About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Position overview

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Associate Embedded Software Engineer to join their Cyber Systems / Embedded team at the Roy, UT location. This role provides hands-on experience designing and securing mission-critical systems, collaborating with senior engineers, and contributing to network, cloud, and endpoint security for defense hardware and software.

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What You’ll Do

Contribute to the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure embedded and cyber systems supporting critical defense programs.

• Assist in the design and deployment of secure network and embedded system architectures (firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, secure boot, firmware update mechanisms)
• Support vulnerability assessments and coordinate remediation activities
• Develop and maintain automation and tooling (Python, PowerShell, Bash) for security monitoring, patching, and configuration management
• Participate in incident response drills and analyze logs using SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, Elastic)
• Help produce security hardening guidance and documentation for cloud and embedded platforms (AWS, Azure, RTOS-based systems)
• Perform guided penetration testing of internal applications and embedded interfaces; document findings and remediation steps
• Collaborate with DevOps, IT, and compliance teams to integrate security into CI/CD and firmware pipelines
• Attend technical briefings, knowledge-sharing sessions, and mentorship meetings to grow skills

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Basic Qualifications (required)

A candidate must meet ALL of the following:

• Completing or has completed a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Major or coursework in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, or Information Assurance
• U.S. citizenship required to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) access as needed

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Preferred Qualifications

• Cumulative GPA of 3.70/4.0 or higher
• Previous internship, co-op, or related work experience in embedded systems, cybersecurity, or software engineering
• Demonstrated teamwork, leadership, and effective interpersonal communication
• Familiarity with SIEM tools (Splunk/Elastic), cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), and scripting for automation

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Compensation & Logistics

• Salary range: $65,800 - $98,800 per year (provided by the client)
• Relocation assistance: May be available
• Clearance required for start: No (but candidate must be eligible to obtain Secret and SAP access)
• Travel: No expected travel for this role
• Employment type: Entry-level / campus role (internship-style hiring cadence)

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Additional details

This role is part of a defense-focused program supporting mission-critical systems. You will be expected to follow strict security and compliance requirements. Confidential Client is committed to mentoring early-career engineers and providing opportunities for technical growth.

Note: U.S. citizenship is required for positions needing government clearance or access to restricted programs.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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