C++ + Cybersecurity Engineer

PradeepIT Consulting Services Pvt Ltd; United States; Remote; USD 96,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-friendly

Contractor status

Job summary

PradeepIT Consulting Services Pvt Ltd is seeking a C++ + Cybersecurity Engineer for a contract-based, full-time engagement. The role emphasizes secure, scalable, and AI-driven software development and adherence to cybersecurity best practices.

You will operate at the intersection of cybersecurity, AI, and software engineering to deliver secure AI-enabled solutions. The ideal candidate has deep C++ expertise and cybersecurity experience, with remote-friendly work and a requirement to overlap 5

Qualifications

• Must have solid C++ programming experience (systems/enterprise/high-performance).
• Strong cybersecurity knowledge: OWASP Top 10, secure coding practices, compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop secure, scalable, AI-driven software solutions.
• Implement threat modeling, secure coding, and vulnerability remediation.

Skills

C++

Cybersecurity

Tools

SQL

Python

Java

JavaScript

Job description

Job Description: C++ + Cybersecurity Engineer

About the Role We are seeking a C++ + Cybersecurity Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role is focused on developing secure, scalable, and AI-driven software solutions while ensuring adherence to cybersecurity best practices. You will work at the intersection of cybersecurity, AI, and software engineering, helping to build the future of secure AI-integrated development.

Search Guidance

• Location : Open
• Skills required(Mandatory): C++ AND Cyber Security OR Security
• Total Years Of exp : 5+ years experience
• Opportunity: Full-Time Contract, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week
• Notice Period: 2 weeks only
• Engagement length: 3 Months
• Overlap Required: 5 hours PST

Key Requirements

• Programming Skills (Mandatory)
• C++ (Systems programming, high-performance computing, embedded systems, or enterprise applications)
• Cybersecurity Expertise (OWASP Top 10, secure coding practices, compliance standards)

Additional Technical Skills (Preferred)

• SQL (query optimization, database design, relational databases)
• Python (automation, AI/ML integration, API development)
• Java (backend services, enterprise application security)
• JavaScript (front-end or full-stack development)

Fundamental Requirements

• Cybersecurity Best Practices : Strong knowledge of secure coding principles, vulnerability assessment, and compliance frameworks.
• Application Security & Secure Coding : Experience with threat modeling, penetration testing, and secure application development.
• Problem-Solving & Algorithmic Thinking : Ability to diagnose issues, optimize solutions, and enhance system architecture.
• Prompt Engineering & AI Tools : Experience with ChatGPT or similar tools to accelerate development while considering AI biases and security risks.
• Software Development & Code Analysis : Expertise in writing clean, modular, and test-driven code.

Ideal Candidate Profiles

• Cybersecurity Engineer with Strong C++ Expertise
• Application Security Engineer with AI/ML Exposure
• Machine Learning Engineer with a Cybersecurity Background

Offer Details

• Position Type: contractor role
• Work Hours: Full-time (40 hours/week) with a required 5-hour overlap with PST (Pacific Standard Time)
• Engagement Length: 3 months
• Notice Period: Maximum 2 weeks
• Benefits: No medical/paid leave (contractor status)

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a cutting-edge AI-powered organization shaping the future of cybersecurity.
• Work on high-impact projects with a team of experts across multiple domains.
• Enjoy a flexible, remote-friendly work environment that fosters learning and innovation.

If you are passionate about C++ and Cybersecurity and want to work in an AI-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you! Originally posted on Himalayas