Senior-Level Python Developer (Python, C+) Senior-Level Python Developer (Python, C+) Why IDS? IDS believes in resolving conflict, building innovative approaches to do so. Combining operational expertise with an intimate understanding of today's greatest challenges, we bring our customers the solutions required for success in a complex and multidimensional world. IDS tailors solutions for a diverse range of government, military, nonprofit, and public-sector clients. Locations Annapolis Junction, MD Shifts Available Please note, candidates must be flexible. Shift times are general hours; some projects may require earlier or later reporting based on customer
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Job Description
IDS is seeking a Senior-Level Python Developer to support a new cybersecurity initiative. The developer will work closely with a small team and mission stakeholders to capture
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, develop network protocol parsers, create fingerprints and signatures to identify anomalous network activity, and deploy analytics solutions across customer-supported tools and environments. Key Duties • Collaborate with customers to overlay network datasets within an existing architecture using the ABYSS product • Integrate parsers and signatures into ABYSS and develop tradecraft for front-end sensors • Develop parsing and processing of network protocols to populate customer data repositories • Prototype and develop analytic workflows to automate profiling of network traffic and activity • Develop detection and alerting capabilities based on anomalous network behavior and network changes
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in computer science with eight (8) years of relevant experience, or equivalent
Knowledge of customer corporate tools and data repositories
Active TS/SCI with Polygraph Compensation Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law. What is your current security clearance status?
This position is onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD. Are you willing and able to work onsite full time?
How many years of professional experience do you have developing production Python software?
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