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Fuse Integration

Cyber Engineer (Mid-level)

San Diego, CA · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Work as a team throughout the design process, supporting sprint planning sessions, code reviews ... Cyber or IT role * Experience with virtualized systems and administration (VMWare, KVM, Hyper-V)

Fuse Integration

Cyber Engineer (Mid-level)

San Diego, CA · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Work as a team throughout the design process, supporting sprint planning sessions, code reviews ... Cyber or IT role * Experience with virtualized systems and administration (VMWare, KVM, Hyper-V)

Fuse Integration

Cyber Engineer (Mid-level)

San Diego, CA · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Work as a team throughout the design process, supporting sprint planning sessions, code reviews ... Cyber or IT role * Experience with virtualized systems and administration (VMWare, KVM, Hyper-V)

OpenAI

AI Deployment Engineer, Cyber

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

Security teams are under pressure to reason across code, logs, infrastructure, tickets, alerts, and ... About the role We are looking for a Cyber AI Deployment Engineer to partner with customers and help ...

Neura Market

AI Deployment Engineer, Cyber

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$150 - $230/hr

Security teams are under pressure to reason across code, logs, infrastructure, tickets, alerts, and ... About the role We are looking for a Cyber AI Deployment Engineer to partner with customers and help ...

OpenAI

Red Team Specialist - Cyber

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$190 - $230/hr

What cyber capabilities can our models provide to real-world attackers, and do our safeguards ... The ability to write code and build practical testing tools, particularly for automating ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for cyber coder in California is $22.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $23.70 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cyber coder?

A Cyber Coder is a professional who specializes in developing, analyzing, and maintaining secure software systems to protect digital information from cyber threats. They write code with a primary focus on security, ensuring applications and data are safeguarded against hacking, malware, and other vulnerabilities. Cyber Coders often work closely with cybersecurity teams to identify weaknesses, implement encryption, and adhere to best security practices. Their work is critical in industries like finance, healthcare, and technology where data protection is paramount.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cyber coder?

To excel as a Cyber Coder, you need a solid background in computer science, cybersecurity principles, and proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++. Familiarity with penetration testing tools, secure coding practices, and certifications like CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) or CISSP are highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and attention to detail help differentiate top performers in this field. These skills and qualifications are essential for identifying vulnerabilities, developing secure systems, and protecting organizations from cyber threats.

How do cyber coders typically collaborate with other cybersecurity and IT professionals on projects?

Cyber Coders often work closely with cybersecurity analysts, network engineers, and IT administrators to design, implement, and test secure code for software systems. Effective communication is essential, as Cyber Coders must translate security requirements into technical solutions and participate in code reviews to identify vulnerabilities. They also contribute to incident response teams by developing tools or scripts to detect and mitigate threats, ensuring the overall security posture of their organization is maintained. Collaboration is typically facilitated through agile team structures, regular meetings, and shared project management platforms.

What is the difference between Cyber Coder vs Cyber Security Analyst?

AspectCyber CoderCyber Security Analyst
Required CredentialsProgramming certifications, coding skillsSecurity certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+)
Work EnvironmentDevelopment labs, coding environmentsSecurity operations centers, monitoring environments
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, cybersecurity firmsFinancial institutions, government agencies
Common Search & ComparisonFocus on coding and software developmentFocus on security measures and threat analysis

While Cyber Coders primarily focus on writing secure code and developing cybersecurity tools, Cyber Security Analysts concentrate on monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security threats. Both roles require technical skills, but their daily tasks and objectives differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Cyber Coder job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,027 per year, or $22.1 per hour.

Cyber Engineer (Mid-level)

Fuse Integration

San Diego, CA • On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Who we are:

Fuse builds innovative communications, networking, and computing solutions that improve the sharing of information, video, text, and voice among operators distributed throughout the airborne, maritime, and ground environments.  We are a Technology firm creating in-house software, network and hardware solutions that support our noble cause of advancing warfighter capabilities with elegant, user-focused communications, networks, and software systems. 

About this role:

Do you thrive in innovative, design-driven environments with a high level of both accountability and trust? Are you passionate about protecting computer and network systems from cyber attacks and vigilant about resolving vulnerabilities? If so – we want to hear from you! Fuse is currently developing, integrating, and testing secure communications networks for U.S. defense agencies that improve the sharing of information among warfighters distributed throughout airborne, maritime, and ground environments. Must have in-depth experience with Linux and virtualized systems.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Support planning, implementation, management, monitoring, and upgrades for security measures that protect Fuse and DoD data, systems, and networks
  • Troubleshoot security and network problems.
  • Respond system and/or network security breaches
  • Ensure that data and infrastructure are protected by enabling the appropriate security controls
  • Participate in the change management process.
  • Test and identification of network and system vulnerabilities
  • Implement IA controls and ensure compliance with DoD RMF
  • Work as a team throughout the design process, supporting sprint planning sessions, code reviews, and scrum

Requirements

We are looking for:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Information System, Engineering, Scientific or related Technical Field from an accredited college or 6 years equivalent experience
  • 6-8 years of hands-on experience in Cyber or IT role
  • Experience with virtualized systems and administration (VMWare, KVM, Hyper-V)
  • Understanding of various wireless client tools to detect and resolve issues
  • Hand’s on experience configuring, testing, and troubleshooting firewalls
  • Experience installing and maintaining network security protocols
  • Experience with configuring and troubleshooting Linux Systems
  • Experience with DoD IA and RMF frameworks
  • DoD 8570 IAT Lvl 2 cert
  • Working knowledge or experience with military networking systems and/or tactical data links
  • Knowledge/experience configuring and troubleshooting communications applications (email, chat, VOIP, etc.)
  • Your own unique talents! If you meet some requirements of this position but not 100% of the qualifications outlined above, tell us why you’d be a great fit for this role based on your specific characteristics that align with our values and goals
  • In-depth experience with Linux and virtualized systems.
  • Knowledge of Navy Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Information Systems (C4IR)
  • U.S. Citizen
  • Active Secret Clearance

Must be a nimble self-starter who is excited about technology and has the ability to think out of the box and suggest powerful new ideas

Nice to have:

  • Understanding of networking fundamentals including VLANs, subnets, protocols, and dynamic routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP)
  • Experience installing, configuring, troubleshooting wired and wireless networks

More about Fuse:

Founded in 2010, Fuse is a veteran-owned, rapidly growing small business. Our San Diego-based company has earned recognition as an emerging leader in airborne, maritime, and ground networking.  Placing the warfighter at the center of every design process, Fuse delivers intuitive, agile, and resilient products that go beyond national security requirements—providing lasting utility and game-changing results.  We take pride in our brilliant and talented team as well as our dynamic environment and collaborative, creative, environment.  We build cutting-edge hardware and software products that solve complex national security challenges for our warfighters at the tactical edge. 

Salary Range: $120,000- $160,000

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
    • Covered for employee, and a portion of dependents' coverage is covered as well
  • 11 paid Federal Holidays
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • Date of hire through second year: 10 days/year (accrued)
    • Third year and beyond: unlimited
  • 40 hours of paid sick leave per year
  • 401k with employer matching
  • Annual bonuses
  • Cell phone reimbursement: $100/month