The posting
LevelBlue reduces risk and builds lasting resilience so organizations can innovate and advance their mission with confidence. As the world’s most analyst-recognized and largest pure-play managed security services provider, LevelBlue elevates client outcomes that matter: stronger defense, faster response, and sustained business continuity. LevelBlue combines AI-powered security operations, advanced threat intelligence, and elite human expertise to provide the most comprehensive portfolio of strategic advisory, managed security, offensive security, and incident response services. Position Overview The Cyber Associate Program is an early careers progressive training program beginning in August 2027 that will introduce you to LevelBlue’s consulting services. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits and will provide you with the opportunity to work with the following consulting specialization:
Intellectual Property
Associates work side-by-side with our experienced colleagues, gaining exposure in their focus practice via client-facing assignments and long-term projects. You will learn from colleagues across LevelBlue Professional Services Organization (PSO) with diverse technical backgrounds.
Please note that this is not a software development position, but it does require computer science expertise and strong technical skills.
Upon completing the 7-month Cyber Associate program, candidates who have successfully met the performance expectations of the business will be able to continue their career with promotion to Consultant and will be eligible for a bonus and base salary increase. Intellectual Property Cyber Associates can choose to either work remotely or follow a hybrid schedule at our Boston office.
Level Blue’s Intellectual Property consulting group advises attorneys, companies, judges, and juries on the computer science issues in their patent, copyright, trade secret, and contract dispute legal matters. Our team both provides and supports the technical expert witnesses who prepare written expert reports and provide oral testimony in court on computer science issues in these matters.
During the program you will:
Review source code in order to analyze its functionality, comparing it to other code bases or technical specifications to identify evidence of patent infringement, trade secret theft, copyright infringement, or other questions. In short: figure out how applications or systems work. Perform other technical analyses such as reverse engineering, network traffic analysis, data analysis, or technical document review to assist clients in the context of intellectual property litigation. Work in teams on cases spanning a wide range of technical subject matters within the field of computer science. Produce high quality oral and written work product, explaining complex technical matters to a non-technical audience such as lawyers, judges, and juries. Support senior colleagues and outside expert witnesses in drafting expert reports and declarations. Support expert testimony in depositions, trials, and other proceedings. Develop and extend internal tools that assist in our analyses. Travel as needed to client sites for code review.
From the very beginning of the program, candidates engage in interactive learning activities focused on boosting business and client management skills and growth across technical disciplines. You'll also be exposed to a wide variety of technical environments while working alongside our experienced technologists through direct client work.
Position Responsibilities
Perform tasks related to technical consulting engagements involving intellectual property matters. Learn to present sophisticated technical matters and analysis clearly and concisely. Work on confidential client matters with impeccable standards of honesty, care, and accuracy. Rapidly learn new technologies to develop broader technical expertise. Assist in developing proprietary tools and programs to aid in matters of intellectual property investigations. Build understanding around intellectual property litigation and its legal standards and use that knowledge to help guide investigations and analysis tasks. Develop and broaden skills through training and research. Participate in in-house training sessions. Suggest and pursue firm-enhancing projects that draw on your skills and academic interests.
What are we looking for?
We are aiming to recruit a diverse group of associates whose varying experiences, backgrounds and strengths can help LevelBlue offer the most innovative solutions.
Education & Application Information
Bachelor's degree or Graduate degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or another scientific discipline with significant software-related coursework or experience. Applicants for this role should graduate between Dec. 2026 – June 2027 and have a GPA of 3.0 or above.
Basic Qualifications
Experience with some of the following programming languages: C/C++, Java, Python, C# Familiarity with computer system hardware and software. Strong analytic, qualitative, and quantitative reasoning skills. Strong written and oral communication skills, plus attention to detail. Solid understanding of MS Office, and familiarity with Windows, Macintosh, and/or Linux operation systems. Creative problem solving and eagerness to learn and research new skills. Exceptional work ethic, high level of professionalism and commitment to ethical standards. Strong self-motivation and a positive mentality.
Desired Knowledge and Expertise
Familiarity with Linux/Unix operation systems and tools Additional pluses include experience with SQL/databases, web frameworks, functional languages, programming language and/or compiler design, Android/iOS app development, machine learning, networking and network capture, and experience in computer or electronics design or reverse-engineering
Why Join LevelBlue?At LevelBlue, you’re not just an employee—you’re part of a team making a real difference in the world of cybersecurity. We foster a culture of innovation and creativity where your contributions are valued, and you’ll have the support and resources to grow and thrive. Benefits and Perks:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) with employer matching. Generous paid time off and holidays. Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts. Employee assistance programs. Training and development opportunities. Adoption assistance program.
This role is open to candidates legally authorized to work in the United States. At LevelBlue, we support flexible work and bring people together in person for key moments based on role, team, and business needs. LevelBlue is committed to a culture of respect, inclusion, and equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other status protected under applicable law. To all agencies: Please do not contact LevelBlue employees outside of the Talent Acquisition team. LevelBlue’s policy is to only accept resumes from agencies through its approved agency process and with a valid agreement in place. Any resume submitted outside this process will be considered the property of LevelBlue, and no fee will be paid if a candidate is hired from such a submission.
