Product Security Engineer Autonomous & DoD

Product Security Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Product Security Engineer to support a leading Defense Technology Company focused on autonomous systems and advanced technologies supporting Department of Defense programs. This is a hybrid position based in Clarksburg, MD. The Product Security Engineer will support cybersecurity initiatives across autonomous vehicle platforms and mission-critical defense programs, helping to ensure products meet security, compliance, and operational requirements throughout the development lifecycle.

• Support product security initiatives across autonomous vehicle platforms and defense technology programs.
• Assist with DoD RMF, ATO, and IATT activities, including security documentation, control implementation, POA&M management, and coordination with government stakeholders.
• Perform security assessments, vulnerability analysis, and security reviews throughout the software and hardware development lifecycle.
• Conduct threat modeling and cybersecurity risk assessments for embedded systems, autonomous platforms, and command-and-control technologies.
• Support DISA STIG compliance activities and collaborate with software, hardware, and Dev Ops teams to implement security requirements.
• Manage vulnerability remediation efforts, including CVE analysis, SBOM validation, risk prioritization, and tracking corrective actions.
• Assist with security testing activities, including vulnerability scanning, configuration reviews, and secure code review processes.
• Develop and maintain security documentation, procedures, and technical guidance.
• Support incident response and forensic investigations involving product-level cybersecurity events.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate secure development practices and Dev Sec Ops  methodologies.
• Track authorization status, security metrics, and compliance requirements and provide updates to leadership and program stakeholders.
• Support proposal efforts, customer engagements, and cybersecurity-related technical discussions.

• 7+ years of experience in Product Security, Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Security Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience supporting DoD RMF, ATO, IATT, or other federal cybersecurity compliance activities.
• Working knowledge of NIST 800-37, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, DISA STIGs, SRGs, and eMASS.
• Experience conducting vulnerability management, security assessments, threat modeling, or risk analysis activities.
• Familiarity with embedded systems, autonomous platforms, industrial control systems, or mission-critical technologies.
• Understanding of secure software development practices and Dev Sec Ops  principles.
• Experience managing or reviewing SBOMs and evaluating software supply chain risks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST RMF, CMMC, ISO 27001, ISO/SAE 21434, or IEC 62443.
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Security certifications such as Security+, CySA+, CISSP, SSCP, GSEC, or equivalent are highly desirable.

• Salary Range: $170,000 - $195,000
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Cigna Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Sick Leave if required by law, and Paid Holidays.

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