Offensive Cybersecurity Engineer / AI / Startup

Kelly Services
Full-time District of Columbia, DC other-general
Posted:
June 13, 2026
Location:
District of Columbia, DC, United States

Job Description

$160000 - $250000
A startup backed by tier-1 US VCs and industry leaders is looking for exceptional Offensive Security Engineers with a strong background in low-level systems work and offensive security. You'll build production systems that conduct AI-driven vulnerability research and exploit development at scale, and are utilized at the center of western cyber operations. Due to the type of role, all candidates must be eligible for security clearances.

Ideal candidates have at least 2+ YOE in cybersecurity engineering as well as deep low-level systems experience, such as operating system internals, kernel work, runtime detection, dynamic analysis, and/or dynamic interception. You must be comfortable owning systems end to end and working in a startup environment, where you'll wear multiple hats and have the autonomy to drive ownership and navigate ambiguity.

This role is onsite in Washington DC, 5 days a week. Full relocation support is provided.

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: District of Columbia, United States
Posted: June 13, 2026
Deadline: June 18, 2026