Embedded Cybersecurity Software Engineer II

Date Posted:

2024-09-10

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

The Communication Systems directorate creates some of the most cutting edge products across the enterprise and the security software team plays a very large role. We develop innovative solutions that keep our military members safe, connected and informed. Our team has some of the most knowledgeable experts in the industry and work with the latest technologies in embedded software development. 

Our team is looking for a Cybersecurity Software Engineer. As an engineer on our team you will be involved in the development of state-of-the-art cryptographic solutions by implementing embedded software communications protocols, security mechanisms, encryption algorithms, and/or secure storage software for our sophisticated software defined radios that enable pilots and soldiers to securely transfer data, voice and imagery over the air. We work with the NSA to ensure our crypto products meet security needs for helicopters, fighter jets, outer space, and Air Force One. 

We do a lot of work in C++, C, Python and embedded Linux so an understanding of these areas will help you come up to speed quickly. 

What You Will Do: 

• Design and develop embedded software solutions 

• Work collaboratively in a team create to solve our customers' unique and interesting needs 

• Support requirement generation, software implementation, test case development, and verification efforts 

• Integrate multi-threaded C and C++ software code bases. 

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field or in absence of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience

• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Comfortable working with C, C++, python and/or Linux 

• Experience coding in an embedded environment 

• Security focused mindset 

• Familiar with multi-threaded and object oriented development 

• Familiar with the basics of asymmetric and symmetric encryption 

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes: 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance         
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more! 

Relocation Eligibility

• Eligible for relocation

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