Cyber security engineer Jobs in Port St Lucie, FL

Job Description

What We're Doing

At Lockheed Martin, we're advancing the future of aerospace and defense technology through the F-35 program. As part of our team, you will help develop and test cutting-edge software for the world’s most advanced fighter jet. This role will focus on system testing, security analysis, and compliance efforts to ensure mission-critical software is both secure and effective. Together, we’re ensuring the continued success and superiority of the F-35 and enabling our customers to maintain a strategic advantage.

The Work

In this role, you will perform the following :

System Testing : Collaborate with systems and software engineers to assist in the coordination, preparation, witnessing, and post-testing of results. Conduct static code analysis of security testing results and assist with peer reviews to enhance system security and software quality.

Requirements Analysis : Support working sessions for the inspection of source code by external customers, focusing on software assurance analysis of mission-critical functions, including Critical Program Information (CPI) and Anti-Tamper (AT) to be implemented in training systems devices.

Documentation : Develop Security Assessment Evaluation Reports (SAERs) and review Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) to document vulnerabilities, risks, and threats identified during security testing and evaluation. Apply grading scales to categorize software flaws and assess their impact on software assurance.

Team Collaboration : Work closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, systems architects, and project managers to achieve project milestones and deliverables. Provide support for penetration testing teams through monitoring and escorting.

Risk Management : Facilitate working sessions and help respond to Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) items for Application Secure Development (ASD) in order to mitigate risks and ensure compliance.

Continuous Improvement : Stay informed about emerging technologies, software development practices, and industry best practices. Apply this knowledge to enhance the capabilities and effectiveness of F-35 software systems.

Compliance : Adhere to company policies, procedures, cybersecurity protocols, and regulatory requirements to ensure the integrity and security of all systems.

Who We Are

Our F-35 T&L Program team is composed of some of the brightest minds in the aerospace and defense industries. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and delivering cutting-edge capabilities to our customers. We are passionate about our mission, committed to quality and excellence, and driven by a shared vision of shaping the future of air superiority. By joining our team, you'll be part of a legacy that has made a significant impact on global defense.

Please note :

This position requires a DoD security clearance.

Who You Are

As a Software Engineer Staff on the F-35 Program team, you are a highly skilled and motivated professional with a passion for aerospace and defense technology. You bring a proven track record of success in software development, with expertise in languages like C# / C++, Python, or PowerShell. You have a solid understanding of aerospace and defense industry standards, and you possess excellent communication skills, enabling you to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate complex technical concepts to a wide range of audiences.

Why Join Us

Joining Lockheed Martin’s F-35 T&L Program team means becoming part of an organization with a long history of aerospace innovation and excellence. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and unparalleled opportunities for professional growth. Whether you’re looking to build on your existing expertise or push the envelope with new challenges, Lockheed Martin offers a dynamic environment that will help you achieve your career goals while contributing to critical defense technologies.

Desired skills

• Knowledge in fault tolerance software and RMF compliance with Fortify
• Experience in automating secure systems to support cyber offensive, defense and full spectrum cyber operations
• Knowledge of software architectures & processing approaches
• Experience with SBOM creation and validation
• Experience with Security Assessment Evaluation Reports (SAERs)
• Experience with virtualized environments and containers
• Hardware / Software Integration
• Demonstrate verbal & written communication skills
• Experience working in an AGILE environment
• Experience using JIRA / Confluence Atlassian web-based tools
• Gitlab / Github Continuous Integration & Continuous Development
• CI / CD Implementation & Application
• Familiarity with software development tools and methodologies, including version control systems (e.g., Agile / Scrum, and DevSecOps practices)