Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
At Anduril we are developing cutting-edge artificial intelligence systems, command and control platforms, and autonomous systems across air, land, maritime, and space domains. We are looking for Senior Systems Security Engineers to lead a mission-focused, threat-informed approach to product security for the next generation of Anduril’s Air Defense products. In order to be successful at Anduril, a Senior Systems Security Engineer needs to be fluent in areas of technical leadership, requirements analysis, design rigor, and have a hands-on contributor mindset. developing system-of-systems security architecture for full kill-chain systems designed to counter unmanned airborne threats. You will be instrumental in developing system-of-systems security architecture for full kill-chain systems designed to counter unmanned airborne threats. You'll ensure our integrated defense platforms maintain operational integrity against sophisticated cyber threats while supporting mission-critical objectives.
ABOUT THE JOBWHAT YOU’LL DO- Integrate holistic Systems Security Engineering processes to prevent, mitigate, and recover from cyberattacks that employ advanced adversary Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs)
- Champion system security architecture development and requirements derivation, decomposition, and flow down for Anduril products with varying levels of system design maturity
- Design system of systems and solution features with engineering teams to meet and exceed industry-standard security goals
- Identify and prioritize mission-based cyber risks, translating complex threat landscapes into actionable engineering decisions
- Develop, document, orchestrate, and execute system security tests, demonstrations, evaluations, and assessments (including support for customer-led events)
- Develop, guide, and monitor technical documentation to capture trade studies, system designs, analyses, and results related to a system's security posture
- Support technical work products developed by the larger engineering team and support major milestone deliveries (e.g. SRR, SVR, PDR, CDR, TRR, PRR)
- Experience in one or more of the following fields: Systems Security Engineering, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science
- 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.)
- Direct experience developing cyber documentation (e.g., Cybersecurity Strategy, Cyber Survivability Endorsement artifacts, RMF assessment and authorization artifacts, etc.)
- Previous work on security engineering and architecture for defense / national security systems and/or complex embedded commercial systems
- Strong understanding of the “why” behind the product, systems, and security design
- Ability to effectively brief and interact regularly with a technically oriented government customer
- A sincere commitment to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills
- Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance
- Excels at the above listed Requirements
- Experience with system-of-systems security engineering for defense applications
- Experience working with counter unmanned aircraft systems (CUAS)
- Proven track record of excelling across the broader Systems Security Engineering domain, encompassing embedded Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, Cyber Resiliency, Software Security, and Anti-Tamper Engineering
- Experience creating and integrating with system design documentation in No Magic CAMEO
- 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 various operating systems and communication protocols
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:
Healthcare Benefits
- US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
- UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
- IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional 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
- US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
- UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
- AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.
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