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Zetier

Senior Technical Lead

Arlington, VA · On-site

Zetier is looking for a Senior Technical Lead with a strong foundation in cybersecurity ... Development on embedded platforms (uBoot, drone firmware, IOT) Developed software on mobile ...

Zetier

Senior Technical Lead

Arlington, VA · On-site

Zetier is looking for a Senior Technical Lead with a strong foundation in cybersecurity ... Development on embedded platforms (uBoot, drone firmware, IOT) Developed software on mobile ...

Zetier

Senior Technical Lead

Arlington, VA · On-site

Zetier is looking for a Senior Technical Lead with a strong foundation in cybersecurity ... Development on embedded platforms (uBoot, drone firmware, IOT) Developed software on mobile ...

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How much do drone cybersecurity jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for drone cybersecurity in the United States is $99,400.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,500.00 and $115,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Drone Cybersecurity vs Drone Technician?

AspectDrone CybersecurityDrone Technician
Required CredentialsCybersecurity certifications, IT/security backgroundAviation or drone repair certifications, technical training
Work EnvironmentCybersecurity labs, remote monitoring, field security assessmentsField repairs, maintenance, on-site drone troubleshooting
Employer & Industry UsageTech firms, security agencies, government agenciesDrone manufacturing, aerial service providers, maintenance companies
Common Search & ComparisonYesNo

Drone Cybersecurity focuses on protecting drone systems from cyber threats through security protocols and monitoring, often working in IT or security environments. In contrast, Drone Technicians handle physical repairs, maintenance, and troubleshooting of drones. While both roles involve working with drones, their skills, certifications, and daily tasks differ significantly, making each role unique within the drone industry.

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Infographic showing various Drone Cybersecurity job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 20% Internship, 70% Full Time, and 10% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $99,400 per year, or $47.8 per hour.
Senior Technical Lead

Senior Technical Lead

Zetier

Arlington, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Zetier is looking for a Senior Technical Lead with a strong foundation in cybersecurity, programming, and problem-solving to support efforts in Arlington, VA.

Requirements:

  • Excellent technical knowledge and skills in/with the following:
    • Low-level software development (C/C++, uBoot, kernel drivers)
    • Reverse engineering compiled programs (C/C++)
    • Reading common assembly languages (x86, x86-64, ARM)
    • Developing in scripting languages (Python)
    • Debuggers and decompilers (gdb, Binja, IDA Pro)
    • Operating system internals (Linux, Windows, mobile, embedded)
  • Experience in people and project management
  • Effective communication with customers and teammates
  • Ability to multi-task and work under pressure
  • Active US Security Clearance (TS/SCI)

Desired Qualifications:

  • Networking experience (802.11ac, Zigbee, GSM, SATCOM, SDN, UHF/VHF, 5g)
  • Securely implemented cryptographic primitives (AES-GCM, SHA256, ECDSA)
  • Integration with standard system libraries (POSIX, WIN32 API, socket API)
  • Development on embedded platforms (uBoot, drone firmware, IOT)
    Developed software on mobile platforms (Android, iOS)
  • Successfully led engineering teams (DEV/RE/VR)
  • Developed/patched version control software itself (git, svn, mercurial)
  • Worked with DoD/IC customers in support of technical operations
  • Experience writing technical proposals and white papers
  • Strong organizational skills

Zetier is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. All employment is decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business need.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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