level functional and security design sessions
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Implement and enforce security best practices, including secure coding standards, vulnerability mitigation, and data protection
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Conduct thorough code reviews and security audits to ensure compliance with DoD/IC standards and quality requirements
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Troubleshoot and debug complex issues in secure and isolated environments
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Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for code, systems, and security procedures
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Stay up to date with the latest Rust language features, security vulnerabilities, and industry best practices
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Contribute to secure and scalable architecture design and implementation for sensitive data/systems
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Potentially work with embedded systems, cryptographic libraries, and other specialized areas related to defense and intelligence applications, including required security protocols and clearances
Qualifications
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Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
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Extensive experience developing applications using the Rust programming language
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Deep understanding of Rusts memory safety and concurrency features
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Proven experience with secure coding practices and vulnerability mitigation
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Experience with cryptographic libraries and security protocols
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Strong understanding of operating systems, networking, and system security
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Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines
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Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills
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Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
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Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)
Preferred
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Experience working with DoD or IC projects, including knowledge of relevant security standards and compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, DISA STIGs, High Assurance Security)
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Experience with embedded systems development in Rust
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Experience with reverse engineering or vulnerability analysis
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Contributions to open-source Rust security projects
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Experience with secure enclaves or trusted execution environments
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Knowledge of low-level programming concepts and hardware security modules