Cyber Engineer at Metrea in Annapolis Junction, MD

Summary: Metrea is a company that delivers effects-as-a-service to national security partners across various domains. The Cyber Engineer role involves designing and delivering software for distributed, edge-based systems that process network and wireless data in real time, requiring ownership of technical problems and the ability to deliver production-quality code.

Responsibilities:
- Design and implement software for real-time data ingestion, processing, and control
- Build modular services across edge and backend environments
- Develop APIs and data pipelines to support analysis and automation
- Integrate with network stacks, wireless tooling, and external data sources
- Implement automation frameworks, including rule-based workflows and triggers
- Deploy and optimize software on Linux-based systems under constrained resources
- Troubleshoot system-level, networking, and performance issues
- Prototype and iterate capabilities based on evolving requirements
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate software with hardware and field systems

Required Qualifications:
- Proficiency in Rust, Python, and Bash
- Experience in red teaming, penetration testing, or security-focused engineering
- Experience building backend, systems, or distributed software
- Strong networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, sockets, packet-level behavior)
- Proficiency in Linux environments (services, processes, debugging)
- Ability to work independently and deliver from loosely defined requirements
- 1 to 3 years in this field or equivalent education
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Role may require adherence to export control regulations (ITAR/EAR)
- This position requires eligibility to obtain a Top Secret / TS/SCI clearance

Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with wireless technologies (Wi-Fi, BLE, cellular, SDR)
- Experience with edge or embedded systems (e.g., ARM, Jetson, Raspberry Pi)
- Working knowledge of C# and/or JavaScript

Required Skills: Rust, Python, Bash, Red teaming, Penetration testing, Security engineering, Backend software development, Systems software development, Distributed software development, TCP/IP, Sockets, Packet-level behavior, Linux environments, Wireless technologies, Wi-Fi, BLE, SDR, Edge systems, Embedded systems, ARM architecture, Jetson, Raspberry Pi, C#, JavaScript, Networking fundamentals

Benefits: Comprehensive medical plan options, HSA/FSA accounts, Dental and vision coverage, 6% employer 401(k) match, Fully paid parental leave for all new parents, Generous PTO, Life and disability insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability coverage, AD&D Coverage, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Subsided gym membership / plans through Wellhub