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Owl Cyber Defense

Principal FPGA Engineer

Danbury, CT · On-site +1

$160K - $210K/yr

Remote (for those in Eastern or Central time zones) Owl Cyber Defense is a leader and trusted partner in cyber security. We deliver solutions that protect and connect the world's most critical ...

Owl Cyber Defense

Sr FPGA Engineer II

Danbury, CT · On-site +1

$140K - $180K/yr

Remote (For those in Eastern or Central time zones) Owl Cyber Defense is a leader and trusted partner in cyber security. We deliver solutions that protect and connect the world's most critical ...

Owl Cyber Defense

Principal FPGA Engineer

Danbury, CT · On-site

$160 - $210/hr

Remote (for those in Eastern or Central time zones) Owl Cyber Defense is a leader and trusted partner in cyber security. We deliver solutions that protect and connect the world's most critical ...

Owl Cyber Defense

Systems Test Engineer

Morrisville, NC · On-site

$85 - $110/hr

Hybrid Owl Cyber Defense is a leader and trusted partner in cyber security. We deliver solutions that protect and connect the world's most critical networks. Owl's product lines of cross domain, data ...

Owl Cyber Defense

Systems Test Engineer

Morrisville, NC · On-site +1

$95K - $125K/yr

Hybrid Owl Cyber Defense is a leader and trusted partner in cyber security. We deliver solutions that protect and connect the world's most critical networks. Owl's product lines of cross domain, data ...

Owl Cyber Defense

Principal Product Manager

Danbury, CT · On-site +1

Remote (Must be in Eastern or Central time zone) Owl Cyber Defense is a leader and trusted partner in cyber security. We deliver solutions that protect and connect the world's most critical networks.

Owl Cyber Defense

Principal Product Manager

Danbury, CT · On-site

$160 - $240/hr

Remote (Must be in Eastern or Central time zone) Owl Cyber Defense is a leader and trusted partner in cyber security. We deliver solutions that protect and connect the world's most critical networks.

Geo Owl

Senior Cyber Analyst

Nellis Air Force Base, NV · On-site

$90 - $105/hr

Geo Owl is a premier provider of geospatial intelligence services, delivering cutting-edge solutions to the Department of Defense, intelligence agencies, and enterprises around the globe. Our ...

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Geo Owl

SME All Source Analyst

Fort Eustis, VA · On-site

$100K - $101K/yr

Geo Owl is a premier provider of geospatial intelligence services, delivering cutting-edge ... the Department of Defense, intelligence agencies, and enterprises around the globe. Our ...

Geo Owl LLC

Senior Cyber Analyst

Nevada, IA · On-site

$81 - $110/hr

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How much do owl cyber defense jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for owl cyber defense in the United States is $122,108.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,500.00 and $149,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Owl Cyber Defense vs Cybersecurity Analyst?

AspectOwl Cyber DefenseCybersecurity Analyst
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEHCompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEH
Work EnvironmentCybersecurity firm, government agencies, defense contractorsCorporate IT departments, security teams, consulting firms
Industry UsagePrimarily in cybersecurity and defense sectorsAcross various industries including finance, healthcare, and tech

Owl Cyber Defense and Cybersecurity Analysts share similar certifications and often work in cybersecurity-focused environments. However, Owl Cyber Defense specializes in providing cybersecurity solutions and services for defense and government sectors, while Cybersecurity Analysts typically work within organizations to monitor and protect their IT infrastructure across multiple industries.

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Infographic showing various Owl Cyber Defense job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,108 per year, or $58.7 per hour.

Principal FPGA Engineer

Owl Cyber Defense

Danbury, CT • On-site, Remote

$160K - $210K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Principal FPGA Engineer Department: Product Development Reports to: Director of Hardware Engineering Office: Danbury, CT Work Location: Remote (for those in Eastern or Central time zones) Owl Cyber Defense is a leader and trusted partner in cyber security. We deliver solutions that protect and connect the world's most critical networks. Owl's product lines of cross domain, data diode, and portable media solutions provide the strongest available security checkpoints for threat prevention and secure data availability. Our in-depth expertise in security engineering at the operating system level enables us to help government and commercial customers meet ever-evolving cyber security threats.
Job Summary:
The Principal FPGA Engineer serves as a technical leader on the Owl Advanced Development Hardware team.This individual is responsible for FPGA architecture, system integration, and advanced hardware development initiatives for cybersecurity and embedded technology platforms. This role leads complex engineering efforts, drives innovation, mentors engineering teams, and contributes to long-term product and technology strategy.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Lead FPGA architecture and system design initiatives.
  • Drive advanced FPGA and embedded hardware development.
  • Develop advanced FPGA packet handling mechanisms.This may include designs for high speed application or significant data modification.
  • Provide technical leadership for simulation and verification efforts.
  • Provide technical mentorship across engineering teams.
  • Support long-term product and technology strategy, including roadmap and test.
  • Lead troubleshooting and performance optimization efforts.
  • Collaborate with leadership on technical planning.
  • Participate / lead AGILE Scrum activities.

Requirements/Qualifications:
  • Education
    • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
  • Experience
    • 15+ years of FPGA and embedded systems experience.
  • Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
    • Extensive FPGA architecture and packet processing expertise.
    • Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
    • Experience leading large-scale technical initiatives.
    • Expert knowledge SystemVerilog.
    • Experience with advanced FPGA verification methodologies.
    • Expertise in simulation (Xcellium) and familiarity with linting programs (DVT)
    • Experience in Xilinx/AMD Versal and Ultrascale+ devices a plus
    • Strong understanding of AXI, HSS, Ethernet protocols
    • Strong understanding of embedded systems.
    • Strong leadership and troubleshooting skills.
  • Additional Competencies/Requirements
    • Candidates must be able to obtain/maintain a US Government security clearance

Salary:
The salary for this position ranges between $160,000.00 and $210,000.00 USD. This range represents Owl Cyber Defense Solutions' good-faith estimate of the base salary for this position at the time of posting. Placement within the range will depend on factors such as relevant work experience, geographic location, education, training, certifications, key skills, internal equity, market data, and other job-related considerations. Compensation will not be below any applicable local minimum wage. This position is also eligible to participate in the Company's annual bonus program, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan.
Benefits:
Owl offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and wellbeing of our employees and their families. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions; paid time off (to include flexible vacation and personal time, paid sick leave and designated paid company holidays); company-paid life insurance; company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance; and a variety of voluntary benefits and wellness programs. Additional information regarding benefit eligibility, employee contribution rates, and plan details will be provided during the hiring process.
About Owl Cyber Defense Solutions, LLC
Owl Cyber Defense Solutions, LLC is a fast-growing cybersecurity solutions company, holding a firm leadership position in network security and secure information transfer. It is a privately-owned US company with offices in Columbia, MD, Danbury, CT and Morrisville, NC. For more information, see https://www.owlcyberdefense.com.
Owl Cyber Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal employment laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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