Sr Principal Cybersecurity Embedded Software Engineer P5 (Onsite)
About The Position
The Senior Principal Cybersecurity Embedded Software Engineer will lead cybersecurity engineering for Pratt & Whitney’s Control & Diagnostic Systems (CDS), an engineering organization that develops and certifies military, commercial, and industrial gas turbine engine control and diagnostic systems. CDS work spans requirements analysis and definition, system and software architecture, algorithm design, product software design, verification and validation, integration with other engine modules and air vehicles, and support throughout the engine product life cycle. In this senior technical role, the engineer will guide cybersecurity activities aligned with the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), develop security architecture and documentation, embed security requirements into system and software designs, and support secure software development lifecycle practices. The role also includes threat modeling, vulnerability and risk analysis, security assessment package preparation, and mentoring engineers. The position is onsite in East Hartford, Connecticut. U.S. citizenship and an active, existing DoD Secret clearance after the first day are required; the candidate must also be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
- 10 years of engineering experience, or an advanced degree with 7 years of experience.
- U.S. citizenship; only U.S. citizens are eligible for the required security clearance.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance.
- Active and existing DoD Secret clearance required after day one.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree in computer engineering, software engineering, computer science, or cybersecurity.
- DoD, aerospace, or critical infrastructure cybersecurity experience.
- Experience with DevSecOps practices, automated security tooling, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Familiarity with embedded systems security.
- Demonstrated ability to influence across teams and lead complex technical initiatives.
- Leadership and strong communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead cybersecurity engineering activities aligned with NIST RMF, including system categorization, security control selection, implementation, assessment, and continuous monitoring.
- Develop, document, and maintain system security architecture, design artifacts, and cybersecurity engineering documentation.
- Partner with software, systems, and program engineering teams to incorporate security requirements and controls into system and software designs.
- Drive development and execution of secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) practices.
- Support preparation of security assessment packages, including SSP, SCTM, and POA&M, and interface with internal and external assessors.
- Perform threat modeling, vulnerability analysis, and risk assessments for new and existing systems.
- Promote cybersecurity best practices and mentor junior engineers in secure design principles.
- Contribute to technical reviews, design decisions, and risk mitigation strategies as a senior technical authority.
- Ensure compliance with applicable DoD, NIST, and corporate cybersecurity standards.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability.
- 401(k) match.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Employee assistance program.
- Employee Scholar Program.
- Parental leave.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- May be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation, subject to applicable conditions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
