Centil ยท 4 days ago
Cybersecurity Engineer - Software Assurance Implementation
Lafayette, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$110K/yr - $150K/yr
3+ years expCentil is a company focused on innovation and expertise in the Aerospace, Defense, and Government sectors. They are seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to support their Missile Track Custody program, focusing on software assurance activities, secure development practices, and vulnerability management.
AerospaceConsultingSoftwareSoftware Engineering
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop the Software Assurance Plan as part of the Program Protection Implementation Plan (PPIP), detailing secure coding, vulnerability assessment, and remediation strategies
Conduct immediate Static Code Analysis and Vulnerability Scanning on mission-unique software, identifying and tracking vulnerabilities
Collaborate with the MSOC Software team to implement secure software development practices and ensure vulnerabilities are remediated according to the Software Assurance Plan
Provide ongoing vulnerability assessments, periodic code reviews, and Software Assurance metrics to track progress and compliance
Qualification
Required
Current Secret security clearance or higher
3-5 years of professional experience in software assurance, cybersecurity or a related field
Proficiency with Static Code Analysis Tools: Hands-on experience with tools such as Coverity, CodeSonar, Parasoft C/C++test, Fortify Static Code Analyzer, LDRA Tool Suite, or equivalent. Ability to configure, run, and interpret analysis results
Secure Software Development Expertise: Strong understanding of secure coding principles and the ability to embed security into all phases of the SDLC
Threat Identification and Mitigation: Experience identifying software vulnerabilities and proposing actionable mitigation strategies based on analysis results
Proficient in applying Risk Management Framework (RMF) principles to assess, mitigate, and monitor security risks across systems and processes
Collaboration Skills: Demonstrated ability to work closely with development teams, testers, and stakeholders to integrate security practices seamlessly into workflows
Documentation and Reporting: Ability to document findings, prepare reports for stakeholders, and guide remediation efforts
CompTIA Security+ certification (or willingness/ability to obtain within 6 months of start date)
Preferred
Knowledge of Program Protection Implementation Plan (PPIP)
Knowledge of relevant regulatory compliance standards and regulations (e.g., NIST SP 800-53, DoD policies, ISO 27001)
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)
GIAC Secure Software Programmer (GSSP)
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
Benefits
Generous PTO for vacation, personal, or sick days
Ten (10) paid holidays per year: 8 fixed holidays, plus 2 additional Floating Holidays per year (taken at Employee's discretion)
Flex time and the ability to create your own schedule
Discretionary bi-annual bonus plan, based on individual and company performance
401K retirement plan with immediately vested company contributions, no matching required
Healthcare coverage plan through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA)
Employer-paid Life, Long-Term Disability, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurances
Access to optional, employee-paid Life, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity insurances
Access to a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Paid training and conference attendance
Additional benefits, as needed, for significant life events: parental leave, bereavement leave, jury duty pay, military leave pay
One-time home office reimbursement
Phone plan reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services, supporting emotional health and well-being of employees and their families
Company
Centil
Centil is a defense consulting firm, specializing in system engineering and software development.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2026-01-06Acquired
Leadership Team
Travis Hohn
Principal
Recent News
Washington Technology
2026-01-08
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