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Northern Trust

Global Director of Application Security

Chicago, IL · On-site

$164K - $288K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This is a highly visible leadership role requiring a hands-on, technically credible leader who can partner with engineering and security teams to deliver secure software at scale in a complex, global ...

Northern Trust

Global Director of Application Security

Chicago, IL · On-site

$164K - $288K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This is a highly visible leadership role requiring a hands-on, technically credible leader who can partner with engineering and security teams to deliver secure software at scale in a complex, global ...

Northern Trust

Global Director of Application Security

Chicago, IL · On-site

$164K - $288K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This is a highly visible leadership role requiring a hands-on, technically credible leader who can partner with engineering and security teams to deliver secure software at scale in a complex, global ...

W. W. Grainger

Sr Staff Software Engineer- CIM Team

Chicago, IL · On-site

$135 - $226/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... secure software solutions that have broad organizational impact, including the software that ... Software Engineer V partners closely with architects, product leaders, and engineering leadership ...

Grainger Businesses

Sr Staff Software Engineer- CIM Team

Chicago, IL · On-site

$135K - $225K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... secure software solutions that have broad organizational impact, including the software that ... Software Engineer V partners closely with architects, product leaders, and engineering leadership ...

Grainger Businesses

Sr Staff Software Engineer- CIM Team

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$135K - $225K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... secure software solutions that have broad organizational impact, including the software that ... Software Engineer V partners closely with architects, product leaders, and engineering leadership ...

BAI

Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$75K - $95K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Design, implement, and maintain secure, scalable, and reliable software systems. * Collaborate with product managers, architects, designers, and engineers to translate business requirements into ...

ProSight Financial Association

Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$75K - $95K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Design, implement, and maintain secure, scalable, and reliable software systems. * Collaborate with product managers, architects, designers, and engineers to translate business requirements into ...

Old National Bank

Application Developer III

Chicago, IL · On-site

$98K - $199K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

... secure, reliable software faster. This is an experienced individual-contributor role, one of three ... Strong engineering fundamentals and the ability to write high-quality software remain essential ...

Citizens

Distinguished Engineer - AI Security

Chicago, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role combines deep software engineering expertise with advanced security knowledge to ensure AI solutions are scalable, resilient, secure, and aligned with business objectives. As a ...

Citizens

Distinguished Engineer - AI Security

Chicago, IL

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role combines deep software engineering expertise with advanced security knowledge to ensure AI solutions are scalable, resilient, secure, and aligned with business objectives. As a ...

Citizens

Distinguished Engineer - AI Security

Chicago, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role combines deep software engineering expertise with advanced security knowledge to ensure AI solutions are scalable, resilient, secure, and aligned with business objectives. As a ...

Citizens

Distinguished Engineer - AI Security

Chicago, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role combines deep software engineering expertise with advanced security knowledge to ensure AI solutions are scalable, resilient, secure, and aligned with business objectives. As a ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for secure software developer in Lisle, IL is $110,294.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,800.00 and $128,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a secure software developer?

To thrive as a Secure Software Developer, you need strong programming abilities, a solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, and experience with secure coding practices, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools like static code analyzers, vulnerability scanners, and security frameworks, as well as certifications such as CSSLP or CEH, are commonly required. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and effective communication are vital soft skills in this role. These skills and qualifications are crucial to building resilient software and protecting organizations from evolving security threats.

What are some common challenges secure software developers face when integrating security into the software development lifecycle?

Secure Software Developers often encounter challenges such as balancing application performance with security controls, keeping up with constantly evolving threats, and ensuring secure coding practices are consistently followed across development teams. They must also work closely with other developers, QA testers, and DevOps professionals to implement security requirements without slowing down project timelines. Regular code reviews, automated security testing, and ongoing collaboration with stakeholders are essential to overcoming these challenges and delivering robust, secure software.

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Infographic showing various Secure Software Developer job openings in Lisle, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,294 per year, or $53 per hour.

Space Systems Embedded Software Engineer - Level 2 (TS/SCI)

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Rolling Meadows, IL

$87K - $131K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Northrop Grumman rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 363 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

89th of 540 rated manufacturers

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: Top SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

At Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you will engineer the enduring icons of modern space exploration and global security, from manufacturing the vital Solid Rocket Boosters for NASA's Artemis missions and the engineering behind the James Webb Space Telescope, to pioneering on-orbit logistics with our uncrewed Cygnus cargo spacecraft and Mission Robotic Vehicle (MRV), alongside developing next-generation national defense constellations and strategic missile systems.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems (NGSS), Rolling Meadows, IL is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to add to its Software and Controls Department to contribute to full-cycle product development of new software subsystems and defense electronics as well as customization of current systems to support customer needs. As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will be supporting a team of experienced engineers performing requirements analysis and system design, coding, test, and verification activities using state-of-the-art tools and techniques. These products and systems power the next generation of products. Our products are integrated with our customers' machines and systems, and many of the applications are highly customized and unique. We are interested in highly motivated candidates with embedded software design experience with a focus on software interactions with safety-critical real-time systems, digital signal processing, and secure software solutions.

This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance at the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work

Basic Qualifications:

  • Active or Current Top Secret clearance with SCI

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or another STEM discipline from an accredited university and 2 years of related experience; OR Master's degree in the fields listed above.

  • Experience developing software in C/C++

  • Experience with scripting languages such as: Python, JavaScript, Perl, Unix/DOS shell scripts

  • Working knowledge of electronic test equipment (Oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers)

  • Experience with hands-on lab testing of electronic equipment

  • Basic understanding of digital signal processing concepts

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Working knowledge of RTOS (RTLinux, VxWorks, Integrity, FreeRTOS) concepts and operation

  • Experience with Linux Embedded real-time OS development (Yocto)

  • Experience developing in a hybrid Linux/Windows environment

  • Working knowledge of Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket)

  • Understanding of Software Defined Radio (SDR) platforms and architectures

  • Experience developing software for microcontroller platforms (CortexM4, TI, STM, etc)

  • Experience developing drivers and BSPs for custom hardware platforms

  • Experience with System on a Chip (AMD, Xilinx, Altera) software/FPGA integration

  • Experience with digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms

  • Experience with hands-on hardware testing, debugging and board bring-up

  • Experience with GNU Radio and/or Redhawk SDR development

Primary Level Salary Range: $87,600.00 - $131,400.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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About Northrop Grumman

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939

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