Senior OS Security Software Engineer (C/C++)
nightwingHuntsville (AL)
Senior OS Security Software Engineer (C/C++)
Posted yesterday
nightwingHuntsville (AL)
SENIORITY
Lead
About the role
Nightwing is seeking a Principal Software Developer (System Security) to strengthen our flagship security products protecting critical DoD systems. You will develop OS-level security features, build advanced detection and response mechanisms, and work across Windows, Linux, and VxWorks with mentorship from senior engineers. You should have 8+ years in systems programming, expert C/C++, and strong OS internals knowledge. Candidate must meet Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship.
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