Security Software Engineer

Boeing

Confirmed live 2 days ago High trust
Remote

Quick summary

Work type
Remote
Location
Swansea, ILMascoutah, IL
Salary
$81,000–$95,000 / yr
Posted
29 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago
Closes
Sep 26, 2026

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $177k
This role $88k
$64k most similar roles pay here $237k

This role pays less than 99% of similar roles. Most pay $147,050–$206,175 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $88k versus about $177k for comparable roles.

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About Boeing

Boeing is the world''s largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial jetliners, military aircraft, defense systems, and space launch vehicles for customers in 150 countries. Industry: Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing

Boeing currently has 39 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $118,150–$159,850 across 34 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Security Software Engineer

As a Security Software Engineer, you will provide critical security engineering support for the Global Decision Support System (GDSS) program, which serves as the primary command and control system for the Air Mobility Command. You will work within an AWS Cloud One environment to ensure secure operations that meet Department of War Cybersecurity requirements. Your daily responsibilities include coordinating efforts to address Security Technical Implementation Guides, integrating security controls into CI/CD pipelines, and remediating vulnerabilities identified in Nessus scans. You will monitor cloud security posture using tools like AWS Security Hub, GuardDuty, Config, and Trend Micro Deep Security while managing IAM policies and encryption solutions. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree, CompTIA Security+ certification, and five years of experience in secure development practices to protect mission-critical mobility operations including airlift, airdrop, and air refueling.

What you'll do

  • Coordinate efforts to address quarterly Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and plans of action for compliance.
  • Integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines in collaboration with DevOps and engineering teams.
  • Identify, analyze, and remediate security vulnerabilities and misconfigurations within AWS environments.
  • Monitor Nessus scan results and coordinate the remediation and burndown of identified findings.
  • Monitor cloud security posture using AWS-native tools and third-party solutions like Trend Micro Deep Security.
  • Manage and maintain AWS security policies including Identity and Access Management (IAM), security groups, and network ACLs.
  • Design, deploy, and manage encryption solutions for data at rest and in transit within AWS environments.
  • Develop and maintain documentation regarding cloud security architecture, policies, and procedures.

What we're looking for

  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Clearance.
  • Bachelor's Degree or higher.
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification.
  • 5+ years of experience implementing and sustaining secure development practices and operations, including scanning and vulnerability remediation.
  • Must be a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 to meet export control requirements.
  • Prior experience supporting GDSS or MAFC2 Systems (preferred).
  • U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

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