What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Cybersecurity Software Engineer position at Secmation?
Secmation is looking for experienced Principal Cybersecurity Software Development Engineers who will be an instrumental part of our leadership team. At Secmation you will design, develop, implement and test security solutions for embedded devices and Defense Applications; not manage IT security systems.
In this hands-on software development and leadership role, you will work with the Secmation management team, internal development teams, subcontractors, and customers to translate advanced technical concepts into reality. While familiar with cybersecurity policies/processes, your specialty is developing software products for cybersecurity of embedded systems from concept through delivery. You will be involved in applications including development of cybersecurity engineering tools, advanced simulation, self-driving vehicles, and protection of advanced AI/ML software. Your knowledge of cybersecurity technologies and their vulnerabilities enables you to develop the secure software needed to protect systems from modern threats.
A successful Principal Cybersecurity Software Development Engineer will work closely with DoD customers to define new programs and ensure technical execution of existing programs. The career path for this position includes more senior technical and management opportunities as the Company continues to grow.
This position is being offered as a full-time hybrid on-site position working at our Raleigh, NC, DC Metro Area, or Huntsville, AL office.
Compensation for this position includes competitive salary, one-time signing bonus potential, full-benefits, company equity, and relocation assistance.
Required Skills and Knowledge:
- Current DoD Security Clearance Required (any level)
- BS or higher, in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or similar.
- 10 years of progressive work experience in embedded software development in systems programming, design, coding, debugging, testing and troubleshooting targeting ARM or similar architectures and various platforms.
- 5 years’ experience in cybersecurity focused products.
- Software/security architect level experience leading system design and development in embedded projects based on C/C using Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS).
- Strong C/C programming skills with design and implementation of security controls across different development platforms.
- Experience serving in a hands-on technical leadership role on contracts with DoD laboratories/organizations (e.g. Air Force Research Laboratory, Office of Naval Research, Army Futures Command).
- Expert level knowledge in cybersecurity technologies supported by successful program outcomes.
- Ability to lead geographically distributed technical teams in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Comfortable presenting complex technical topics to customers, presenting at conferences, and developing technical documentation.
Work Location and Position Type:
This is a full-time hybrid work-from-home position located in DC Metro area, Raleigh, NC, or Huntsville, AL. Workdays are Monday through Friday (workdays and hours may vary based on project needs).
Employee Benefits Offered by Secmation:
Competitive pay
One-Time Signing Bonus
Company equity
Relocation Assistance
Paid time off
Flexible work schedules
Health, Dental and Vision insurance
Life insurance
Long and Short-term disability insurance
Retirement benefits and more!
Who We Are
Secmation is not an IT company. We specialize in advanced cybersecurity technologies in Digital Engineering, Software Development, and Cybersecurity tools and services for Defense and Industrial applications. Our technologies and products reduce the time to develop, deploy, and maintain machine learning, artificial intelligence, complex automation, guidance/control, secure communications, and other critical software systems securely and on-time. Secmation's experience in autonomous systems design enables us to provide advanced cybersecurity solutions enabling rapid compliance with cybersecurity regulations and certifications. To find out more about Secmation, visit www.secmation.com.
Secmation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability, nationality, or veteran status.
