Senior Software Engineer - Cybersecurity

Dawar Consulting; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Sick leave

401K

Job summary

Dawar Consulting is assisting a leading diagnostics and life sciences client in Tucson, AZ to hire a Senior Software Engineer focused on Cybersecurity. Hybrid work setup includes on-site Tuesdays to Thursdays and remote Mondays and Fridays.

The role emphasizes secure software development, vulnerability management, and regulatory awareness in the medical device space. Long-term contract with potential conversion exists.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher with relevant experience in software security and product cybersecurity.
• Experience in secure software development and risk analysis.
• Understanding of medical device cybersecurity regulations is a plus.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead cybersecurity risk assessments across the product portfolio.
• Advise development teams on vulnerability impacts and remediation strategies.
• Provide guidance on secure design patterns and security technologies.
• Develop and review security concepts and lifecycle security plans.
• Coordinate penetration testing with internal and external teams.
• Track security findings and remediation activities.
• Collaborate with Product Security & Privacy teams to align processes.
• Lead cybersecurity improvement initiatives within the department.
• Present product security posture updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Secure SDLC

Cybersecurity knowledge

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree with 8+ years

Master's degree with 4+ years

PhD with 2+ years

Tools

Windows

NET

Java

Linux

Job description

Senior Software Engineer - Cybersecurity

Tucson, United States | Posted on 11/10/2026

Our client, a world leader in diagnostics and life sciences, is looking for a Senior Software Engineer - Cybersecurity based out of Tucson, AZ.

Job Duration:Long Term Contract(Possibility Of Conversion & Extension)

Pay Rate : $80 - 86/hr on W2

Company Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Sick leave, 401K

Job Type: Long-Term Contract

Job Description

Work Arrangement: Hybrid - Tuesday through Thursday onsite; Monday and Friday remote

This role will provide cybersecurity guidance and oversight to software product development teams, focusing on secure design, risk assessments, vulnerability analysis, and product security throughout the product lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will have secure software development experience, knowledge of medical device cybersecurity regulations, and the ability to lead cybersecurity initiatives across cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to cybersecurity risk assessments across the product portfolio, including risk identification, analysis, and verification of mitigation measures.
• Advise software development teams on vulnerability impacts, exposure, and remediation strategies.
• Provide technical guidance on secure design patterns and appropriate security technologies.
• Develop and review security concepts, secure design documentation, and lifecycle security plans.
• Coordinate and oversee penetration testing with internal teams and external service providers.
• Track security findings, mitigation plans, and remediation activities.
• Collaborate with client's Product Security & Privacy Organization to communicate security processes and best practices.
• Lead department-level cybersecurity improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and present product security posture updates to diverse internal stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least 8 years of related experience; OR Master's degree with at least 4 years of related experience; OR PhD with at least 2 years of related experience.
• Experience in secure software development and product cybersecurity.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity risk assessments, vulnerability analysis, and security mitigation.
• Understanding of cybersecurity regulations, laws, and standards for the medical device industry.
• Knowledge of Windows and .NET technologies.
• Strong communication, planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with medical devices, particularly In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) systems.
• Knowledge of cloud security concepts.
• Experience with Java and Linux technologies.Cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA.
• Experience coordinating penetration testing and leading cybersecurity improvement programs.