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# Sr Principal Cyber Software Engineer Lead

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Cincinnati, OH, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $142,200.0 - $213,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Assembly Language, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Networking Hardware, Network Protocols, Reverse Engineering, Security Software, TCP/IP, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3467405061&tx=FP10198LFU&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

We are seeking cleared or clearable mid-level Software Engineers who are self-motivated and energetic with a background in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline., * B.S. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field and 7 years of programming experience OR M.S. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field and 5 years of programming experience OR Ph.D and 2 years of relevant work experience.

 * Active Top Secret security clearance and ability to acquire the IDIQ SCI clearance
 * Proficient in engineering best practices
 * Proficient C programming skills
 * Extensive knowledge of networking device, topology, and communication concepts
 * Strong breadth and depth of knowledge of Offensive Cyber techniques and technologies
 * Experience as Technical Lead leading teams of 2-8 engineers, * Strong written and verbal communication skills
 * Strong organizational skills
 * Experience spearheading process improvement initiatives
 * Experience participating in competitive proposal efforts
 * Reverse Engineering
 * Advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
 * Familiarity with Assembly Languages (x86, x64, MIPS, PPC, or ARM)
 * Understanding of return-oriented programming (ROP) concepts and execution
 * Development of lower level networking protocols such as TCP/IP and UDP
 * OS Internals experience

## Description

This position involves building and maintaining close relationships with Program Portfolio Program Managers, Engineering Program Managers, technical leads, customers, and subcontractors. The individual selected must be able to help formulate, manage, and execute long-term Program Portfolio strategy. They will ensure a consistent technical approach across task orders and take responsibility for process improvement initiatives. They must take ownership of competitive proposals as the lead of the technical activities, which include driving discussion on bid decisions and reviewing technical solutions, schedules, BOEs, and coordination with subcontractors, as appropriate. In addition to their duties as the Program Portfolio System Engineer, this individual will also serve as a deputy technical lead on an existing task order.