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Anduril Industries

Staff Systems Security Engineer, Programs

Anduril Industries
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staff full-time $191,000-$253,000 USD Costa Mesa, California

First indexed 18 Jun 2026

Description

Staff Systems Security Engineer, Programs

Anduril Industries is a defence technology company transforming U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology, leveraging the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century's most innovative companies.

We seek a Staff Systems Security Engineer to drive security engineering principles into design and integration with other systems internal and external to Anduril to ultimately secure our suite of advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence systems, command and control platforms, aerospace vehicles, and long-range sensors.

Responsibilities

Own security end-to-end for assigned products, deriving and decomposing security requirements from customer needs and threat intelligence, designing security architectures, and managing security through the full product lifecycle.

Implement security features and capabilities, develop and execute comprehensive security test strategies at multiple integration levels, and support major milestone deliveries (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, PRR).

Brief security architectures and approaches to government customers and program leadership, translating complex security concepts for diverse audiences.

Collaborate and build solutions with engineering teams to meet and exceed industry-standard security goals.

Collaborate with security assessment teams to assess Anduril's products and integrated components to uncover potential weaknesses.

Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering teams to translate architectural requirements into implementations, and coordinate with security teams on threat modelling, validation, and testing.

Requirements

Typically 12+ years of experience and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent education/work experience.

Demonstrable ability to address complex, high-stakes security engineering challenges across multiple programs within a major area of business.

Evidence of recognised expertise contributing to risk resolution on cross-functional initiatives.

Experience in one or more of the following fields: Systems Security Engineering, Cybersecurity, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science.

Familiarity with security-relevant features on embedded hardware/FPGAs (e.g., secure boot, key management, etc.).

Previous work on security engineering and architecture for defence/national security systems and/or complex embedded commercial systems.

Ability to effectively brief and interact regularly with highly technical government customers.

Strong understanding of the 'why' behind the product, systems, and security design.

A sincere commitment to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Currently possesses and is able to maintain at least a final active US Secret security clearance with SAP eligibility.

Must be able to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Excels at the above-listed Requirements.

Possesses and able to maintain a U.S. TS Security clearance with SCI and/or SAP eligibility.

Strong skills in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, Rust, Go, C/C++).

Experience assessing security of firmware, applications, network, IoT, or embedded systems.

Fluency in modern USG cyber methodologies, including Cyber Survivability guidance and related policy (JSIG, ICD 503, CSEIG, SSECG, NIST SP 800-160, Cyber T&E Guidebook, CMMC, etc.).

Experience developing cyber documentation for USG customers.

Proven track record of excelling across the broader Systems Security Engineering domain, encompassing embedded Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, Cyber Resiliency, Software Security.

Experience creating and integrating with system design documentation in MBSE tools.

Experience integrating with Software Assurance, Supply Chain Risk Management, Configuration Management, and System Test.

Experience executing the Anti-Tamper process and authoring associated documentation.

Experience with security testing on DoD systems (e.g. penetration testing, red teaming, vulnerability assessments)

Experience working with unmanned aircraft Group 3 class and above.

Experience working with government or national security space systems.

Salary

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

Healthcare Benefits

US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.

UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.

IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Additional Benefits

Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.

Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.

Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.

Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.

Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development

Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.

Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Retirement Savings Plan

US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.

UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.

AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.

Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams

Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information.

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