{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"164d63364958986000af90e4","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/164d63364958986000af90e4","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/164d63364958986000af90e4","title":"software security engineer","description":"· Description:\nIMP Notes –\no Manager is looking for a Software Security Engineer to join their team with the experience of embedded cybersecurity but this individual will be more focused on the software side of things as well.\no This is a 100% on-site position in Toyota HQ at Plano, TX\no The duration is 12 months with the possibility of extension.\nTop skills -\no Programming languages: C, C++, ARM and/or Python\no Cybersecurity: Fundamental security concepts (e.g., cryptography, encryption), evaluating system security based on standard controls (e.g., SELinux), identifying software security issues and vulnerabilities\no Embedded/Firmware: Embedded security features (e.g., Secure Boot), Linux and other embedded operating systems\no Reverse engineering and binary analysis tools (e.g., IDA Pro, Ghidra)\nInterview process –\n· 30 minutes of technical STAR/video interview with the team members\n· 60 minutes of technical and behavioral STAR/video interview with the Hiring Manager and team members\n· Possibly an in-person interview with the Hiring Manager and the team.\nRole: Red Team Software Security Engineer\nOverview:\nIn this role you will play a pivotal role in shaping the overall cybersecurity posture for Toyota Motor North America (TMNA). Embedded within the Product Cybersecurity Group (PCG), the Product Security Testing Team (PSTT) performs advanced security testing engagements for pre-production automotive solutions worldwide.\nIn this role, you will be analyzing embedded system security, developing tools and proof-of-concept exploits and reverse engineering software from bootloaders to userland applications. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about system security and understand the landscape of software security defenses and features.\nDue to the nature of this position, candidates must work on-site at Toyota HQ in Plano, TX. A hybrid model may be possible for strong candidates.\nResponsibilities:\no Perform analysis of security requirements specifications against implementation\no Execute penetration testing and reverse engineering of software and firmware\no Communicate complex technical findings, remediation guidance and recommendations\no Develop skills through research on new attack vectors, vulnerabilities, and exploits\n·\n· Requirements:\nQualifications:\no Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity or related is strongly desired\no Proficient in C, C++, ARM and/or Python (specifically for writing tools to help tasks)\no Knowledge of core, fundamental security concepts (e.g., cryptography, encryption)\no Knowledge of embedded security features and best practices (e.g., Secure Boot)\no Experience with Linux and other embedded operating systems\no Experience with reverse engineering and binary analysis tools (e.g., IDA Pro, Ghidra)\no Experience evaluating system security based on standard controls (e.g., SELinux)\no Experience with identifying software security issues and vulnerabilities\nAdditional Valued Attributes:\no Knowledge of software fuzzing techniques and solutions (e.g., BAP, AFL)\no Knowledge of symbolic execution and other advanced binary analyses (e.g. angr)\no Experience with vulnerability analysis using CVSS scoring and CWE types\no Experience in penetration testing and requirements verification\no Experience in performing code audit or assessments\nJob Type: Contract\nSchedule:\n8 hour shift\nMonday to Friday\nAbility to commute/relocate:\nPlano, TX 75023: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)\nEducation:\nBachelor's (Required)\nExperience:\nLinux: 3 years (Preferred)\nCybersecurity: 3 years (Preferred)\nInformation security: 3 years (Preferred)\nWork Location: In person","company":"Comtec Information Systems","rawCompany":"comtec information systems","city":"Plano","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-04T14:04:44.362Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1299.05","title":"Information Security Engineers","slug":"information-security-engineers"},{"code":"15-1212.00","title":"Information Security Analysts","slug":"information-security-analysts"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"software security engineer","description":"· Description:\nIMP Notes –\no Manager is looking for a Software Security Engineer to join their team with the experience of embedded cybersecurity but this individual will be more focused on the software side of things as well.\no This is a 100% on-site position in Toyota HQ at Plano, TX\no The duration is 12 months with the possibility of extension.\nTop skills -\no Programming languages: C, C++, ARM and/or Python\no Cybersecurity: Fundamental security concepts (e.g., cryptography, encryption), evaluating system security based on standard controls (e.g., SELinux), identifying software security issues and vulnerabilities\no Embedded/Firmware: Embedded security features (e.g., Secure Boot), Linux and other embedded operating systems\no Reverse engineering and binary analysis tools (e.g., IDA Pro, Ghidra)\nInterview process –\n· 30 minutes of technical STAR/video interview with the team members\n· 60 minutes of technical and behavioral STAR/video interview with the Hiring Manager and team members\n· Possibly an in-person interview with the Hiring Manager and the team.\nRole: Red Team Software Security Engineer\nOverview:\nIn this role you will play a pivotal role in shaping the overall cybersecurity posture for Toyota Motor North America (TMNA). 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