Embedded Cybersecurity Software Engineer (TS/SCI)

CACI International Inc; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 94,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to design real-time embedded and application-level software for networked systems and cyber capabilities. You will collaborate with engineers, analysts, and customers to deliver secure, high-assurance software across Windows, Linux, and embedded platforms.

The role requires strong C/C++ and Python skills, Linux experience, and a move toward advanced network technologies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience using C, C++, Python, or similar languages.
• Hands-on Linux experience (boot, kernel, and user-space layers).
• Solid understanding of IP networking concepts and telecommunications systems.
• Demonstrated competency with at least one assembly language: MIPS, x86, PowerPC, or ARM.
• Must be a US Citizen and the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, development, and testing of real-time embedded and application-level software for networked systems.
• Develop advanced security analysis tools, vulnerability research workflows, and software-hardening techniques.
• Conduct reverse engineering across Windows, Linux, mobile, and embedded platforms.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in key network technologies (IP/MPLS, 4G/5G, optical transport, and related areas).
• Analyze and evaluate security strengths and weaknesses across diverse systems and technologies.
• Shape system requirements and technical direction through direct collaboration with customers.
• Contribute to team technical leadership.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Linux

Assembly languages

IP networking

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE

Job description

CACI International Inc is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to design real-time embedded and application-level software for networked systems and cyber capabilities. You will collaborate with engineers, analysts, and customers to deliver secure, high-assurance software across Windows, Linux, and embedded platforms.

The role requires strong C/C++ and Python skills, Linux experience, and a move toward advanced network technologies.