Software Security Engineer

Mbda Systems; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 62,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation in Bristol is seeking a Software Security Engineer to guide security aspects of product development. The role involves providing technical expertise, conducting security assessments, and driving improvements in software development methodologies. Candidates should have experience in relevant sectors and a degree in STEM. This position offers hybrid working and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Bonus of up to 21% of base salary

Pension contribution up to 14%

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave

Subsidised meals

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Experience developing software products in Defence, Automotive, Aerospace or Telecom sectors.
• Collaborative approach and strong influencing skills required.
• Knowledge of industry security standards and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Guide security aspects of product development across the product lifecycle.
• Provide technical expertise to software development and project teams.
• Conduct security assessments and develop mitigation strategies.

Skills

Software security techniques

Technical leadership

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving

Interest in emerging technologies

Education

Degree in a STEM subject or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Software Security Engineer role at MBDA. We are currently recruiting for a software security expert to work across a range of our products and be part of a group of specialist engineers delivering sophisticated defence systems.

Location: Bristol

Salary and Working Pattern

Salary: Circa £74,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 to 5 days per week on-site, due to workload classification

Security Clearance

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. This role is an SC security clearance role and the successful candidate must also be willing to go through the DV clearance process. After offer stage, candidates will need to undergo BPSS checks, managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you

• Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave; enhancements available for paternity, neonatal leave and fertility treatments
• Facilities: Subsidised meals, free car parking and more

The opportunity

It's a great place to learn about the company's entire product range within a team embracing innovative technologies.

Key responsibilities

• The primary focus of this role is to guide the security aspects of product development across the whole product lifecycle, from concept through to in-service support
• Provide technical expertise to software development and wider project teams, offering guidance on security requirements, security techniques, software architecture, design patterns, coding standards, trade-offs and best practices
• Participate in evaluation and selection of appropriate technologies and frameworks for software projects
• Conduct security assessments and risk analyses of technologies and software systems; identify vulnerabilities and threats and develop mitigation strategies
• Support continuous improvement by identifying areas for process improvement and contributing to the development and implementation of software development methodologies, tools and frameworks
• Maintain accurate documentation of security processes, procedures and guidelines; generate security reports and metrics to track activities, vulnerabilities and remediation

What we’re looking for

• Experience developing complex software products in Defence, Automotive, Aerospace or Telecoms sectors (or similar)
• Experience of software security with knowledge of industry security standards and best practices
• Collaborative technical leader with strong communication and influencing skills, comfortable with problem solving
• Interest in novel and emerging technologies and challenges in the Security community
• Experience developing embedded software and/or firmware is beneficial but not essential
• Degree or equivalent experience in a STEM subject; comfortable working with engineers from other disciplines

Our company

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to defend freedom. We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.