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Senior System Engineer
Belay TechnologiesFort Meade, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Apr 2026
💰 $420,000/yr($168,000/yr – $420,000/yr)
About the role
Belay Technologies has been voted Baltimore Business Journal's (BBJ) Best Places to Work 2019, runner up in 2020 and a finalist in 2021!
Belay Technologies is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our intel team. You will combine analytic and technical expertise to understand information found in SIGINT and cybersecurity systems and facilitate the exploitation of digital networks. Working closely with other technical experts, you will play a crucial role in skillfully using specialized tools and tradecraft to drive the CNO mission forward. the ideal candidate is a highly motivate team player who enjoys solving some of the world's toughest problems.
Responsibilities:
Candidates should have the following qualifications:
Candidates are required to have the following skills:
Candidates are desired to have the following skills:
Perks and Benefits:
At Belay, we are committed to creating an environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally. We believe in transparency and fairness in compensation. Several factors influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, education, specific skills and competencies and certifications. Belay offers a competitive total compensation package that includes benefits and perks, a flexible work-life balance, and career development.
Salary Range: $168,000 to $240,000
Belay Technologies is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business located in Columbia, Maryland (Baltimore/Washington area). Belay Technologies s
Belay Technologies is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our intel team. You will combine analytic and technical expertise to understand information found in SIGINT and cybersecurity systems and facilitate the exploitation of digital networks. Working closely with other technical experts, you will play a crucial role in skillfully using specialized tools and tradecraft to drive the CNO mission forward. the ideal candidate is a highly motivate team player who enjoys solving some of the world's toughest problems.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct in-depth target analysis and research
- Develop innovative tradecraft, exploitation techniques, and concepts of operation
- Work closely with operators and partners to effectively analyze and process intelligence information
- Adapt to new information, changing conditions, and unexpected obstacles
- Identify bespoke problems and provide technical assistance for a variety of technologies
Candidates should have the following qualifications:
- TS/SCI Clearance with polygraph
- 12 yrs., B.S. or 10 yrs. w/ M.S., 4 yrs. of additional SWE experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree
Candidates are required to have the following skills:
- Prior Exploitation Analyst experience
- Experience with mapping physical and logical target networks and identifying vulnerabilities
- Ability to identify and communicate computer and telecommunications network elements.
- Knowledge of computer security principles, vulnerability analysis, and exploitation methods
- Deep knowledge of the concepts, principles, and methods for network connectivity (e.g. TCP/IP, DNS, SSL, etc.)
- Understanding of the methods, strategies, and techniques related to target development
Candidates are desired to have the following skills:
- Prior CNO experience
- Relevant experience in information security, network design, programming, vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, and/or computer forensics
- Experience with Jupyter Notebooks and Python scripting
- Hands-on experience with XKS, DX, and other internal tradecraft
- Knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems’ architecture
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Strong attention to detail
Perks and Benefits:
- 8 weeks paid leave - 4 weeks of personal leave, 3 Yay! days, take off on your birthday,11 paid holidays and optional leave up to 6 days through Belay's volunteer program
- 10% matching in 401(k) contributions vested on day one
- $5,000 annual training/tuition
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- 100% company-funded HSA
- Rich medical coverage (100% coinsurance)
- Dental coverage including orthodontia
- Up to $420,000 in life insurance, premiums 100% company funded
- Amazon Prime, gym reimbursement, monthly lunches, games and prizes
- Pet adoption program, generous referral bonus program, fun events, and more!
At Belay, we are committed to creating an environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally. We believe in transparency and fairness in compensation. Several factors influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, education, specific skills and competencies and certifications. Belay offers a competitive total compensation package that includes benefits and perks, a flexible work-life balance, and career development.
Salary Range: $168,000 to $240,000
Belay Technologies is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business located in Columbia, Maryland (Baltimore/Washington area). Belay Technologies s
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