Senior FIPS 140 Security Engineer- REMOTE

Lensa; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior FIPS 140 Security Engineer to join their dynamic team. This pivotal role involves supporting National defense through the development of secure communication systems, essential for modern cyber warfare. You will collaborate with industry experts, enhancing your skills while working with various technologies in a hands-on lab environment. The company offers a supportive atmosphere that prioritizes work-life balance and career development, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals eager to make a significant impact in the IT security field.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Weekly Direct Deposit

Paid Holidays and Personal Time Off

401(k) with match

Voluntary Life, AD&D, Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Northwest Federal Credit Union Membership

Flexible hours

Opportunities to attend industry conferences

Great team camaraderie

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of relevant experience in IT Security.
• Ability to interpret security standards and apply them to products.

Responsibilities

• Support National defense by working on secure communication products.
• Conduct tests and report results in a hands-on lab environment.

Skills

FIPS 140 requirements knowledge

Cryptographic algorithms

C programming

C++ programming

Python programming

Java programming

Security protocols (SSH, IPsec, TLS)

Problem-solving skills

Time management skills

Education

BS degree in relevant field

Tools

GDB

WinDBG

Visual Studio

Electronic testing tools

Job description

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Position: Senior FIPS 140 Security Engineer
Location: Columbia, MD or 100% Remote

You will have an exciting opportunity to work in the growing IT Security field supporting National defense. The products you will work on will be deployed into larger systems or used in deployments to facilitate secure communications for our military in the modern cyber warfare environment. Join an expanding industry that is vital for National Security. You’ll learn from industry experts, work with various Commercial off-the-Shelf products across many technologies, and apply your skills in a hands-on lab environment.

Benefits of working with us:

• Performance-based career development with well-defined roles and qualifications, enabling promotions based on skills rather than tenure.
• Flexible hours within the workday.
• Opportunities to attend industry conferences and seminars.
• Maintain work-life balance in a supportive environment.
• Learn from and collaborate with experts in the discipline.
• Great team camaraderie.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of FIPS 140 requirements.
• Understanding of cryptographic algorithms, key exchange, hashing, PKI, and random number generators.
• Experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Python, or Java, and related development environments.
• Ability to interpret security standards and apply them to products.
• Familiarity with security protocols like SSH, IPsec, TLS, etc.
• Experience in building testing environments, conducting tests, and reporting results (including technical writing).
• CVP Certified Tester.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent multitasking and time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with VHDL and Verilog.
• Debugging skills using GDB, WinDBG, Visual Studio, etc.
• Statistical analysis of entropy sources.
• Knowledge of OpenSSL and OpenPGP.
• Experience with vulnerability analysis and penetration testing.
• Strong knowledge of computer security principles.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, JNCIA, JNCIS, JNCIP, JNCIE).
• Knowledge of Active Directory and Linux.
• Experience with electronic testing tools (oscilloscope, function generator, etc.).
• Understanding of X.509 certificates, protocols like CDP and OCSP.
• Experience setting up networks, subnets, and routing.

Education & Experience:

BS degree and 4–8 years of relevant experience required.

Position Details:

• Pay Range: $68.95 - $73.95 per hour

The salary range is indicative; final offers depend on responsibilities, experience, education, skills, location, travel, and market conditions.

Benefits (Full-Time Employees):

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Weekly Direct Deposit
• Paid Holidays and Personal Time Off
• 401(k) with match
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, Disability insurance
• Pre-Paid Legal, Employee Assistance Programs
• Northwest Federal Credit Union Membership
• BB&T @ Work Program

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

ABBTECH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Details:

• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Information Technology
• Industries: IT Services and Consulting