Senior Software Cyber Engineer

Draper Labs
United States, Massachusetts, Cambridge
555 Technology Square (Show on map)
Jan 04, 2025
Overview: Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com. Job Description Summary: The Engineer (SMTS) leverages an understanding of hardware, firmware/software, and existing or custom tooling to evaluate systems for vulnerabilities and/or to develop software to exploit and alter the behavior of a system. Security Engineers are responsible for both identifying and defeating modern defensive security techniques in both hardware and software to deliver software that can withstand environmental scrutiny. Works independently, in conjunction with defensive software or hardware cybersecurity professionals for red team efforts, or with other cross-domain professionals for targets that intersect other technical areas. This role is responsible for planning, designing, testing, implementing and maintaining the cyber security solutions for the information systems and networks supporting a critical national defense program at Draper. This role requires a thorough knowledge of the program requirements, mission priorities and goals, as well as in depth understanding of current and emerging technologies in order to provide strategic planning and technical expertise relative to all aspects of the cyber security program. The optimal candidate for this role has the ability and experience required to lead teams in the creation of security solutions through the evaluation of technical requirements, mission priorities and available technologies while weighing potential risks associated with existing and emerging security threats, program needs, cost, and schedule impacts. Job Description: Duties/Responsibilities * Assess hardware and software for security vulnerabilities using a breadth of technologies and techniques. * Develop software that meets behavior and security requirements for tailored applications. * Integrate software capabilities with other tasks or groups to improve performance or behavior requirements. * Create new tools and systems to detect and exploit vulnerabilities and system weaknesses. * Document nominal application and system functionality, in addition to implemented changes. * Drive solutions to complex problems with limited direction - contribute to requirements. development, propose ways forward, and adapt appropriately to changes in requirements. * Provides insight and suggest design modifications based on analysis outcomes, and to apply analysis techniques across a range of technical disciplines. * Identifies program/system-level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies. * Actively mentor less experienced engineers and provide thoughtful, constructive feedback. * Performs other related duties as assigned. Skills/Abilities * Curiosity-driven approach to solving complex, customer-driven problems as part of a multi-disciplinary team. * Collaborate and communicate effectively and openly with multi-disciplinary program team members, program leadership, and non-technical personnel. * Be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands. Education Requires a bachelor's in computer science, computer engineering, or related field. Experience 5-10 years experience in Cybersecurity or related field is required. Additional Job Description: Proven experience in system design and integration including requirements analysis, gap analysis, security analysis, and developing security architectures and solutions for new or existing computer systems and networks Expert level knowledge of current cyber security tactics, techniques and procedures used within the Defense Industrial Base for isolated and connected systems Experience with risk-based security engineering and threat modeling Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture concepts and objectives Experience supporting IT or cybersecurity in heavily regulated or compliance-focused environments, particularly the Defense Industrial Base Applicants selected for this position may be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Security Clearance is required. Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration. Job Location - City: Cambridge Job Location - State: Massachusetts Job Location - Postal Code: 02139-3563 Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers. Equal Employment Opportunity: Draper is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We understand the value of diversity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.