227 security researcher jobs at 108 companies in Hampstead, MD
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Robotics Researcher
Laurel, Maryland, United States
$85k-$195k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory: Conducts research and engineering for national security and space.
2+ YOEMaster’s in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or related field; 2 years robotics/AI experience; ability to obtain Secret security clearance.
Core4ce: Provider of data-driven national security and defense technology solutions.
7+ YOETS/SCI with Poly, 7+ years vulnerability research, experience in reverse engineering, strong low-level software analysis, and proficiency with standard security tools.
AmentumNYSE: AMTM: Provides engineering, technology, and mission support to government agencies.
5+ YOEBS in physics or engineering; 5-10 years experience; programming in Matlab/C/C++; ability to obtain security clearance; willing to travel; on-site work.
SURVICE Engineering: Engineering services and survivability analysis for defense systems.
3+ YOEBachelor's in STEM and 3-5 years relevant experience; experience with animal handling, neuro-cognitive behavioral assessments, in vivo bio-sampling and tissue collection; U.S. citizenship/security-clearance required; molecular biology and data-science skills a plus.
Fulton or Ann Arbor or Atlanta or Austin or Boston or Cary or San Jose
$136k-$195k/yrOnsiteFull Time
CiscoNASDAQ: CSCO: Develops and sells networking hardware and cybersecurity software.
BS degree, experience in threat or malware research and analysis, scripting with Python, familiarity with Windows/Linux/macOS telemetry, strong communication and critical thinking.
WireScreen: Maps and analyzes Chinese corporate networks and supply chain risks.
8+ YOE8+ years as a journalist/writer/analyst, investigative experience, published work, deep knowledge of China/national-security topics, versatile writing and data-driven research skills.
Advanced Resource Technologies: Provides information security and technical services to federal agencies.
Provide customer service and helpdesk support for personnel security processes including e-QIP, background investigations, record reconciliation, reporting, and reference research. Requires strong computer, organizational, and communication skills.
Electronic Questionnaire for Investigations Processing (e-QIP), Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access
Anduril Industries: Defense technology building autonomous military hardware and software.
3+ YOEBachelor's degree,3–4 years experience in people risk vetting/investigations,public-record and OSINT research,analytical and communication skills,knowledge of defense security laws and ability to obtain Top Secret clearance.
Boston or Austin or Washington or Seattle or San Francisco
$120k-$155k/yrRemoteFull Time
HackerOne: Connecting organizations with ethical hackers to find security vulnerabilities.
3+ YOE3+ years security testing/vulnerability research on web/mobile apps, strong OWASP Top 10 knowledge, experience with Burp Suite and CVSS, ability to reproduce/validate findings and communicate technical impact in English.
Burp Suite, Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS)
Scale AI: Provides data and infrastructure for training artificial intelligence models.
6+ YOE6+ years of relevant experience; leadership in AI safety policy, research, and publications; strong written/verbal communication; team-building and mentoring; extensive exposure to frontier risk evaluations and government/led partnerships.
Research Internship, Technology and National Security, Fall 2026
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
HybridInternship, Part Time
Hudson Institute: A think tank conducting research on global policy and security.
Current student or recent graduate in political science, international relations, economics, security/technology studies; strong research, writing, editing and analysis skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office; able to work minimum 20 hours/week; interest in defense and China policy.
Associate Director/Director of Retirement and Financial Security
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$110k-$160k/yrHybridFull Time
Bipartisan Policy Center: Conducts public policy research to develop bipartisan legislative solutions.
7+ YOEBachelor's degree, 7+ years policy experience (7-10+ preferred), expertise on Social Security and retirement systems, strong writing/quantitative skills, ability to brief senior policymakers and build partnerships.
Senior Research Scientist - Cyber Network Security
College Park, Maryland, United States
$176k-$282k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Peraton: Provides advanced technology and mission support for government agencies.
16+ YOESenior researcher with 12+ years (Bachelor) or 10+ years (Master) or 8+ years (PhD) in CS/CE/EE/Cyber; strong software, networking, virtualization, and cyber research skills; US citizenship and TS/SCI w/Polygraph.
2027 CNAS Shawn Brimley Next Generation National Security Leaders Fellowship
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
HybridPart Time
Center for a New American Security: Non-partisan think tank focused on national security policy.
5+ YOEU.S. citizen, age 27–35 at application close, minimum 5 years professional experience in U.S. national security policy, commitment to public service; submit resume, letter of interest, and nomination.
Washington, D.C., District of Columbia, United States
$245k-$300k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Center for Strategic and International Studies: Non-profit research organization providing strategic policy insights.
15+ YOERecognized thought leader with 15+ years in economic security, technology, economics, finance, science, or national security; requires program-building, fundraising, publication, representation, and people-leadership experience.
Q2IMPACT: Provides data analytics and management consulting for government agencies.
3+ YOEBachelor's degree, active final Top Secret clearance, and 3+ years of operational or strategic experience. Requires DoD knowledge, briefing skills, Microsoft Office proficiency, and CONUS/OCONUS travel willingness.
Open Source Research Resident, Emerging Technology & Security
Washington or Pittsburgh or Santa Monica or Boston or United States
$90k-$274k/yrHybridFull Time
RAND: Provides research and analysis for public policy and security.
5+ YOEConduct open-source investigations on AI, biosecurity, and national security; produce decision-ready assessments; strong analytic tradecraft and source judgment required.