Security Software Engineer (Starshield)

SpaceX

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Work type: On-site
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Salary: $130,000–$150,000 / yr
Posted: today

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SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft with the mission of enabling humans to become a multi-planetary species. It operates the Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship launch vehicles, as well as the Starlink satellite internet constellation.

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TL;DR · Security Software Engineer (Starshield)

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Join a leading cybersecurity team in Washington, DC as a Senior Software Engineer specializing in applied cryptography and network security. You will work on developing secure boot mechanisms and conducting vulnerability research to enhance the robustness of operating systems. Your day-to-day responsibilities include coding in Python, C++, and Golang while collaborating with experts in various domains such as software engineering and cryptography. Ideal candidates possess a strong background in cybersecurity, with experience in secure system design and an understanding of ITAR regulations. This role offers the opportunity to tackle complex security challenges at scale within a dynamic and innovative environment.

Skills

Python C++ Golang Applied_Cryptography Network_Security Operating_System_Security Secure_Boot Vulnerability_Research

What you'll do

Design and implement secure software solutions using Python, C++, or Golang.
Conduct vulnerability research to identify and mitigate security risks in systems.
Apply cryptographic techniques to enhance data protection and system integrity.
Develop network security protocols to safeguard against unauthorized access.
Implement secure boot mechanisms to ensure operating system authenticity.

What we're looking for

Proficient in Python, C++, and Golang.
Experience in software engineering and applied cryptography.
Expertise in network security and operating system security.
Knowledge of secure/authenticated boot processes.
Conducted vulnerability research and analysis.

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