Distinguished Cyber Software Engineer (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Distinguished Cyber Software Engineer (Cybersecurity): Evaluating hardware and software systems for vulnerabilities and developing custom exploits with an accent on offensive security techniques and defensive evasion. Focus on driving complex, multidisciplinary technical solutions and shaping strategic requirements for high-stakes national defense and research programs.

Location: Must be based in Cambridge, MA

Salary: $100,000–$275,000

Company

hirify.global is an independent, nonprofit research and development company tackling critical national challenges in defense, space, and biomedical engineering.

What you will do

• Assess hardware and software systems to identify security vulnerabilities using custom tooling.
• Develop tailored software applications that meet rigorous security and behavioral requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-domain professionals and red team members to execute complex security operations.
• Create innovative tools and systems to exploit and alter system behavior.
• Drive solutions to complex, multidisciplinary problems while aligning with customer strategic priorities.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert to help shape program requirements and advance state-of-the-art security techniques.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in Cybersecurity or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance (Secret preferred).
• Deep understanding of hardware, firmware, and software exploitation techniques.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to work-life balance with workplace flexibility.
• Access to employee clubs, health and finance workshops, and off-site social events.
• Discounts to local museums and cultural activities.
• Inclusive work environment focused on high-performance and innovation.