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WHAT WE'RE DOING
At Lockheed Martin, we are pushing the boundaries of innovation to solve some of the world's most complex challenges. In our Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) division, we are focused on advancing security and resilience for critical defense systems, with a particular emphasis on F-35 Training & Logistics. Our team is dedicated to applying cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions that safeguard the integrity of systems throughout their lifecycle. We are passionate about ensuring that these systems remain resilient to evolving cyber threats, supporting both the F-35 and other essential training and logistics operations.
THE WORK
As a Cyber Software Engineer, you will secure, automated delivery of mission-critical software for PTD and TIPS systems. You will embed Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, and rigorous threat-modeling practices into every stage of the development lifecycle, ensuring continuous monitoring, rapid remediation, and full compliance with DoD RMF, NIST guidelines, and STIG/SRG hardening standards.
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage system integrity, availability, and cyber compliance for hardware, firmware, and software.
• Maintain and update RMF documentation (e.g. System Security Plan, Plan of Action & Milestones, Security Assessment Report).
• Execute RMF steps - implement, assess, authorize, and monitor security controls.
• Automate compliance checks and remediation using scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash) and tools such as OpenSCAP, Tenable, and Qualys.
• Integrate security gates into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins and GitLab CI) and perform vulnerability testing (SAST and DAST).
• Review Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs) and Software Assurance and Engineering Reports (SAER).
• Utilize Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform, Ansible) to build secure, hardened environments across container platforms (e.g.Docker, Kubernetes).
• Collaborate across systems engineering, test, configuration management, and program management teams to align on security goals.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and provide technical briefings to leadership and stakeholders.
WHO WE ARE
Lockheed Martin's Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) division is home to some of the brightest minds in the cybersecurity field. Our team is driven by innovation and a commitment to excellence, focused on ensuring the safety and success of our customers' most complex missions. We thrive in a collaborative environment where cutting-edge technology is used to solve real-world challenges. At Lockheed Martin, we place high value on the skills, education, and training that each employee brings to the table, empowering everyone to make meaningful contributions.
Why Join Us
Join a mission-driven team safeguarding the systems that prepare F-35 pilots for success. You'll work at the cutting edge of cybersecurity and automation, in an environment that values learning, collaboration, and technical excellence. Your contributions will have real-world impact - protecting critical defense training capabilities and shaping the future of secure DevOps within aerospace and defense.
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related STEM field from an accredited college in a related discipline, with 5 years of professional experience; or 3 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree.
• Proficiency in a scripting language (e.g. Python, PowerShell, Bash) for compliance automation and remediation.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g. Jenkins, GitLab CI) and security testing integration.
• Experience in Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform and Ansible).
• Active Security+ or equivalent DoD 8570 certification
- Active or ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance at the Secret level.
Desired skills
• Experience with vulnerability scanning and frameworks (e.g. OpenSCAP, Nessus, STIGs, CIS Benchmarks).
• Experience implementing, assessing, and maintaining RMF processes in accordance with DoD, NIST, or other federal guidelines.
• Knowledge of hypervisors such as VMware vSphere/ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, and open-source.
• Hands on proficiency with modern AI/ML platforms (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Azure AI, AWS SageMaker, OpenAI APIs).
• Demonstrated ability to integrate AI solutions into business workflows and conduct model evaluation.
• Knowledge of Agile/DevSecOps tools and workflows (e.g. JIRA, Confluence, Git).
• Hands on experience integrating secure coding practices (e.g. static (SAST) and dynamic (DAST) analysis) into codebases (e.g. C++, Java, Python, etc.).
• Experience designing, building, and deploying AI driven threat detection models-prototyping and operationalizing solutions with frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit learn.
EEO
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
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At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Other Important Information
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to work remotely
Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedule Information
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
National Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $104,900 - $184,920. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $120,600 - $209,070. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.