Principal/Sr. Principal Cyber Software Engineer
Northrop GrummanBase 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
We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more at jobs.northropgrumman.com/careers. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. Our careers site can be found at jobs.northropgrumman.com/careers. If you are contacted about a job at Northrop Grumman, please verify the email came from the domain @ngc.com before engaging with that contact. If you are contacted by a Northrop Grumman recruiter on LinkedIn, please that their profile includes the verified check mark to ensure the contact is legitimate.