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Overview SilverEdge Government Solutions is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Malicious Network Activities Expert to support the evaluation of test subjects in the domain of network security. This role involves developing challenging and realistic test materials that assess a test subject's ability to understand and reason about malicious network behavior. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience analyzing network traffic, identifying attack signatures, and crafting scenarios that mirror real-world threat patterns. You will be responsible for generating packet captures, designing unencrypted traffic scenarios, and creating question-answer pairs that evaluate the test subject’s ability to detect anomalies, recognize protocol misuse, and infer exploit behavior from network evidence. This position requires a strong foundation in network protocols, threat detection, and offensive security tooling. Required Qualifications - TS/SCI with Polygraph level clearance - Bachelors degree in Network Security or a related field - Strong background in network security and traffic analysis - Experience with common attack patterns and their network signatures - Understanding of network protocols and their normal vs. abnormal behaviors - Familiarity with packet analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark) - Proficiency with exploitation frameworks (e.g., Metasploit, etc.) to generate realistic attack traffic - Ability to capture and document network traffic containing specific vulnerabilities - Knowledge of cybersecurity threat detection methodologies - Ability to create realistic but challenging scenarios that test semantic understanding and inferential reasoning - Experience in reverse engineering attacks from network traffic evidence About SilverEdge SilverEdge Government Solutions was founded on the belief that nurturing talent and collaborating closely with our customers enables us to think big and deliver the best for our country. Our mission is to bring top technology talent together to solve the world’s most challenging problems while protecting the United States and our allies.SilverEdge Government Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and applicants receive lawful consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Overview SilverEdge Government Solutions is seeking a highly skilled and knowledgeable Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Evaluation Expert to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating and evaluating question-answer pairs to assess the understanding and application of post-quantum cryptography concepts by test subjects. This role requires a deep understanding of cryptographic principles, particularly in the context of quantum computing, and the ability to craft scenarios that test the test subject's ability to provide accurate and forward-thinking cryptographic advice. Key Responsibilities:● Develop comprehensive question and answer pairs that assess the test subject’s understandingof post-quantum cryptography concepts.● Evaluate the quantum resistance of classical and post-quantum algorithms presented by the testsubject.● Suggest appropriate quantum-safe alternatives for various cryptographic scenarios.● Analyze and explain the implications of quantum computing on current cryptographic standards.● Assess the test subject’s ability to reason about future attack scenarios and the trade-offsinvolved in PQC implementations.Required Skills and Qualifications:● Extensive knowledge of cryptographic principles, with a focus on post-quantum cryptography.● Familiarity with quantum-resistant algorithms such as lattice-based, hash-based, code-based,and multivariate polynomial cryptography.● Experience with cryptographic standards and protocols, including NIST's post-quantumcryptography standardization efforts.● Ability to reason about and articulate the trade-offs and implications of different cryptographicapproaches in a post-quantum world.● Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex cryptographicscenarios.● Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain technicalconcepts. Required Qualifications Education: Advanced degree in Mathematics, Cryptography, Computer Science or a related field. Experience: 5+ years in applied cryptography with a specific focus on the theoretical vulnerabilities of public-key infrastructure in the context of quantum computing. Certifications: Certified Quantum Security Analyst (CQSA) Skills: Strong foundation in classical and post-quantum cryptographic primitives, key exchange protocols,digital signature schemes, and the mathematical principles underlying quantum-resistant algorithm design. Desired Qualifications - Familiarity with cryptographic software and tools used in the evaluation and implementation ofPQC. - Participation in cryptographic research or contributions to academic publications in the field ofpost-quantum cryptography.Applications and Technologies:● Knowledge of cryptographic libraries and tools such as OpenSSL, Libsodium, or similar.● Familiarity with programming languages commonly used in cryptography, such as Python, C/C++,or Java.● Understanding of quantum computing principles and their impact on cryptography.Similar Roles:● Cryptographic Systems Expert● Cryptographic Engineer● Security Researcher – Cryptography Focus● Post-Quantum Cryptography Researcher About SilverEdge SilverEdge Government Solutions was founded on the belief that nurturing talent and collaborating closely with our customers enables us to think big and deliver the best for our country. Our mission is to bring top technology talent together to solve the world’s most challenging problems while protecting the United States and our allies.SilverEdge Government Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and applicants receive lawful consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Overview SilverEdge Government Solutions is seeking a highly skilled LLM Security Evaluation Expert to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for rigorously testing the security and integrity of Large Language Models (LLMs). Your primary focus will be on designing and executing sophisticated adversarial prompt attacks to identify potential vulnerabilities, assess the model's resistance to exploitation, and ensure it maintains consistent, secure behavior. This is a critical role in safeguarding our AI systems and ensuring they operate responsibly. Adversarial Prompt Design & Execution:Develop and implement a comprehensive suite of adversarial prompts, ranging from basic to more sophisticated, targeting known and potential LLM vulnerabilities. Craft prompts specifically designed to:Bypass security filters and content moderation policies.Induce the LLM to reveal sensitive, confidential, or proprietary information.Manipulate the LLM's output to generate harmful, biased, or unintended content.Test for prompt injection, jailbreaking, and other emerging attack vectors. Vulnerability Assessment & Analysis:Systematically test LLMs against the designed adversarial prompts.Analyze LLM responses to identify successful exploits, security weaknesses, and patterns of failure. Required Qualifications - Strong knowledge of how LLMs work, including their architecture, training processes, capabilities, and inherent limitations. - Familiarity with prominent LLM families (e.g., GPT series, Claude, Llama, PaLM) and their common characteristics. - Proven experience in crafting and refining prompts to elicit specific behaviors or bypass restrictions in LLMs. - Demonstrable understanding of techniques like jailbreaking, prompt injection, role-playing attacks, and exploiting model biases. - Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and common attack vectors, particularly as they apply to AI/ML systems. - Ability to think like an attacker and anticipate potential exploits. - Excellent ability to analyze complex systems, identify subtle vulnerabilities, and systematically test hypotheses. - Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document technical findings thoroughly. - Understanding of the ethical implications of AI security and commitment to responsible testing practices. Desired Qualifications Prior experience in AI red teaming, penetration testing of AI/ML systems, or a dedicated LLM security research role.Familiarity with specific LLM security evaluation frameworks or benchmarks (e.g., those developed by NIST, Stanford HELM, or other research institutions). Knowledge of common LLM fine-tuning and alignment techniques (e.g., RLHF) and how they might impact security.Contributions to the AI security community (e.g., research papers, open-source tools, conference presentations). Certs:● Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)● Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) About SilverEdge SilverEdge Government Solutions was founded on the belief that nurturing talent and collaborating closely with our customers enables us to think big and deliver the best for our country. Our mission is to bring top technology talent together to solve the world’s most challenging problems while protecting the United States and our allies.SilverEdge Government Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and applicants receive lawful consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.