Cyber Security Vulnerability Researcher (Advanced)

Cyber Security Vulnerability Researcher (Advanced)

Tracking Code

9765-987

Posted Date

9/5/2026

Job Location

Patuxent River, Maryland

Location of Position

Patuxent River, Maryland

Work Arrangement

On Site: 100%

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Clearance Required?

Yes

Level of Clearance Required

TS-SCI

COLSA is seeking a Cyber Security Vulnerability Researcher (Advanced) to support advanced vulnerability research, security assessments, and tool development for U.S. Navy cyber warfare programs. This position will also serve as a functional team lead, providing technical leadership and coordinating the work of team members supporting vulnerability research activities. This position is located on-site at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Maryland.

This position is contingent upon contract award. The selected candidate will be proposed as Key Personnel in accordance with proposal requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors.
• Conduct research into cyber threats, adversarial offensive and defensive tools, techniques, and methods, and mitigation solutions.
• Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software, with a focus on system security and vulnerability.
• Perform technical (evaluation of technology) and nontechnical (evaluation of people and operations) risk and vulnerability assessments of relevant technology focus areas, including local computing environments, networks and infrastructure, enclave boundaries, supporting infrastructure, and applications.
• Analyze the security of new or existing computer applications, software, or specialized utility programs and provide actionable results.
• Perform risk analysis, including threat, vulnerability, and probability of occurrence, whenever an application or system undergoes a major change.
• Identify issues and vulnerabilities associated with the development and implementation of operational programs.
• Serve as the functional lead, including coordinating and overseeing the tasking of other team members, tracking project progress, and participating in project, resource, and event planning.

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!”

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline or equivalent.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience.
• Experience conducting cybersecurity vulnerability research, vulnerability assessments, or security assessments of computer hardware, software, networks, or applications
• Must obtain qualifications aligned with one or more of the following DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) work roles within 30 days of contract start: 111, 221, 461, 511, 531, 541, 551, 612, or 622. A list of acceptable certifications can be found on the Navy Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (COOL) website ( ) .
• Must possess a current Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain SCI.
• Ability to interact and communicate with our clients and project/task sponsors
• Ability to work in a diverse team environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-performing team environment
• High degree of organizational and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of adversarial threat representation tactics, techniques, and procedures
• Experience programming in Python
• Experience and knowledge of naval aviation acquisition programs
• Certification in either Microsoft or Linux OS

Applicant selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Minimum Salary

$115,000.00

Maximum Salary

$220,000.00

Salary Type

Annually

The salary range, if referenced, represents a good faith estimate. COLSA considers various factors when determining base salary offers, but not limited to, location, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.

COLSA offers a comprehensive and customizeable benefits program which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Income Protection Programs, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education & Certification Reimbursement, Employee Discount Program, Paid Time Off and Holidays.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 business days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.