Software Security Engineer

MBDA

United Kingdom
Base: circa £74,000; bonus/equity: up to 21% of ba...
Hybrid (3 to 5 days per week on-site)
Software security expertise
Product lifecycle security guidance
Technical guidance for development teams
MBDA is seeking a Software Security Engineer to join their team in the UK, focusing on the security aspects of product development across various defence systems. The ideal candidate will have experience in software security, particularly in the Defence, Automotive, Aerospace, or Telecoms sectors, and a degree in a STEM field. The role offers a competitive salary, bonus potential, and various employee benefits

Job Summary

  • The primary focus of this role is to guide the security aspects of product development across the whole product lifecycle, from concept through to in-service support.
  • Provide technical expertise to software development teams, offering guidance on security requirements, techniques, architecture, design patterns, coding standards, trade-offs, and best practices.
  • You’ll already have experience developing complex software products in the Defence, Automotive, Aerospace or Telecoms sectors (or a similar field).

Matching Summary

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MBDA is seeking a Software Security Engineer to join their team in the UK, focusing on the security aspects of product development across various defence systems. The ideal candidate will have experience in software security, particularly in the Defence, Automotive, Aerospace, or Telecoms sectors, and a degree in a STEM field. The role offers a competitive salary, bonus potential, and various employee benefits.

Salary

Base: Circa £74,000; Bonus/Equity: up to 21% of base salary; Benefits: Company Bonus, Pension, Flexible working, Enhanced parental leave, Site facilities

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Software security expertise
  • Product lifecycle security guidance
  • Technical guidance for development teams
  • Security assessments and risk analysis
  • Experience in Defence or similar sectors

Nice-to-have

  • Interest in novel technologies
  • Collaborative and technical leadership skills
  • Experience developing embedded software/firmware

Key Requirements

  • Experience developing complex software products
  • Knowledge of industry security standards and best practices
  • Degree or equivalent experience in a STEM subject

Work Rights

Must be a British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Willing to undergo SC and DV clearance.

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