Senior FIPS 140 Security Engineer- REMOTE

Lensa; Trenton (NJ); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior FIPS 140 Security Engineer to support National defense in the IT Security field. This role involves working with secure communications systems and requires a strong understanding of cryptographic algorithms and security protocols. Ideal candidates will have a BS degree and relevant experience, with opportunities for career development and work-life balance.

Benefits

Performance-based career development

Flexible hours

Opportunities to attend industry conferences

Work-life balance

Learning from experts

Great team camaraderie

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of relevant experience required.
• CVP Certified Tester preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support National defense with secure communications.
• Work with various commercial off-the-shelf products in IT Security.

Skills

Knowledge of FIPS 140 requirements

Understanding of cryptographic algorithms

Experience with programming languages (C, C++, Python, Java)

Ability to interpret security standards

Knowledge of security protocols (SSH, IPsec, TLS)

Experience in building testing environments

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent multitasking and time management skills

Education

BS degree

Job description

Senior FIPS 140 Security Engineer - REMOTE

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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 are deployed into larger systems to facilitate secure communications for our military in the cyber warfare environment. Join an expanding industry vital to 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, promoting based on skills.
• Flexible hours within the workday.
• Opportunities to attend industry conferences and seminars.
• Maintain work-life balance in an environment that values your health and time.
• Learn from experts in an open environment.
• Great team camaraderie.

Qualifications You Will Bring:

• Knowledge of FIPS 140 requirements.
• Understanding of cryptographic algorithms, key exchange, hashing, PKI, random number generators, etc.
• Experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Python, or Java.
• Ability to interpret security standards and apply them to products.
• Knowledge of security protocols like SSH, IPsec, TLS.
• Experience in building testing environments, performing 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.
• Knowledge of entropy sources and statistical analysis.
• Experience with OpenSSL and OpenPGP.
• Vulnerability analysis and penetration testing experience.
• Strong understanding of computer security principles.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Related certifications (e.g., CCNA/CCNP/CCIE, JNCIA/JNCIS/JNCIP/JNCIE).
• Knowledge of Active Directory and Linux.
• Experience with test equipment like oscilloscopes, multimeters, etc.
• Understanding of X.509 certificates and protocols like CDP and OCSP.
• Networking setup experience, including 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.

Note: Final salary depends 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 and AD&D, Disability coverage
• Legal and 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 and values diversity.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: IT Services and Consulting