Cybersecurity Engineer (Embedded Systems)
Job Description
Arete Technologies is seeking a Software Cybersecurity Engineer to strengthen security for Trip Optimizer® and LOCOTROL throughout the product development lifecycle. This is an onsite role in W Melbourne, FL, supporting SSDLC security work across documentation, vulnerability management, threat modeling, compliance readiness, and secure C++ guidance.
Compensation is $63.00 to $70.00 per hour. Benefits include dental, health, and vision insurance.
What You’ll Do
- Support cybersecurity activities across the software development lifecycle (SSDLC).
- Maintain cybersecurity documentation, including CATO evidence packages.
- Perform and track vulnerability assessments, security scans, and remediation activities.
- Review software architectures, designs, and requirements for security risks.
- Support threat modeling, risk assessments, and security impact analysis.
- Track security findings and collaborate with engineering teams through resolution.
- Support cybersecurity compliance, audits, and readiness assessments.
- Develop cybersecurity metrics, dashboards, and status reporting.
- Provide guidance on secure C++ coding and vulnerability remediation.
- Integrate cybersecurity requirements into product development processes.
What You’ll Need
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Experience supporting cybersecurity in software, embedded systems, or industrial environments.
- Experience with security scanning and analysis tools.
- Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and standards.
- Strong skills in technical documentation and communication.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
- Knowledge of vulnerability management, threat modeling, risk assessment, SSDLC, and security compliance or governance.
Technologies You May Work With
Work may involve Trip Optimizer®, LOCOTROL, CATO evidence packages, secure C++, and tools such as Polaris, Black Duck, and Coverity. Common security testing categories include SAST, DAST, and SCA, along with embedded and platform exposure including RTOS and QNX Neutrino. The role also aligns with DevSecOps, CI/CD, GitLab, Jenkins, and IBM ELM Tool Suite, plus safety and governance standards such as IEC 62443, NIST CSF, and NIST 800-53.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with Polaris, Black Duck, Coverity, and/or SAST, DAST, or SCA tools.
- Embedded C++, RTOS, and QNX Neutrino experience.
- DevSecOps and CI/CD experience, including security integration with GitLab and/or Jenkins.
- IBM ELM Tool Suite experience.
- Security certifications such as Security+, CISSP, GSEC, or SSCP.
- Experience in rail, transportation, industrial automation, or other safety-critical environments.
- Knowledge of IEC 62443, NIST CSF, and NIST 800-53.