Senior Software Engineer​/Developer – San Antonio

Senior Software Engineer / Developer – San Antonio

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As a Senior Software Engineer/Developer you will work as a technical expert in the design, development, assessment, and fielding of advanced cyber capabilities and software solutions supporting offensive, defensive, and command and control (C2) cyberspace operations. Operating within a complex and dynamic mission environment, this position is integral to supporting Air Force Cyberspace Command and U.S. Cyber Command objectives. The incumbent develops, modifies, and maintains mission‑critical software and cyber tools, and manages high‑impact projects to enable operational readiness and capability advancement.

• Four years of recent system/software engineering experience with a strong understanding of software architectures.
• Experience designing, developing, integrating, testing, and developing cyberspace capabilities/software solutions.
• Experience with Windows-based command line and script development.
• Experience with Bash, Python or C/C++.
• Experience with C#/Power Shell.
• Experience with reverse engineering with Linux-based RE tools (e.g., GDB, Ghidra, IDA Pro, Radare).
• Experience with exploit development.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to convey technical ideas in a clear, logical fashion and translate highly technical data into easily comprehensible, actionable requirements.

• Familiarity with DoD, Air Force, and national-level cyber policies, procedures, and security protocols for handling classified materials.
• Experience with DoD networks.
• Strong coding proficiency in supported languages and secure software development frameworks.
• Advanced project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and risk assessment for complex, multi-agency projects.
• Excellent communication abilities, capable of preparing and presenting technical reports, briefings, and decision papers for senior leadership.
• Ability to adapt to evolving technologies, foresee technological impacts, and tailor tools and practices to specific mission sets.

• Design, develop, and maintain advanced cyber tools for Windows environments, focusing on offensive, defensive, and situational awareness capabilities.
• Engineer low‑level Windows components (e.g., drivers, DLLs, services) to support stealthy tool deployment, system interaction, and evasion techniques.
• Reverse engineer Windows internals and third‑party software to identify vulnerabilities, develop exploits, or enhance tool effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain capabilities in C/C++, Rust, and/or Assembly for maximum performance, stealth, and control in target Windows environments.
• Conduct in-depth research into Windows OS internals, including kernel-mode operations, APIs, security features, and evasion techniques.
• Integrate tools with command‑and‑control (C2) frameworks, ensuring reliability, encryption, and secure communications across various operational environments.
• Lead the development of detection‑resistant payloads, implant frameworks, and post‑exploitation modules tailored to specific mission requirements.
• Collaborate with red teams, blue teams, and threat emulation groups to validate tool effectiveness and stealth against modern EDR and antivirus systems.
• Implement obfuscation, encryption, and code‑packing strategies to enhance operational security (OPSEC) and avoid detection during engagements.
• Provide technical mentorship and code reviews to junior developers; enforce secure coding practices and development standards.
• Stay current on evolving cyber threats, zero‑day exploits, and Windows platform updates to ensure toolsets remain effective and relevant.
• Develop automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and operational deployment scripts to support rapid capability integration and mission readiness.

• Must have or obtain a security clearance (TS/SCI).

Location:

San Antonio, TX

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level.

Employment type:

Full‑time. Job function:
Engineering and Information Technology. Industries:
Computer and Network Security.