Embedded Cybersecurity Software Engineer
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Job description
Insight Global is seeking an Embedded Cybersecurity Engineer to support a federal customer in Sterling Heights, MI. This role supports the Cyber and C5ISR (Command, Control, Communication, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) product realization team. You will contribute to architecture, technology evaluation, product development, testing, and compliance efforts for U.S. Ground Combat Platforms., Apply computer science, engineering, and mathematical principles to develop software for target hardware.
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to develop and evaluate hardware-software interfaces, performance requirements, and overall system design.
Participate in every phase of the software development lifecycle: requirements, design, implementation, integration, and formal testing.
Develop and maintain software tools, scripts, and XML files to implement and verify proper system configurations.
Ensure all software applications comply with accreditation and configuration control requirements.
Develop data/message protocol transformation tools enabling interoperability across multiple data-sharing domains.
Utilize various programming languages within a Security-Enhanced, embedded Linux environment.
Participate in peer reviews; track, identify, and resolve software defects.
Manage, develop, and support Cyber test design, environment, and tool decisions-including cost, capability, reliability, schedule, and performance trade-offs across a Cyber/C5ISR vehicle suite.
Develop and evaluate design milestones, checkpoints, and CDRL artifacts for technical accuracy and contract compliance.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field (Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering preferred) from an ABET-accredited university
- Strong programming experience in C and C++, particularly for embedded systems
- Experience with low-level programming for Linux or VxWorks OS internals
- Working knowledge of IDEs, version control, defect tracking tools, scripting languages, and CI/CD pipelines
-Experience with Secure Boot and cryptography Certifications in cybersecurity (e.g., CISSP, CEH) are a plus.
Benefits & conditions
$50/hr - $55/hr
Exact pay may vary based on education, experience, and skill level.