Embedded Systems Security Engineer I

Red Cat Holdings; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Cat Holdings is seeking a Systems Security Engineer I to support secure embedded Linux platforms, networking, and communications for autonomous maritime systems. You will collaborate with hardware, software, and electrical teams to design and validate secure architectures throughout development lifecycles.

The role focuses on securing Linux-based embedded systems, network infrastructure, remote access solutions, and cryptographic protections while aligning with industry standards and

Qualifications

• BS in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent experience (3-5 years).
• Internship, laboratory, technical project, or professional experience involving Linux systems, networking, embedded systems, or cybersecurity.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles including authentication, encryption, least privilege, defense-in-depth, and secure system design.
• Familiarity with Linux operating systems and command-line environments.
• Understanding of TCP/IP networking fundamentals including switching, routing, subnets, and VLANs.
• Familiarity with SSH, VPNs, firewalls, certificates, and secure remote access technologies.
• Experience using basic network troubleshooting and diagnostic tools.
• Comfortable working in laboratory and field environments.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop cybersecurity documentation, security procedures, risk assessments, and system configuration records.
• Secure embedded Linux systems, network infrastructure, and communication equipment used on autonomous vehicle platforms.
• Assist with implementing cybersecurity controls including authentication, access control, encryption, logging, and secure remote access.
• Configure and maintain firewalls, VPNs, user permissions, SSH, certificates, and other security technologies.
• Support secure network architectures including segmentation, VLANs, and defense-in-depth principles.
• Assist with deployment and maintenance of endpoint protection, audit logging, and system monitoring capabilities.
• Participate in laboratory testing, cybersecurity validation, and operational field demonstrations.

Skills

Linux

Networking

Cybersecurity

TCP/IP

SSH

VPNs

Firewalls

Security documentation

Laboratory testing

Teamwork

Education

BS in Cybersecurity/CE/CS/EE/IT

Tools

Linux OS

Firewall management

VPNs

SSH

PKI

Job description

Red Cat Holdings is seeking a Systems Security Engineer I to support secure embedded Linux platforms, networking, and communications for autonomous maritime systems. You will collaborate with hardware, software, and electrical teams to design and validate secure architectures throughout development lifecycles.

The role focuses on securing Linux-based embedded systems, network infrastructure, remote access solutions, and cryptographic protections while aligning with industry standards and