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Lockheed Martin Corporation

You will be a Cyber Security Engineer, Embedded in the Program Protection Organization. Our organization oversees all aspects of Anti-Tamper and embedded Cybersecurity across Missiles and Fire ...

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As of Jun 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for embedded cybersecurity in the United States is $129,093.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,000.00 and $133,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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While some senior cybersecurity professionals, such as security architects or chief information security officers, can earn $500,000 or more annually, such salaries are typically reserved for those with extensive experience, advanced certifications, and leadership roles. Entry- and mid-level cybersecurity jobs generally offer lower salaries, and reaching this level often requires years of specialized expertise and strategic responsibilities.

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Embedded cybersecurity professionals design and implement security measures for embedded systems, and while AI can assist with tasks like threat detection and automation, it is unlikely to fully replace embedded programmers. Instead, AI tools are expected to augment their work by handling repetitive tasks and analyzing security vulnerabilities, allowing programmers to focus on complex problem-solving and system design. Continuous learning and expertise in programming languages, hardware, and security protocols remain essential for these roles.

Is embedded systems still a good career in 2026?

Embedded cybersecurity remains a strong career in 2026 due to the increasing integration of connected devices and IoT systems, which require specialized security expertise. Professionals with skills in hardware security, firmware analysis, and knowledge of tools like secure coding and cryptography are in high demand across industries such as automotive, healthcare, and manufacturing.

What is embedded cyber security?

Embedded cybersecurity involves protecting embedded systems—specialized computing devices within larger hardware—by implementing security measures such as secure coding, hardware security modules, and vulnerability assessments. Professionals in this field often work with real-time operating systems, IoT devices, and security standards like ISO/SAE 21434 to ensure system integrity and safety.
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Cyber Security Engineer Staff (Embedded)

Cyber Security Engineer Staff (Embedded)

Lockheed Martin Corporation

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Posted 11 days ago

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Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 384 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

31st of 60 rated aerospace companies

Job description

You will be a Cyber Security Engineer, Embedded in the Program Protection Organization. Our organization oversees all aspects of Anti-Tamper and embedded Cybersecurity across Missiles and Fire Control. We are chartered with providing the skills and innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain secure products across our Lines of Business.


What You Will Be Doing
As the Cyber Security Engineer You will be responsible for designing, implementing and testing anti-tamper and embedded cybersecurity solutions across Missiles and Fire Control's deliverable products.
Your responsibilities will include:
Providing embedded System Security Engineering design and implementation in all aspects of System Security Engineering (SSE) process in development of Department of Defense (DoD) Weapon Systems
Assessing and mitigating System Security threats/risks throughout the embedded Weapon System development life cycle
Validating System Security Engineering requirements decomposition, allocation and analysis for embedded Weapon Systems
Implementing System Security Engineering solutions hardware and software
Designing, implementing, deploying, and maintaining state of the art System Security architectures and countermeasures to protect and enable innovative new Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control products
Prototyping and testing System Security countermeasures that defend against cyber-attacks against Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control Weapon System products
Integrate yourself amongst Hardware, Firmware, Software, and Systems Engineers to define and
integrate System Security Engineering into a wide range of high integrity, security and safety-critical Systems
* For a level 4, we typically look for 9 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or 7 years of experience with a related Master's degree, or equivalent experience/combined education.*
Why Join Us
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.
Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is located in Dallas, TX Discover Dallas.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance. A company-sponsored interim secret is required to start.
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As a global security and aerospace company, the majority of Lockheed Martin's business is with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. federal government agencies.The remaining portion of Lockheed Martin's business is comprised of international government and commercial sales of products, services and platforms.

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10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Bethesda, MD, US

Year founded

1912

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