Cyber Operations Engineer – Cyber Operations & AI InnovationWhy choose between doing meaningful work and having a fulfilling life? At MITRE, you can have both. That's because MITRE people are committed to tackling our nation's toughest challenges—and we're committed to the long-term well-being of our employees. MITRE is different from most technology companies. We are a not-for-profit corporation chartered to work for the public interest, with no commercial conflicts to influence what we do.
The R&D centers we operate for the government create lasting impact in fields as diverse as cybersecurity, healthcare, aviation, defense, and enterprise transformation. We're making a difference every day—working for a safer, healthier, and more secure nation and world. Our workplace reflects our values. We offer competitive benefits, exceptional professional development opportunities for career growth, and a culture of innovation that embraces adaptability, collaboration, technical excellence, and people in partnership. If this sounds like the choice you want to make, then choose MITRE - and make a difference with us.MITRE's Offensive Operations & Effects department, part of the Cyber Operations & Effects Innovation Center, develops advanced cyber capabilities and mission-focused technology solutions supporting national security objectives.
Our teams conduct applied research, operational analysis, prototype development, and technical experimentation across offensive cyber operations, digital investigations, reverse engineering, vulnerability research, malware analysis, and cyber-enabled mission support. We leverage emerging technologies, advanced analytics, and artificial intelligence to deliver innovative capabilities designed for real-world operational environments.MITRE is seeking a highly technical Cyber Operations Engineer – focusing on Cyber Operations & AI Innovation to support advanced cyber operations, digital investigations, and applied research initiatives. This role combines expertise in cybersecurity operations, digital forensics, AI/ML technologies, reverse engineering, and mission-focused engineering to develop and integrate innovative capabilities supporting operational cyber missions. The successful candidate will help drive the adoption of AI-enabled solutions for cyber investigations, data analysis, operational automation, vulnerability research, and mission decision support across collaborative R&D and operational environments.Roles & ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and implement advanced cyber and AI-enabled capabilities supporting operational mission objectives and technology innovation initiativesLead development and integration of AI/ML tools and supporting infrastructure for cyber operations, digital investigations, reverse engineering, and mission analyticsIdentify opportunities for automation, optimization, and data-driven decision-making across cyber operations and digital investigation workflowsConduct and support digital, mobile, cloud, and network forensic analysis activities in support of mission requirementsDevelop prototypes, tools, analytics, and workflows supporting cyber operations, vulnerability research, reverse engineering, and investigative activitiesResearch and evaluate emerging AI cyber technologies applicable to forensic techniques and/or operational tradecraftEstablish and implement best practices for AI governance, operational security, responsible AI usage, and secure deployment within mission environmentsSupport sponsor engagements and collaborate with technical representatives, investigators, operators, and multidisciplinary engineering teamsPrepare and deliver technical documentation, assessments, demonstrations, testing reports, and operational briefings to internal and external stakeholdersProvide technical leadership, mentorship, and knowledge transfer to cyber operations and engineering teamsWork independently to rapidly learn new technologies, platforms, operational methodologies, and investigative techniques in evolving cyber mission environmentsBasic QualificationsTypically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 6 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with 3 years' experience; or equivalent combination of related education and work experienceDegree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data Science, or related technical fieldAbility to obtain and maintain a security clearanceExperience designing, developing, or deploying AI/ML systems in operational or research environmentsExperience programming in languages such as Python, Java, C++, or CExperience with AI/ML frameworks and tooling such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, Scikit-learn, LangChain, MLflow, Hugging Face, Sage, Cursor, Claude Code, or equivalentFamiliarity with deploying AI solutions within secure, enterprise, cloud, hybrid, or disconnected operational environmentsStrong familiarity with Linux systems and development environmentsFamiliarity with cybersecurity operations concepts and objectivesFamiliarity with one or more cyber technical disciplines such as:Digital forensicsMobile or cloud forensicsReverse engineeringVulnerability researchIoT analysisNetwork packet capture and analysisFamiliarity with database systems such as PostgreSQL and/or SQLiteExperience applying professional engineering principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to complex technical problemsStrong written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholdersThis position requires a minimum of 50% hybrid on-sitePreferred QualificationsExperience applying AI/ML to cyber operations, reverse engineering, digital investigations, or mission analyticsExperience developing or integrating large language models (LLMs), retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), autonomous agents, or generative AI solutionsFamiliarity with AI security, adversarial machine learning, model validation, and responsible AI governance practicesExperience with cloud-native AI/ML infrastructure and containerized deployments (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, etc.)Operational experience with network forensics and PCAP analysisExperience conducting applied research, rapid prototyping, or proof-of-concept development in mission environmentsExperience supporting outward-facing sponsors and collaborative technical engagementsFamiliarity with DevSecOps, MLOps, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure automationExperience briefing technical strategies, assessments, and demonstrations to leadership or sponsor organizationsPrior experience working within government, defense, intelligence, or national security environmentsHaving previously held a Top Secret/SCI clearance or equivalent suitability determinationDemonstrated technical leadership of multidisciplinary engineering or research teamsSalary compensation range and midpoint:$158,800 - $198,500 - $238,200 AnnualCommitment to Non-DiscriminationAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local or international law.MITRE intends to maintain a website that is fully accessible to all individuals. 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