Anduril Industries · 1 week ago
Systems Security Engineer, Programs
Costa Mesa, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$156K/yr - $253K/yrAnduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The Systems Security Engineer will drive security engineering principles into design and integration, ensuring the security of advanced technologies including AI systems and aerospace vehicles.
AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Own security end-to-end for assigned products—derive and decompose security requirements from customer needs and threat intelligence, design security architectures, and manage security through the full product lifecycle
Implement security features and capabilities, develop and execute comprehensive security test strategies at multiple integration levels, and support major milestone deliveries (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, PRR)
Brief security architectures and approaches to government customers and program leadership, translating complex security concepts for diverse audiences
Collaborates and builds solutions with engineering teams to meet and exceed industry-standard security goals
Collaborate with security assessment teams to assess Anduril’s products and integrated components to uncover potential weaknesses
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering teams to translate architectural requirements into implementations, and coordinate with security teams on threat modeling, validation, and testing
Qualification
Required
Experience in one or more of the following fields: Systems Security Engineering, Cybersecurity, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science
Familiarity with security-relevant features on embedded hardware / FPGAs (e.g., secure boot, key management, etc.)
Previous work on security engineering and architecture for defense / national security systems and/or complex embedded commercial systems
Ability to effectively brief and interact regularly with highly technical government customers
Strong understanding of the 'why' behind the product, systems, and security design
A sincere commitment to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture
Excellent verbal & written communication skills
Currently possesses and is able to maintain at least a final active US Secret security clearance with SAP eligibility
Must be able to obtain a Top Secret security clearance
Preferred
Excels at the above listed Requirements
Possesses and able to maintain a U.S. TS Security clearance with SCI and/or SAP eligibility
Strong skills in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, Rust, Go, C/C++)
Experience assessing security of firmware, applications, network, IoT, or embedded systems
Fluency in modern USG cyber methodologies, including Cyber Survivability guidance and related policy (JSIG, ICD 503, CSEIG, SSECG, NIST SP 800-160, Cyber T&E Guidebook, CMMC, etc.)
Experience developing cyber documentation for USG customers
Proven track record of excelling across the broader Systems Security Engineering domain, encompassing embedded Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, Cyber Resiliency, Software Security
Experience creating and integrating with system design documentation in MBSE tools
Experience integrating with Software Assurance, Supply Chain Risk Management, Configuration Management, and System Test
Experience executing the Anti-Tamper process and authoring associated documentation
Experience with security testing on DoD systems (e.g. penetration testing, red teaming, vulnerability assessments)
Experience working with unmanned aircraft Group 3 class and above
Experience working with government or national security space systems
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development
Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
Pension plan with employer match.
Superannuation plan.
Company
Anduril Industries
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that specializes in developing advanced autonomous systems to enhance national security.
Founded in 2017
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.25BKey Investors
XPRIZEAlphaTON Capital Corp.Founders Fund
2026-01-29Grant· $0.15M
2025-12-16Corporate Round· $30M
2025-06-05Series G· $2.5B
Leadership Team
Brian Schimpf
Co-Founder and CEO
Joseph Chen
Co-founder
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