Senior C++ Security Engineer

Remote • Posted 22 hours ago • Updated 22 hours ago
Contract W2
No Travel Required
Remote
$85 - $90/hr
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Job Details

Skills

  • c++
  • FIPS
  • Cryptographic Systems

Summary

Senior C++ Security Engineer (FIPS / Cryptographic Systems)

Location: Remote (U.S. Preferred)
Engagement Type: Contract

< data-end="249" data-start="227">Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior C++ Security Engineer to support a FIPS-compliant initiative within a high-scale platform. This role focuses on cryptographic system design, secure network communication, and cross-platform software development using modern C++.

< data-end="533" data-start="504">Key Responsibilities
  • Design and implement secure, FIPS-compliant cryptographic components in C++

  • Work extensively with OpenSSL for encryption and secure communications

  • Develop networked applications using Boost and Boost.Asio

  • Implement secure communication protocols and encryption mechanisms

  • Maintain cross-platform build systems using CMake

  • Ensure adherence to secure coding and cryptographic best practices

< data-end="980" data-start="948">Required Qualifications
  • 7+ years of experience in modern C++ (C++14 or later)

  • Strong hands-on experience with OpenSSL

  • Solid understanding of cryptography and secure software design

  • Experience with network programming and secure socket communication

  • Experience building cross-platform systems (Windows/Linux/macOS)

< data-end="1325" data-start="1292">Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with Conan package manager

  • Python scripting experience

  • Experience working in FIPS 140-2 / 140-3 environments

  • Background in systems-level or performance-sensitive software

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
  • Dice Id: 91172168
  • Position Id: 47-44139-3105
  • Posted 22 hours ago
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