Anduril Industries · 10 hours ago
Senior Systems Security Engineer
Fort Collins, Colorado, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$144K/yr - $191K/yr
8+ years expAnduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. They are seeking a Systems Security Engineer to secure next-generation radar systems by implementing security architectures, conducting vulnerability assessments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate security throughout the product lifecycle.
National DefenseArtificial Intelligence (AI)AerospaceGovernmentMilitaryNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Own security end-to-end for assigned radar products—derive and decompose security requirements from customer needs and threat intelligence, design security architectures, and manage security through the full product lifecycle
Architect and implement security features for embedded radar systems operating on heterogeneous computing environments, including Nvidia Jetson SoCs (e.g., Orin AGX), and ARM CPU architectures
Design and implement security-focused software frameworks ensuring high standards for maintainability, testability, reliability, and security across CPUs, GPUs, and FPGAs
Develop and execute comprehensive security test strategies at multiple integration levels, including component-level and system-level assessments
Define and secure internal and external APIs for component-to-component communication and third-party integration, ensuring robust authentication, authorization, and data protection
Conduct system-level security architecture assessments and vulnerability analysis, focusing on embedded systems, secure boot, key management, firmware security, and real-time operating systems (RTOS)
Support major milestone deliveries (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, PRR) with security assessments, documentation, and risk mitigation strategies
Brief security architectures and approaches to government customers and program leadership, translating complex security concepts for diverse technical and non-technical audiences
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, software developers, algorithm specialists, and product managers, to integrate security requirements into overall system architecture
Work with security assessment teams to assess Anduril's radar products and integrated components to uncover potential weaknesses and coordinate remediation efforts
Advise on secure software development best practices, including secure coding standards, threat modeling, version control, and CI/CD security integration
Research and evaluate emerging security technologies and industry trends in edge computing, embedded systems security, and radar signal processing
Qualification
Required
8+ years of experience in Systems Security Engineering, Cybersecurity, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science, with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field
Previous work on security engineering and architecture for defense/national security systems and/or complex embedded commercial systems
Deep expertise in embedded systems security, including familiarity with security-relevant features on embedded hardware/FPGAs (e.g., secure boot, trusted execution environments, key management, hardware security modules)
Architectural security expertise with proven experience securing complex software systems for embedded or real-time applications
Experience with heterogeneous computing security: Hands-on experience securing systems combining CPUs, GPUs (specifically Nvidia Jetson), and FPGAs
Strong understanding of secure API design and implementation for both internal and external consumers
Proficiency in secure coding practices and vulnerability mitigation for embedded software, including board support packages (BSP), real-time operating systems (RTOS), and device drivers
Ability to effectively brief and interact regularly with highly technical government customers
Strong understanding of the 'why' behind product, system, and security design decisions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to convey security architectural decisions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
Up to 15% travel
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 programming and security analysis skills in C++, Python, Rust, and/or Go
Experience securing heterogeneous programming environments, including oneAPI, SYCL, and CUDA for GPUs and FPGAs
FPGA security experience: Familiarity with securing FPGA implementations, including Hardware Description Languages (HDL) like Verilog, high-level synthesis tools, and soft processors
Experience assessing security of firmware, applications, network, IoT, or embedded systems through penetration testing, red teaming, or vulnerability assessments
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, STIGs, etc.)
Experience developing cyber documentation for USG customers
Proven track record excelling across the broader Systems Security Engineering domain, encompassing embedded Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, Cyber Resiliency, and 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 processes
Experience executing the Anti-Tamper process and authoring associated documentation
Domain knowledge in radar systems, signal processing security, or RF systems
Experience with security testing on DoD radar or sensor systems
Experience working with unmanned systems or long-range sensor platforms
Benefits
Healthcare Benefits
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.
Retirement Savings Plan
Company
Anduril Industries
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that specializes in developing advanced autonomous systems to enhance national security.
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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