Careers

At X8, our team of subject matter experts (SMEs) accept the challenge to deliver excellence for our customers.

Our employees envision, engineer and execute within the full spectrum of cyber capabilities.

Our SMEs in offensive and defensive cyberspace operations excel at rapid prototyping, agile development and the use of emerging technologies. X8 is a place where highly qualified employees, many with military backgrounds, work together to tackle tough cyber challenges. By combining the talents of our employees into one inclusive team, we foster a collaborative culture of community, creativity, learning and growth.

We invite cleared and uncleared professionals to join the X8 team.

We share ideas as we innovate, create and expand to attain new levels of success for our clients.

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Benefits

X8 offers a generous benefits package that includes a comprehensive Paid Time Off (PTO) program with flexibility for special leave.

Features:

Paid Time Off

24 days per calendar year for vacation, personal or sick use.

Special Leave

6 - 8 weeks of Parental Leave, 80 hours of Military leave per calendar year, 3 days of Bereavement Leave, 1 day of Jury Duty.

13 Paid Holidays

New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr Day, President’s Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

X8 will pay 100% of Base Plan for employee coverage and 80% for dependents for the same Base Plan. Additionally, X8 will pay 100% of Dental and Vision for employee coverage.

401K Retirement with Employer Match

X8 will make a matching contribution of 4% of the employee’s salary per payroll. Additionally, X8 will provide a discretionary contribution at years end of 6% of their annual salary for a total of 10%.

Education and Certification Reimbursement Program

$5,000 annual reimbursement for continuing education (accredited college courses, professional development conferences and career related certifications).

Referral Bonus Program

$2,000 referral bonus for a technically qualified referral hired by X8.

Life Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability Insurance

X8 will pay up to $100,000 of base salary for full time employees.

Testimonials

I began my first internship with X8 in June of 2020. Through this experience, I have learned valuable skills that I would not have otherwise learned through my degree plan. Because of this, most of my business and marketing concepts were acquired early on which placed me at the top of my classes. X8 has provided me with an extremely accommodating and flexible environment to balance my class and work remotely from San Antonio. I appreciate that they maintain the standpoint of education first, and very grateful to be a part of a company that treats their interns as equals!

Brianna F., The University of Texas at San Antonio

X8 is employee centric. They are always checking up on us to make sure we’re comfortable with the work. They care that we don’t feel overburdened. We’re never micromanaged. They also stress the importance of family...

Tony M.

It’s the little things that make a big difference. Team luncheons just to check in and see how you are doing...

Aaron S.

From Internship to full-time employee, X8 has shown itself to be a well-managed, professional, and compassionate company...

Seth H.

Perks at X8

The benefits of being part of the X8 team extend beyond health insurance and PTO. X8 has created a fun environment with opportunities for socialization and camaraderie among staff, extending beyond the rewards for successful project work. Our people enjoy being part of the X8 family and appreciate the ways we celebrate them.

  • Referral Bonus Program for technically qualified referrals who are hired by X8
  • Happy Hour Events at corporate HQ and local venues
  • Welcome Events for new hires
  • Personalized Employee Care Packages delivered to homes
  • Summer outdoor events with families
  • Holiday parties
  • Recognition Events with Gifts

X8 LLC is a veteran-owned cybersecurity and engineering firm brimming with current and former military talent. The DoD SkillBridge program is a natural fit for us because, from the CEO down, we know what military professionals bring to the workforce.

X8 SkillBridge Program

SkillBridge Internships with X8 are designed to enhance the existing knowledge, skills, and experience a transitioning military member possesses. Our approach exposes the intern to ongoing development projects, design reviews, program management, industry standards, user interaction, and critical thinking tasks to meet their training objectives. X8 SkillBridge mentors develop a training plan and help guide the intern through the program to completion. Our goal is to extend employment after successful completion of the SkillBridge Program.

X8 SkillBridge Tour Length

X8 SkillBridge internships last anywhere from 30 to 180 days. The longer the applicant participates, the more they will benefit from the transition assistance into civilian life. However, we understand every service member's situation is different and thus offer flexibility.

Professional Focus Areas

X8 subject experts specialize in multiple technological, operational, and scientific fields. Our select team of operational, analytical, and developmental experts have decades of experience in the cyberspace domain and maintain a reputation for achieving results.

Cyber Operations Internships Current Applicant Criteria

  • Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
  • Seasoned Cyber Security Professionals (5+ years) with a strong background in Computer Network Operations as an Operator, Analyst, Developer, Infrastructure Operator, Security Operations Center Analyst, or Cyber Planner
  • Hands-on experience in Cyber Operations. (e.g. defensive, offensive, analysis, data transportation and/or development)
  • Applicants must first check with their respective Service for eligibility, the Service-specific application process, timelines, etc. for the DoD SkillBridge Program before applying for an X8 SkillBridge internship

X8 Business Operations Internship Current Applicant Criteria

  • Secret Clearance or (Secret Clearable through Background investigation)
  • At least four years experience working in the DoD environment
  • Possess excellent management practices, anticipate internal organization issues, propose smart solutions, and represent the employee perspective.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work with technical and non-technical leaders.
  • Track record of identifying and analyzing key processes and working with a high degree of autonomy.
  • High school diploma. (Secondary education preferred)

Locations of Current X8 SkillBridge Program Internships

  • Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA), Texas
  • Fort George G. Meade, Maryland
  • Fort Washington, MD (DC Metro Area)

Application Process

Candidates that meet the above criteria and are interested in participating in an internship should send their resume, a brief description of their background, and contact information to skillbridge@x8llc.com. We will review and get back to you.