Merlin Labs

Senior Security Engineer

Boston, MA Remote Hybrid
Python Bash PowerShell
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About Merlin:
Merlin is a venture backed aerospace startup building a non-human pilot to enable both reduced crew and uncrewed flight. Backed by some of the world’s leading investors, Merlin is scaling alongside our customers to begin leveraging autonomy today to solve some of aviation’s biggest challenges.

About you: 
You are an experienced professional with a systems level approach to security. Ideally you have an extensive background in aerospace and defense, and are well-versed with NIST security documentation including NIST 800-171 and NIST 800-53. You take full ownership of deliverables, and will work across all departments to identify gaps and vulnerabilities in order to implement appropriate and effective solutions.

Responsibilities:

  • Serve as a key stakeholder and work with systems engineers across programs to ensure cybersecurity deliverables are met.
  • Drive enterprise cybersecurity control maturity to protect business proprietary information and enable CMMC. 
  • Automate and standardize controls and processes to reduce overhead on IT and development departments.
  • Prepare Merlin for classified processing by establishing information systems and applicable controls. 

Qualifications:

  • 8+ years experience with securing information systems from development to enterprise.
  • Have referenced NIST 800-171 and more importantly NIST 800-53 to secure defense information systems.
  • Strong foundation in computer science and software engineering fundamentals, including Python, Bash, and Powershell.
  • Deep understanding of network security including firewalls, VPNs, ports, and protocols. 

Nice to Haves:

  • Experience implementing CMMC in controlled information systems.
  • Experience contributing to system architecture design and development

This position is based on-site at Merlin HQ in Boston, MA. We offer flexible hybrid in office schedules.

We understand that relocating for a new role is a significant decision, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. That’s why we offer comprehensive relocation assistance to help make your transition as seamless as possible. From covering moving expenses to providing guidance on finding housing, we aim to ensure your relocation experience is stress-free.

Additionally, once you’re here, you’ll enjoy a variety of on-site perks designed to make your workday enjoyable and convenient. These include catered lunches featuring a rotating menu of delicious options, an assortment of snacks to keep you fueled throughout the day, and a selection of beverages, including coffee, tea, and other drinks, to keep you refreshed.

Our goal is to create an environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally

Merlin Labs offers an innovative, entrepreneurial, and team-focused startup environment. We also offer a top-notch benefits package (health, dental, life, unlimited vacation, and 401k with match) and work/life integration. Being part of the Merlin team allows you to become part of a small team that supports professional development while working together to achieve our mission.

Merlin Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability
status. All job offers are contingent upon the candidate passing background, and reference checks. 

At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or consider candidates who require visa transfers. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to people@merlinlabs.com

Merlin Labs does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from candidates.
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