Software Security Engineer at MBTA

Bristol, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

NoVisa

DefenseIndustries

Requirements

British Citizen or Dual UK national with British citizenship
Willingness to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks and SC/DV security clearance process
Experience developing complex software products in Defence, Automotive, Aerospace, Telecoms sectors (or similar field)
Experience of software security with knowledge of industry security standards and best practices
Degree or equivalent experience in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) subject or similar
Natural collaborator and technical leader with good communication and influencing skills
Comfortable with problem solving, technical challenges, and working with engineers from other disciplines
Interest in novel and emerging technologies and security challenges
Beneficial: Experience developing embedded software and/or firmware

Responsibilities

Guide security aspects of product development across the whole product lifecycle, from concept through to in-service support
Provide technical expertise to software development teams and wider project teams on security requirements, techniques, software architecture, design patterns, coding standards, trade-offs, and best practices
Participate in the evaluation and selection of appropriate technologies and frameworks for software projects
Conduct security assessments and risk analyses of technologies and software systems, identifying vulnerabilities and threats, and developing mitigation strategies
Support continuous improvement by identifying areas for process improvement and contributing to the development and implementation of software development methodologies, tools, and frameworks
Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of security processes, procedures, and guidelines
Generate security reports and metrics to track security-related activities, vulnerabilities, and remediation efforts

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Software SecuritySecure CodingSecurity ArchitectureDesign PatternsCoding StandardsSecurity RequirementsProduct Lifecycle Security

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Software Security Engineer role?

The salary is circa £74,000 depending on experience.

What is the working arrangement for this position?

It offers dynamic (hybrid) working with 3 to 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification.

What skills are required for this Software Security Engineer role?

The role requires expertise in guiding security aspects of product development, providing technical guidance on security requirements, techniques, software architecture, design patterns, coding standards, conducting security assessments and risk analyses, and supporting continuous improvement in software processes.

What benefits does MBDA offer for this role?

Benefits include a company bonus of up to 21% of base salary, pension with maximum total contribution of up to 14%, flexible working arrangements, enhanced parental leave up to 26 weeks, and fantastic site facilities like subsidised meals and free car parking.

What security clearance is required for this position?

Candidates must be British Citizens or Dual UK nationals with British citizenship, undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks, and be willing to go through the DV clearance process as it is an SC security clearance role.

MBTA

Public transit services in Greater Boston

About MBTA

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) offers public transit services in the Greater Boston area, including subways, buses, commuter rails, and ferries. It generates revenue through fare collection, providing various products like single-ride tickets, monthly passes, and the CharlieCard for convenient payment. The MBTA stands out by offering a comprehensive range of transit options and continually improving service quality and accessibility. Its goal is to enhance the customer experience while serving the transportation needs of the community.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters

1964Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Government & Public SectorIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees