The CERT division of the Software Engineering Institute (SEI), a federally funded research and development center at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, engages in state-of-the-art research and development and provides robust solutions focused on ensuring that software engineers, cybersecurity experts, network and system administrators, and others are able to resist, recognize, and recover from attacks on software systems. 
 
The Applied Systems Group helps organizations apply best practices, tools, and techniques at the rate needed to keep pace with evolving opportunities, threats, and risks. The goal of the team is to provide expertise in a wide range of skills throughout the software development lifecycle with a focus on holistic cybersecurity and engineering approaches to software intensive systems. Our team must keep pace with rapid changes to the computing and software landscape and, in some cases, the computing has outpaced the methods. It is incumbent upon us to generate novel approaches to meet specific and unique sponsor needs. 

 

Position Summary: 

Working alongside other technical experts in the institute, you will be involved in conceiving, developing, testing, and deploying, and maintaining infrastructure and software systems to improve the capabilities of CERT customers. You will participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle and will contribute to key decisions regarding design, technology selection, and architecture of secure and resilient systems. You will be expected to function within cross-domain teams; learn new skills, programming languages, and technologies as necessary; solve meaningful problems through technical innovation; and stay up to date with the latest software engineering trends and technologies. Working directly with sponsors and end users you will analyze customer requirements and provide novel solutions. You will also collaborate with sponsor’s technical staff throughout various phases of the development lifecycle and drive adoption by empowering sponsor to become self-sufficient. 

 

Requirements: 

BS in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, or related field of study, with 10 years of relevant experience, OR a MS in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, or related field, with 8 years of relevant experience. 

Willingness to travel to various locations to support the SEI’s overall mission. This may include national travel to sponsor sites, conferences, and offsite meetings on occasion. 

You will be subject to a background check and must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance. 

Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States. CMU will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. 
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

Ability to break down high-level goals, or problem statements, into actionable parts, to plan, design, and implement iterative solutions 

Build and maintain strategic relationships with both technical and non-technical sponsors through effective communication and a deep understanding of their goals and challenges 

A clear understanding and passion for delivering value of quality using modern software engineering practices and methodologies 

Strong grasp of the fundamentals of Computer Science, such as programming, data structures, and algorithms 

Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD, and cybersecurity concepts 

 
 

Desired Experience: 

Experience with hands-on technical consulting working with cross-functional teams and multi-level stakeholders 

Participation in technical communities via blogs, webinars, peer reviewed publications, and attending/speaking at events 

Working knowledge of general infrastructure and networking concepts (cloud and/or on-prem) 

Familiarity with virtualization, containerization and workload orchestration technologies. 

Experience with a variety of software system types and platforms. 

Usage of various software architectural frameworks and patterns. 

Exposure to Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and SysML 

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits available to eligible employees.

Those employees who are benefits eligible have the opportunity to experience the full spectrum of advantages from comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance to an enticing retirement savings program offering a generous employer contribution. You can also unlock your potential with tuition benefits and take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays. Finally, rest easy knowing you are covered by life and accidental death and disability insurance. 

Other perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and so much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits that may be awaiting you, explore our Benefits page.

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond just credentials, we consider the role and responsibilities, your invaluable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We acknowledge and appreciate your unique skills and the diverse perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Software/Applications Development/Engineering

Position Type

Staff – Regular

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Salary

More Information: 

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