Principal Engineer/Scientist
Who are we? Praxis Engineering is a consulting, product, and solutions firm dedicated to the practical application of software and system engineering technologies to solve complex problems. Praxis brings together world class engineers with proven engineering best practices, domain expertise, commercial technologies and proven agile management approaches to create high value solutions aimed at helping our customers meet their most critical business and mission objectives.
Why Praxis? We are focused on continual learning and evolution. We don't do things because that's the way we've always done things; we listen to our employees and adapt to the changing marketplace. We look at the big picture and encourage our engineers to get training and certifications in emerging technologies that will help shape our customer's mission. We've been profitable year after year. We're always on the lookout for great engineers to join the team and we recognize that our employees are the heart and soul of what we do. We focus on recruiting talented people, treating them right, and then allowing them to do what they do best. No red tape. No micromanagement. Smart people want to work with smart people, and we love people who are passionate about what they do, and finding ways to do it better.
What you will be doing! The Principal Engineer/Scientist will be leading a team of Cyber Security specialists in advanced research and development. The Engineer will be working closely with the government customer and other teams to develop novel approaches in hardware, RF, and software security. The Engineer will be required to understand a wide variety of advanced concepts and must be able to work with industry and academic leaders.
Duties and
Responsibilities:
Independently compile data to address the most complex intelligence issues or problems for senior internal/external customers
With minimal supervision, provide accurate, timely, complex and sophisticated data analysis in support of key Agency, US national security, and foreign policy objectives and to shape Intelligence Community (IC) analysis priorities.
Conceive, prepare, and communicate a wide range of strategic, highly presentations, or written/oral assessments to internal and external customers (e.g., policymakers, IC components)
Depending on assignment, manage projects and associated resources.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Working knowledge appropriate cyber security and methodological tools in one or more of the following areas:
Computer Engineering / Computer Science (e.g. programming languages, operating system security models, computer system architecture)
Electrical Engineering (e.g. RF communication systems, hardware security and error correction paradigms)
Cyber Security (e.g. ethical hacking, reverse engineering)
Working knowledge of research designs
Intellectual curiosity; creativity and innovation to go beyond current state of the art.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Ability to develop comprehensive reliable solutions from probabilistic building blocks
Ability to translate complex, technical findings into an easily understood narrative
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a team environment
Technologies to know:
IDA Pro
QEMU
Qualifications:
10-20 years of experience
Master's degree in technical field of study (e.g., Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science).
Clearance
Secret
Praxis Facts
Founded in 2002
Consistently ranked as one of the Baltimore areas Best Places to Work
Over 300 employees
Over 40 active contracts
Headquartered in Annapolis Junction, MD with growing offices in Chantilly, VA, Linthicum, MD and Aberdeen, MD
Top 10 Reasons to Work at Praxis
Everything AND the kitchen sink.
Great people deserve even better benefits, from comprehensive healthcare coverage and generous leave time to free fuel, a.k.a. all the snacks and drinks you want from our fully stocked kitchens.
You are not just a job title. That's why we tip the work-life balance scale in your favor. It's not about being billable, it's about being valuable.
Whether you're working onsite or in our offices, your role at Praxis is just as critical to our success as your coworker's.
We're constantly researching and implementing the latest technology so you've always got the right tools at your disposal.
As we've grown, we've retained that small company feel. When we say we have an open door policy, we actually mean it.
Praxis is comprised of wonderfully generous folks. We believe in supporting the causes our employees care about. Bring us an opportunity to help and we'll listen.
Teamwork got us where we are today. Our collaborative environment allows you to maximize your true potential.
The work we do is exciting, critical stuff. No matter your role at Praxis, you're helping us keep the nation safe and secure.
We have a history of great achievement and, with each year, our company gets even bigger and better. As we grow, so does the opportunity for our employees.
We host a variety of fun employee and family events throughout the year to say thanks for all that you do to make Praxis a technology leader as well as a phenomenal place to work.
Benefits
Competitive salary
Free soft drinks and snacks (both healthy and not-so-healthy)
Comprehensive health insurance plan
401(k) retirement plan with company paid contribution (amount equivalent to 7% of your salary)
Annual bonus plan
Comp time plan
Four weeks Paid Time Off, plus 10 holidays
Lots of paid training! We regularly conduct training in-house at our training center, and encourage all employees to seek out training opportunities like conferences, certification courses and seminars. Popular conferences we send our employees to include JavaOne, Rational Users Conference, Black Hat and AnDevCon.
We truly believe the right work-life balance can exist, and it's here at Praxis. Our work is extremely important, but your job is just a part of who you are. When you enjoy your life outside of our walls, you're at your best the next time you walk through our doors. We do all we can to assure that happens every day.
