Director, Research Science

ResponsibilitiesPeraton Labs delivers innovative solutions and revolutionary new capabilities to solve the most difficult and complex challenges for government agencies, utilities, and commercial customers. With a distinguished heritage tracing back to Bell Labs, Bellcore, and Telcordia, our experts pave the way. Peraton Lab’s cybersecurity research protects mission-critical systems and national cyber infrastructure through a broad range of initiatives in computer network defense, secure-by-design techniques and cyber operations and experimentation platforms.Our projects span several areas of interest. Our core competencies include (but are not limited to): Program analysis, including program understanding, vulnerability identification, and remediation Malware analysis and reverse engineering Resilient networking in support of cyber mission goals Software-defined networking for cyber defense and deception Artificial intelligence (reasoning, probabilistic inference, machine learning)QualificationsMS and 16+ years of experience Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or related scientific/engineering discipline.Ability and desire to quickly acquire knowledge of new subject matter areasExpertise in one or more of: C, C++, Java, Python, Go, or similar languagesWorking knowledge of Linux, MacOS, Windows, and mobile operating systems, platforms and internalsWorking knowledge of modern computer networking technologiesWorking knowledge of modern development practices and toolsets (Git, subversion, CI/CD toolchains)US citizenshipActive Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibilityOther Relevant Skills (not required, but any are a plus):Experience as a technical lead on software development projects or research teamsExperience as a Principal Investigator on DoD/IC research projectsExperience in business development, including technical marketing, idea generation, and authoring whitepapers and proposals for new work.Experience in one or more of the following areas:Program AnalysisComputer networking protocol design and/or analysisCompute and network emulation, containerization, and virtualizationReverse EngineeringReal-Time Operation Systems (RTOS)Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA)Experience with one or more of the following classes of tools and frameworks:Binary Analysis Tools, such as GHIDRA, Hex-Rays IDA, Binary Ninja, Angr,Debugging and Sandboxing tools, such as Cuckoo sandbox, OllyDBG, WinDbgCNO toolsets, including Metasploit, Cobalt StrikeNetwork emulation frameworks including CORE, EMANE, MiniNetContainer and Orchestration solutions, including: Docker, Docker Swarm, Kubernetes, TerraformCloud services experience (AWS, Azure, OpenStack) Experience with DevOps and Agile development methodologiesExperience in the U.S. DoD/IC research communityCNO operational experiencePeraton OverviewPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.Target Salary Range$176,000 - $282,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.Job SummaryRequisition ID: 2026-170468Position Category: Scientific, Research & AnalysisClearance: Top Secret/SCI