CareerPlan

Principal Embedded Security Engineer

Los Angeles, CAFull-time$180k–$260k2026-06-08 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid · United StatesUnited States citizens only

Core

Develop security features, encryption, and networking functions for MANET radios and advanced research projects in defense and public safety communications.

Role type

Principal Embedded Security Engineer

Builds

MANET radios (StreamCaster family) and advanced communications systems for defense, law enforcement, and public safety

Domain

Defense, Public Safety, Embedded Systems, Cryptography

Required skills

C/C++, Cryptographic algorithms (AES, TLS, IPsec, MACsec), Linux OS, IP networking (L2/L3), FIPS 140-3 compliance, CSfC certification

Preferred skills

UI/API security design, Socket programming, Python scripting, NSA High Assurance experience

Technologies

C, C++, Linux, AES, TLS, SSL, IPsec, MACsec, VPN, DMVPN, HMAC, DSA

Responsibilities

Analyze security regulatory requirements (NIST, NIAP, NSA), drive FIPS 140-3 and CSfC certification, implement and test security protocols, work with external cybersecurity evaluation teams

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with strategic oversight