Senior C/C++/Python Software Engineer

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.

 

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Department of Defense SECRET security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

 

Required Qualifications

· High proficiency in embedded Rust, C/C++ or equivalent systems language

· Broad spectrum of knowledge to be able to understand end-to-end network system architecture.

· Understanding of MAC and Networking layer of a communication system.

· Understanding of Internet Protocol Security (IPsec), network protocols, data authentication and encryption (e.g. TLS, SSL, encryption, OpenSSL, X.509 Certificates, etc.)

· Knowledge and experience of different security protocols and encryption algorithms such as suite of CNSA algorithms.

· Experience with low-level hardware driver implementation

· Experience with embedded Linux

· Ability to work in a Bare Metal environment.

· Familiarity with ARM architecture.

· Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Willing to travel periodically, as needed

Responsibilities for this Position

Make the world’s most advanced Cybersecurity and Encryption products even smarter

 

As a Senior C/C++/Python Software Engineer, working with custom Hardware built in-house, for our Cyber group, you’ll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for developing mission critical NSA-certified Cybersecurity devices in a rapidly growing product line. You’ll be working at the cutting edge of Cybersecurity and high-speed data.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, code, test, integrate and document firmware and software for embedded systems and communication products
• Support software engineering activities including interface design, system integration, code reviews, and software testing
• Participate in internal review of software components and systems.
• Create required project documentation in support of contract deliverables. Including development plans, requirement and design specifications, and test documents.
• Develop embedded software for network security applications, including device management software, communication protocols, device drivers, and control plane security features.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate software and hardware solutions.
• Manage requirements, including decomposition, allocation, verification, and validation

 

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with systems, software and hardware development processes in DoD applications
• Familiarity with DoD Protocols: Knowledge of dynamic discovery processes and security protocols used in DoD networks
• Expertise in Cryptographic Technologies
• Proficiency in Cryptographic Modernization 2 Operational Management
• Knowledge of NETCONF/RESTCONF and YANG modeling to enhance network management and operability.
• Understanding of Cryptographic Key Management based on EKMS and KMI
• Familiarity with architecture development and system modeling tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler
• Knowledge of Networking and Interface technologies including Web services like RESTful
• Understanding of Security requirements to provide Authentication, integrity, and confidentiality services and implementation
• Understanding of Public Key Infrastructure with trust chains, certificates, revocation checking, cert validation
• Expertise in Cryptographic mechanisms such as SHA, HMAC, Elliptic Curve, and quantum resistance approaches
• Understanding of Cryptographic Message Syntax (CMS)

 

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs (including on-site gym), employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits
• Sign-On Bonus Eligible for New Hires

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