Principal/Sr. Principal Cyber Software Engineer
Northrop Grumman2 months ago
San Antonio, TX, USAStaff+
Base Salary
$114k - $213k/yr
Responsibilities
- Develop kernel-mode software for Windows and Linux using C, C++, and Assembly.
- Perform reverse engineering of x86, x64, MIPS, PPC, and ARM systems and compiled binaries.
- Conduct vulnerability analysis and vulnerability research across operating systems and networked systems.
- Develop communications and network software using C/C++ and protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP, and SSL.
- Work on embedded programming, infrastructure engineering, command-and-control software, web applications, and network applications.
- Use debugging, system analysis, emulation, virtualization, source control, and CI/CD tools as part of software development.
- Lead teams of 2–8 engineers as a technical lead.
Requirements
- Principal level requires a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field plus 5 years of programming experience, or a master’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering plus 3 years of experience.
- Senior Principal level requires a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field plus 8 years of programming experience, or a master’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering plus 6 years of experience.
- U.S. citizenship and an active Secret clearance are required, along with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.
- Demonstrated C/C++ programming experience is required.
- Experience with debugging or system analysis tools such as Wireshark, IDA Pro, OllyDebug, WinDBG, and JTAG debuggers is required.
- Technical leadership experience leading teams of 2–8 engineers is required.
- Preferred qualifications include an active TS/SCI clearance, an advanced degree, kernel-mode or embedded development, Assembly, vulnerability research, emulation, reverse engineering, operating-system internals, virtual machines, lower-level networking, shellcode, ROP, secure programming, modern source control, CI/CD workflows, and Agile experience.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance may be available.
- The role requires approximately 10% travel.
- The position offers an optional 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off for employees working nine-hour days Monday through Thursday.
- Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, company-paid holidays, and paid time off.
- Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses.
About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman designs and manufactures aircraft, spacecraft, missile defense, C4ISR, and cyber systems for the U.S. government, NASA, and allied nations. The company operates primarily through long-term defense and space contracts, delivering products and services spanning autonomous systems, sensors, software, and sustainment. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, it is a public company listed on the NYSE (ticker: NOC).