Hiring: Cybersecurity Application Engineer Company: Axiom Space Location: Houston, TX Job Posted Time: 2026-09-13 13:47:55 Target Skills & Keywords : AES, Agile, C, C++, CI/CD, Embedded Systems, Encryption, Linux, Penetration Testing, Project Management, Rust, TCP/IP, Zero Trust About the job Experience: •7+ years of relevant experience in cybersecurity or related fields is expected •Demonstrated success in secure software development, particularly within aerospace or other regulated industries •Proven ability to deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines, even in ambiguous or fast-moving environments •History of proactive problem-solving and applying sound judgment to overcome complex challenges •FISMA (Federal Information Security Management Act) Required Skills: •Secure Software Design & Integration •Design and integrate secure communications protocols and mechanisms into software applications, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data. •Embed security controls at the application level, including authentication, authorization, input validation, and encryption, tailored to aerospace requirements. •Perform comprehensive threat modeling to identify potential risks and attack vectors in software systems. •Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analysis to evaluate and mitigate security weaknesses throughout the development lifecycle. •Partner cross-functionally with DevOps teams to seamlessly integrate security automation tools within CI/CD pipelines, enabling continuous security validation and rapid response to vulnerabilities. •Champion secure coding practices and foster a culture of security awareness across development and operations teams. •Conduct code reviews, static and dynamic analysis, and penetration testing of aerospace applications to uncover and remediate security flaws. Qualifications: •To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. •Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation. •Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised. •Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position. •Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones. •Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time) •May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time) •Standard office equipment •Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering is required •CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!