Senior Security Engineer

Cassola, Vicenza, Italy  |  OPEN POSITION

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As a Senior Security Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and validatingsecurity architectures and technologies for satellite navigation, space systems, and governmental services.

You will work within Qascom’s Security Engineering Team, contributing to cutting-edge European programs and high-assurance environments.
Your work will include cybersecurity engineering, cryptographic system design, secure software/system development, and security risk assessment across advanced aerospace technologies.

What you’ll work on

  • Design and implement security architectures, security protocols, and cryptographic mechanisms for space and GNSS systems.
  • Perform risk assessments, security analysis, and threat modelling for mission‑critical systems.
  • Lead security engineering initiatives across infrastructure, applications, and embedded systems.
  • Provide technical expertise on network, platform, and application security, ensuring compliance with relevant standards.
  • Develop and maintain security software, including multi‑threaded and distributed systems.
  • Collaborate with internal engineering teams (software, RF, GNSS, embedded) to integrate secure design principles into all phases of development.

What do you need

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/ Cybersecurity / Computer Engineering. A Master degree is desired.
  • Professional experience in design & devel of multi-threading software systems.
  • Knowledge of applied cryptography (even if academic).
  • Knowledge of secure software development, threat modelling, secure coding.
  • Knowledge of Linux/Windows security.
  • Knowledge of  system, network and cloud security.
  • Experience with Rust or C++.
  • Knowledge of Security protocols (IAM, authentication/authorization) is desired.
  • Proficency in English (written and spoken). 

Our Recruitment Process

We design our recruitment process to be structured, transparent, and aligned with technical excellence.

Each step is intended to evaluate not only your expertise, but also your potential to grow within complex and high-impact projects.

1. Application Submission

Submit your application sending your CV at the email address career@qascom.it

Applications are welcome even before the position is officially opened. We therefore recommend early submissions.

2. CV Review

After the position is opened, the HR perform a structured evaluation of your CV against the requirements of the role.

If your profile is not aligned with a current opening, it may be considered for future opportunities consistent with your background. Please note that, at this stage, we are unable to provide individual written feedback.

3. HR Introductory Call

Selected candidates are invited to an initial discussion with HR to review:

  • Role scope and project environment

  • Location and remote working model

  • Compensation structure and benefits

  • Mutual expectations

4. Technical Interview

The technical interview focuses on:

  • Depth of technical expertise

  • Analytical and problem-solving capabilities

  • Engineering mindset and methodological rigor

We assess both current competencies and long-term growth potential.

For specific roles, an additional technical session may be scheduled to explore advanced topics or domain-specific competencies.

5. Offer Stage

Successful candidates receive a formal offer presentation, including contractual details and onboarding roadmap.

All candidates who have completed a technical interview will receive feedback as soon as the position is closed.

A Two-Way Evaluation

We view recruitment as a mutual alignment process, ensuring coherence in technical standards, professional ambitions, and long-term vision.

Application

Do you not match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway sending your CV at the email address career@qascom.it