Senior FIPS 140 Security Engineer- REMOTE

Lensa; Montgomery (AL); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in cybersecurity solutions is seeking a Senior FIPS 140 Security Engineer. This remote role focuses on enhancing secure communications for military applications, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health coverage and 401(k). Ideal candidates will have a strong background in cryptography and programming.

Benefits

Performance-based career development

Flexible working hours

Industry conferences and seminars

Work-life balance prioritization

Learning from industry experts

Strong team environment

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of relevant experience required.
• CVP Certified Tester preferred.
• Additional certifications like CCNA, JNCIA valued.

Responsibilities

• Support national defense through innovative cybersecurity solutions.
• Work on secure communications for military applications.
• Apply security standards to products.

Skills

Knowledge of FIPS 140 requirements

Understanding of cryptographic algorithms

Programming in C, C++, Python, or Java

Ability to interpret security standards

Experience with testing environments

Strong problem-solving skills

Education

BS degree

Tools

VHDL

Verilog

OpenSSL/OpenPGP

Linux

Job description

Senior FIPS 140 Security Engineer - REMOTE

Apply now to join a leading organization supporting national defense through innovative cybersecurity solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work remotely or in Columbia, MD, in a growing IT security field focused on secure communications for military applications.

Benefits include:

• Performance-based career development with clear roles and qualifications
• Flexible working hours
• Industry conferences and seminars
• Work-life balance prioritization
• Learning from industry experts
• Strong team environment

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of FIPS 140 requirements
• Understanding of cryptographic algorithms, PKI, and security protocols (SSH, IPsec, TLS)
• Experience in programming languages such as C, C++, Python, or Java
• Ability to interpret security standards and apply them to products
• Experience with testing environments and technical reporting
• CVP Certified Tester and strong problem-solving skills

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with VHDL, Verilog, debugging tools, entropy analysis, OpenSSL/OpenPGP, and security assessments
• Knowledge of network setup, Active Directory, Linux, and certificate protocols
• Additional certifications like CCNA, JNCIA, or related security certifications

Education & Experience: BS degree with 4-8 years of relevant experience.

Position Details:

• Salary Range: $68.95 - $73.95/hr

Benefits include health coverage, 401(k), paid time off, and more. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. and ABBTECH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.