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ManTech

Cyber Systems Engineer

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$104K - $172K/yr

Create and provide feedback on program plans, including operational and system requirements ... Lead and participate in cyber activities such as Cyber Table Top (CTT) Exercises, Cooperative ...

HHB Systems

Cyber Systems Design Engineer

Oakton, VA · On-site

... analytical DoD operational systems. We are looking for talented, creative, team oriented ... HHB Systems has an immediate opening for a Cyber System Design Engineer who will be part of an ...

Parsons

Cyber Systems Specialist

Butlerville, IN · On-site

In this role you will get to support cyber training operations at the Muscatatuck Training Center ... Maintain system documentation and equipment accountability. * Ensure compliance with cybersecurity ...

Core Government Services Corporation

$78K - $95K/yr

CGS is looking for a Cyber Operations Scenario Writer with professional military cyber operations training and experience, to join our team, providing excellent support for the US Army's Mission ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for cyber systems operations civilian in the United States is $56,226.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30,000.00 and $86,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Cyber Systems Operations Civilian is responsible for managing, securing, and maintaining military and government IT networks and systems. They ensure the integrity, availability, and confidentiality of critical cyber infrastructure by monitoring networks, identifying threats, and implementing security measures. This role often involves configuring hardware and software, troubleshooting issues, and supporting cybersecurity operations. Civilians in this field work alongside military personnel to protect sensitive information from cyber threats.

What are the daily responsibilities of a cyber systems operations civilian?

A typical day for a Cyber Systems Operations Civilian includes monitoring and maintaining computer networks, responding to security incidents, and ensuring systems are compliant with organizational security policies. You’ll often work on identifying vulnerabilities, applying patches and updates, and implementing cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive information. Collaboration with IT teams, end-users, and sometimes external partners is common to address potential threats and optimize network performance. This dynamic environment requires adaptability and a proactive approach to evolving cybersecurity challenges.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cyber systems operations civilian?

To thrive as a Cyber Systems Operations Civilian, you need strong analytical skills in cybersecurity, knowledge of network administration, and typically a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with intrusion detection systems, firewalls, SIEM platforms, and certifications like CompTIA Security+ or CISSP is often required. Excellent problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities help ensure the security, integrity, and smooth operation of critical digital infrastructure.

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Infographic showing various Cyber Systems Operations Civilian job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,226 per year, or $27 per hour.

Cyber Systems Exploitation Researcher

MIT Lincoln Laboratory

Lexington, MA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

The Cyber System Assessments Group performs software and hardware reverse engineering, vulnerability research and discovery, and system exploitation. We develop and prototype cutting-edge capabilities for our operational partners in the U.S. government. We look for, find, and demonstrate cyber vulnerabilities so that vulnerabilities in U.S. systems can be corrected, and so that vulnerabilities in other systems are better understood.  Top U.S. Government leadership relies on us for our expert guidance, and our technical role with our U.S. Government sponsors is considered essential to the success of their missions.

Job Description

Cyber System Exploitation Researcher

When you join our team as a Cyber System Exploitation Researcher, you'll be contributing to the development of cyber security tools and techniques.  You'll be reverse engineering and exploiting software and hardware systems important to U.S. government operations and critical to the defense of our nation. Your main areas of research will include cyber tool prototyping and technical analysis of offensive or defensive cyber tools and systems, automated vulnerability discovery, reverse engineering, software protection mechanisms, static analysis, and dynamic instrumentation. Once you’re on our team, you will communicate your research to non-domain experts through your writing, public presentations, and hand-on training sessions.

Requirements:

+ BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related discipline

+ Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain a Secret level DoD security clearance. Additionally, must be eligible and willing to apply for a Top Secret SCI level DoD security clearance and be able to maintain this clearance level once obtained. 

Desired Technical Skills (Familiarity with many)

+ Version Control Systems (Git)

+ Dissassemblers/Decompilers (Ghidra, IDAPro)

+ Debuggers (WinDbg, GDB) 

+ Programming Languages (C/C++, Python)

+ Infrastructure/Container Provisioning/Orchestration Systems (Ansible, Kubernetes, Docker)

+ Network Protocol Analysis (Wireshark, Tcpdump)

+ Emulator/Virtualization Technologies (VMWare, QEMU)

+ Operating System Internals

+ Reverse Engineering of Embedded Systems Firmware, Malicious Code, Mobile Applications, and More 

+ Vulnerability Assessment

+ Statistics and Metrics

+ SAT/SMT Solvers

+ Symbolic Execution

+ Data-flow Analysis for Compiled Binaries

+ Binary Intermediate Representations

+ Binary Translation

+ Compiler Construction

+ Anti-debugging/Anti-instrumentation Techniques

+ Network and Host Security Products

Recent Graduate Hiring Range: $100,200 - $120,000 

Experienced Hiring Range: $100,200 - $150,000 

Disclaimer: MIT Lincoln Laboratory provides a typical hiring range as a good faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. The final salary offered to a selected candidate will depend on various factors, including—but not limited to—the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s experience, skills and education/training, internal equity considerations and applicable legal requirements. This range reflects base salary only and does not include additional forms of compensation or benefits.

At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include:  

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans 

  • MIT-funded pension 

  • Matching 401K 

  • Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.) 

  • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs 

  • Mentorship programs 

  • A range of work-life balance options 

  • ... and much more!   

Please visit our Benefits page for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks. 

Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance. 

MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required. 

Requisition ID: 42179  

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