Project Software Security Engineer – Cryptography

Rockwell Automation

. Design and implement embedded software security features to protect intellectual property.

Posted 3/11/2026full-timeMassachusetts, Ohio, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $135,920 - $203,880 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Jenkins

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and implement embedded software security features to protect intellectual property.
Develop and maintain server-side cryptographic services using Microsoft CAPI and CNG APIs and REST APIs.
Create authentication and authorization strategies using JWT or equivalent secure mechanisms.
Ensure high availability and reliability of servers supporting global development and manufacturing operations.
Manage cryptographic keys securely through integration with Hardware Security Modules (HSMs).

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in relevant field.
8 or more years of experience with demonstrated professional development in software design and implementation role in product security.
Strong understanding of Cryptographic primitives, including encryption and digital signatures.
Experience implementing cryptographic algorithms using Microsoft Cryptographic API (CAPI) and Cryptography Next Generation (CNG).
Working knowledge of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), including certificate management and trust models.
Willingness to work in a SAFe Agile or Kanban environment.
Experience developing embedded software in object-oriented languages such as C++.
Experience in C#.
Experience using open-source tools like Git and Jenkins.
Experience with continuous integration environments, automated test, and acceptance testing.
Security certifications such as CompTIA Security+, SANS GIAC, or CISSP.
Experience developing software and testing safety and security standards such as IEC 61508 or IEC 62443.
Advanced courses or degrees in Engineering, Computer Science, or Controls.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
401k
Paid Time off
Parental and Caregiver Leave
Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.

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Hard Skills & Tools

embedded software developmentcryptographic servicesMicrosoft CAPICNG APIsREST APIsJWTcryptographic algorithmsC++C#Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)

Soft Skills

problem-solvingteam collaborationcommunicationadaptabilityattention to detailtime managementcritical thinkingleadershiporganizational skillswillingness to learn

Certifications

CompTIA Security+SANS GIACCISSP