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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Security Engineer, National Security - **Company:** Google LLC - **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $174,000.0 - $252,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Software System Penetration Testing, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Computer Programming, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Networking Hardware, Intrusion Detection Systems, Secure Coding, Security Information and Event Management, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Large Language Models, Generative AI, Information Technology, Cyber Warfare - **Published:** August 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/FECC6080BD07437D8BA2AFA1E985C3BC/job/ ## About the Role Experience driving progress, solving problems, and mentoring more junior team members; deeper expertise and applied knowledge within relevant area., Must be a US Citizen to meet customer and compliance requirements, including potential access to classified information., * Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. * 5 years of experience with security assessments or security design reviews or threat modeling. * 5 years of experience with security engineering, computer and network security and security protocols. * 5 years of coding experience in one or more general purpose languages. * Must possess an active Top Secret/SCI security clearance with current polygraph., * Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field. * Experience building, deploying, or evaluating AI-native solutions and generative AI technologies, including integrating LLMs or agentic workflows into complex operational environments. * Experience in offensive security, red teaming, or advanced pen testing, with the ability to apply an attacker's mindset to infrastructure defense and defensive engineering. * Experience in Developer Security Operations practices, including designing high-performance evaluation pipelines, building security automation, and integrating security controls directly into Continuous Integration (CI)/Continuous Deployment (CD) workflows. ## Description Our Security team works to create and maintain the safest operating environment for Google's users and developers. Security Engineers work with network equipment and actively monitor our systems for attacks and intrusions. In this role, you will also work with software engineers to proactively identify and fix security flaws and vulnerabilities. The Google Public Sector (GPS) Cyber Defense and Security Operations (CDSO) Group leads our Security Operations function for a range of GPS platforms and services. Combining Mandiant's deep security expertise with Google technologies, our team sets the standard in Security Engineering, Assessment, and Operations across Government Cloud programs. Google Public Sector (https://about.google/intl/ALL_us/public-sector/#:~:text=We) brings the magic of Google to the mission of government and education with solutions purpose-built for enterprises. We focus on helping United States public sector institutions accelerate their digital transformations, and we continue to make significant investments and grow our team to meet the complex needs of local, state and federal government and educational institutions. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $174000 - $252000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits, * Identify security issues and implement and design security controls, tools, and services to improve security systems and processes. * Create custom AI-driven detections and workflows. Lead the design of automated, AI-native offensive tools and simulation frameworks to identify vulnerabilities at scale. * Implement monitoring strategies, response plans, and awareness programs. Optimize SIEM, IDS/IPS, and core security tools. * Conduct ongoing threat hunts using intelligence. 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