Praxis Engineering provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, age, disability (including disability due to pregnancy) or genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Praxis complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Why Praxis? We are focused on continual learning and evolution. We don't do things because that's the way we've always done things; we listen to our employees and adapt to the changing marketplace. We look at the big picture and encourage our engineers to get training and certifications in emerging technologies that will help shape our customer's mission. We've been profitable year after year. We're always on the lookout for great engineers to join the team and we recognize that our employees are the heart and soul of what we do. We focus on recruiting talented people, treating them right, and then allowing them to do what they do best. No red tape. No micromanagement. Smart people want to work with smart people, and we love people who are passionate about what they do, and finding ways to do it better.
What you will be doing! The Principal Engineer/Scientist will be leading a team of Cyber Security specialists in advanced research and development. The Engineer will be working closely with the government customer and other teams to develop novel approaches in hardware, RF, and software security. The Engineer will be required to understand a wide variety of advanced concepts and must be able to work with industry and academic leaders.
Duties and
Responsibilities:
Independently compile data to address the most complex intelligence issues or problems for senior internal/external customers
With minimal supervision, provide accurate, timely, complex and sophisticated data analysis in support of key Agency, US national security, and foreign policy objectives and to shape Intelligence Community (IC) analysis priorities.
Conceive, prepare, and communicate a wide range of strategic, highly presentations, or written/oral assessments to internal and external customers (e.g., policymakers, IC components)
Depending on assignment, manage projects and associated resources.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Working knowledge appropriate cyber security and methodological tools in one or more of the following areas:
Computer Engineering / Computer Science (e.g. programming languages, operating system security models, computer system architecture)
Electrical Engineering (e.g. RF communication systems, hardware security and error correction paradigms)
Cyber Security (e.g. ethical hacking, reverse engineering)
Working knowledge of research designs
Intellectual curiosity; creativity and innovation to go beyond current state of the art.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Ability to develop comprehensive reliable solutions from probabilistic building blocks
Ability to translate complex, technical findings into an easily understood narrative
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a team environment
Technologies to know:
IDA Pro
QEMU
Qualifications:
10-20 years of experience
Master's degree in technical field of study (e.g., Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science).
Clearance
Secret
Praxis Facts
Founded in 2002
Consistently ranked as one of the Baltimore areas Best Places to Work
Over 300 employees
Over 40 active contracts
Headquartered in Annapolis Junction, MD with growing offices in Chantilly, VA, Linthicum, MD and Aberdeen, MD
Top 10 Reasons to Work at Praxis
Everything AND the kitchen sink.
Great people deserve even better benefits, from comprehensive healthcare coverage and generous leave time to free fuel, a.k.a. all the snacks and drinks you want from our fully stocked kitchens.
You are not just a job title. That's why we tip the work-life balance scale in your favor. It's not about being billable, it's about being valuable.
Whether you're working onsite or in our offices, your role at Praxis is just as critical to our success as your coworker's.
We're constantly researching and implementing the latest technology so you've always got the right tools at your disposal.
As we've grown, we've retained that small company feel. When we say we have an open door policy, we actually mean it.
Praxis is comprised of wonderfully generous folks. We believe in supporting the causes our employees care about. Bring us an opportunity to help and we'll listen.
Teamwork got us where we are today. Our collaborative environment allows you to maximize your true potential.
The work we do is exciting, critical stuff. No matter your role at Praxis, you're helping us keep the nation safe and secure.
We have a history of great achievement and, with each year, our company gets even bigger and better. As we grow, so does the opportunity for our employees.
We host a variety of fun employee and family events throughout the year to say thanks for all that you do to make Praxis a technology leader as well as a phenomenal place to work.
Benefits
Competitive salary
Free soft drinks and snacks (both healthy and not-so-healthy)
Comprehensive health insurance plan
401(k) retirement plan with company paid contribution (amount equivalent to 7% of your salary)
Annual bonus plan
Comp time plan
Four weeks Paid Time Off, plus 10 holidays
Lots of paid training! We regularly conduct training in-house at our training center, and encourage all employees to seek out training opportunities like conferences, certification courses and seminars. Popular conferences we send our employees to include JavaOne, Rational Users Conference, Black Hat and AnDevCon.
We truly believe the right work-life balance can exist, and it's here at Praxis. Our work is extremely important, but your job is just a part of who you are. When you enjoy your life outside of our walls, you're at your best the next time you walk through our doors. We do all we can to assure that happens every day.
Praxis Engineering provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, age, disability (including disability due to pregnancy) or genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Praxis complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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