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

Software Security

Secure Coding

Security Architecture

Design Patterns

Coding Standards

Security Requirements

Product Lifecycle Security

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

Benefits

Health insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement plans

Risks

Accessibility concerns with Green Line 'supercars' may lead to public dissatisfaction.

'MBTA Go' app could face technical issues affecting user satisfaction.

North Station bridge project may encounter construction delays or budget overruns.

Differentiation

MBTA offers a comprehensive range of transit services in Greater Boston.

The agency provides specialized passes for flexible and convenient travel options.

MBTA's CharlieCard system simplifies fare payment for frequent commuters.

Upsides

Federal funding supports infrastructure projects like the North Station bridge replacement.

The 'Tap to Ride' system modernizes and streamlines fare collection processes.

NextGen Bus Navigation Pilot Program aims to improve bus route efficiency.

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