Senior Federal Certification Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Maryland, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Support the execution of Common Criteria, FIPS, and DoDIN certifications across HPE Networking product lines.

• Act as a representative of HPE Networking with accredited laboratories during evaluations.

• Create and maintain certification documentation, including FIPS security policies and Common Criteria security objectives.

• Provide guidance to developers and QA regarding certification procedures.

• Participate in meetings with accredited labs, engineering, and QA to monitor project milestones.

• Report testing gaps and deficiencies to engineering and product teams for resolution.

• Track government standards and relay any changes that may impact releases.

• Assist in the development, compliance, and upkeep of FIPS-compliant cryptographic modules.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.

• Master's degree preferred, or equivalent professional experience.

• Experience in software engineering, including proficiency in C/C++, Python, and/or Golang.

• Capability to read and understand source code written in C.

• At least 2 years of experience working with cryptographic modules in a technical role.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience with certification schemes, including Common Criteria, FIPS, and DoDIN.

• At least 4 years of experience managing government certifications or conducting security testing.

• Applicants must be US Citizens or Green Card holders only.

• Experience in the software development of cryptographic modules.

• Relevant industry certifications, such as CISSP, CSSLP, or ISSEP, are a plus.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Strong project management capabilities.

• Familiarity with emerging standards outside of the US, such as EUCC, EUCRA, and ITSAR.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional health.

• Opportunities for personal and professional development.

• Flexible work arrangements to accommodate work and personal needs.

• Option for remote/teleworker arrangements.

• An inclusive workplace with accessibility accommodations.

• Variable incentives may also be available.

• Opportunities for travel ranging from 5-10%.