Overview:
Steely is a small tech company rooted in the legacy of John Aaron’s Apollo 12 heroics, earning him the moniker “Steely-Eyed Missile Man.” This nickname, now shortened to “Steely”, embodies qualities of swift intelligence and unyielding courage. It represents our commitment to facing challenges head-on with unwavering nerve.
Every member of our team embodies the “Steely” spirit, continuously refining and exhibiting it daily.
At Steely, we embrace the concept that the sky's the limit. Regardless of where you are at in your career, our goal is to work with you to enhance your hard (and soft!) skills, add to your technical tool belt, and aid you in your growth as a professional.
As a member of the Steely team, you will be at the forefront of product development, engaging in hands-on work that shapes meaningful solutions. We cater to a diverse clientele, including both government and commercial customers. Our primary mission centers in fortifying VSAT networks and creating custom enterprise software.
Conveniently located near the Reston Metro Station and the W&OD trail, our office serves as a hub of creativity and collaboration. If you’re looking for a dynamic environment where your talents can flourish, join Steely and become part of a team that values innovation, problem-solving, and a determination to overcome any obstacle.
We are currently seeking a Principal Engineer to join our team in Reston, VA.
Successful candidates must be able to hold and maintain a security clearance. Therefore, U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities:
Design and develop software including building vulnerability exploits
Perform analysis on systems and/or software to identify and characterize vulnerabilities
Conduct research working with white-box and black-box methodologies to analyze embedded systems
Perform analysis of data streams and parse protocols to identify security weaknesses
Apply code inspection techniques to identify vulnerabilities
Support software engineering development to translate algorithm prototypes into optimized, production-quality code suitable for operational deployment
Document, test and communicate technical research results effectively to technical and non-technical user groups
Contribute to the development of design documentation and other documentation artifacts
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or a similar degree
Background or education in computer and network security
Strong Linux software development experience
Experience debugging embedded systems
Experience with ARM / MIPS / PPC assembly languages
Experience employing static or dynamic analysis techniques for binary inspection
Experience using Protocol Analyzers, Software Defined Radios, signals analysis/capture
Experience with developing embedded software within real-time operating systems (RTOS) or bare metal and their associated tools
Strong background in networks including network concepts and protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS, etc.)
Experience with software configuration management and tools such as GIT
Our benefits
401(k) match of 6% with immediate vesting
Highly subsidized Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Legal resource plan
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
11 Federal holidays
Life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage paid by the company
Free coffee, sodas, and snacks
Team activities and gaming
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, national origin, color, age, military service eligibility or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other protected class. We encourage and support workplace diversity.
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