Cyber Systems Software Engineer- Early Career
Lockheed MartinAbout the role
Security Clearance
Secret
Shift
First
Direct/Indirect
Direct
Business Area
Rotary and Mission Systems
Department
XECTQQ:Cyber Resiliency B
Relocation/Housing Stipend Available
Possible
Job Code/Title
E9751:Cyber Software Engr Asc
Job Class
Cyber Security Engineering
Job Category
4 yr and up College
Program
MASC-F
Req Type
Full-Time
Job Description
By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility. Your Mission is Ours.
The Cyber Software Engineer Associate will develop secure Python applications/tools by writing, reviewing, and maintaining high‑quality code, incorporating essential security controls such as authentication, encryption, and input validation. They will assist senior engineers in threat modeling to identify potential risks early in the development cycle and use static and dynamic analysis tools (e.g., Bandit, SonarQube, CodeQL, fuzzers) to detect and remediate vulnerabilities. The role also involves contributing to CI/CD pipelines to ensure security checks are embedded, and producing clear documentation, including design specifications, code comments, and user guides, to facilitate knowledge sharing. Collaboration is key; the engineer will work closely with product managers, system architects, and DevSecOps teams to deliver secure cyber‑based features on schedule, while continuously staying current with emerging cybersecurity trends, standards (such as NIST and OWASP), and best practices.
Basic Qualifications
• B.S. in Computer or Electrical Engineering, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 0-1 years of software development experience (internships, co-ops, acceptable).
• Possess CompTIA Security+ certification, or ability to get within 60 days of hire.
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and collaborative development workflows.
• Basic understanding of software security concepts (e.g., confidentiality, integrity, authentication, authorization, secure coding principles).
• Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Desired skills
• Familiarity with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) testing and scanning.
• Full software life-cycle development.
• Basic knowledge of cloud container scanning.
• Prior software development experience (Python).
• Familiarity with Agile practices.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps processes.
• Eagerness to learn and stay current with emerging cybersecurity trends and technologies.
State
Alabama
Zip
35808
EEO
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
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At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualific
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