Location US-SC-North Charleston

ID 2026-11079

Category

Security Engineer

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Application Open Date

3/31/2026

• Designing and overseeing architecture for software systems
• Ensuring compliance with DoD frameworks such as Risk Management Framework (RMF), STIGs, and cybersecurity requirements
• Defining system architecture, interfaces, data flows, and integration with legacy and tactical systems
• Leading technical decisions across classified and unclassified environments
• Collaborating with government stakeholders, program managers, and engineering teams to align technical solutions with mission objectives
• Evaluating and implementing secure technologies suitable for air-gapped, on-premise, and cloud (e.g., GovCloud) environments
• Supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) processes and documentation
• Providing guidance on secure coding practices and system hardening
• Conducting architecture reviews, code reviews, and risk assessments
• Mentoring engineering teams and enforcing engineering standards and best practices

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• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field
• Eight or more years of software development experience
• Experience working on DoD or federal government contracts
• Strong knowledge of secure system architecture and cybersecurity principles
• Experience with architecture patterns (micro-services, service-oriented, event-driven, and monolithic systems)
• Proficiency in languages such as Java, C++, or Python
• Experience with Linux-based systems and secure environments
• Familiarity with DoD compliance standards (RMF, NIST 800-53, STIGs)

• Active security clearance (active Secret and must be eligible for Top Secret)
• Three or more years in architecture or technical leadership roles
• Experience with U.S. Department of Defense cloud environments (e.g., AWS GovCloud, Azure Government)
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) in secure environments
• Experience with embedded systems, real-time systems, or naval platforms

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TOP SECRET / SCI LEVEL

• Up to 5-10% travel

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals starting at 10 days of vacation and 5 days of sick leave annually, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

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