Entry Level Security Software Engineer Jobs
New grad security software engineer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings mix on-site, remote, and hybrid settings across Technology & Software, Science & Research, and Manufacturing, with employers like OpenAI, Notion, and SpaceX hiring at this level now.
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Company Introduction
At Bot Auto, we are revolutionizing the transportation of goods with our cutting-edge autonomous trucks, enhancing the quality of life for communities around the globe. With the agility of a start-up and the wisdom of seasoned experts, Bot Auto boasts a team that has achieved numerous world-firsts and unparalleled innovations. United by a shared vision, we create miracles and propel the future of transportation. Join us and transform your dreams into reality.
We are seeking a motivated Software Engineer, Security Engineering to help build and operate security across Bot Auto's autonomous trucking stack. The proprietary technology that powers our autonomous driving system is our core intellectual property, and protecting it - along with the safety-relevant systems behind our fleet - is mission critical. In this role, you will work with experienced engineers across onboard (in-vehicle) security as well as infrastructure and platform security. You will contribute to how Bot Auto adopts AI responsibly by helping assess risks in large language models and agentic systems and implementing practical protections. This is a hands-on role with opportunities to learn across the full stack, from the vehicle to the cloud, while building strong foundations in security engineering.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain security controls for onboard (in-vehicle) systems, including secure boot, code signing, secrets and key management, secure over-the-air (OTA) updates, and system hardening.
- Support security across infrastructure and platforms, including Kubernetes, public cloud (AWS), on-prem data centers, CI/CD pipelines, and internal developer platforms.
- Help evaluate and implement protections for AI systems, including defenses against prompt injection, data exfiltration, model and supply-chain risks, and unsafe agent behavior.
- Build and maintain identity and access management, secrets management, and least-privilege authorization for services, devices, and fleet systems.
- Participate in threat modeling, security design reviews, and risk assessments, and partner with engineering teams to address identified issues.
- Help operate vulnerability management, dependency and supply-chain scanning, and secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) tooling and processes.
- Contribute to security detection, logging, monitoring, and incident response across onboard and infrastructure environments.
- Improve security through automation, documentation, testing, and close collaboration with software, platform, and autonomy engineering teams.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- 0-2 years of software engineering, security engineering, or related experience; relevant internships, research, projects, or open-source contributions are welcome
- Programming experience in one or more languages such as Python, Go, Rust, C/C++, or JavaScript/TypeScript
- Foundational understanding of authentication and authorization, networking, operating systems, and common software security vulnerabilities
- Familiarity with Linux and cloud or distributed systems, with an interest in learning how to secure production environments
Preferred Qualifications
- Internship, coursework, project, or hands-on experience in cybersecurity, embedded systems, automotive, IoT, or edge computing
- Familiarity with containers, Kubernetes, AWS, infrastructure as code (Terraform, Pulumi), or CI/CD systems
- Interest in or exposure to AI/LLM security topics such as prompt injection, model supply chain, agent sandboxing, or AI guardrails
- Familiarity with IAM, secrets management, PKI, or zero-trust concepts
- Experience with security tooling such as SAST/DAST, dependency scanning, SBOMs, SIEM, or vulnerability scanners through work, coursework, or personal projects
- Awareness of security standards and frameworks such as ISO/SAE 21434, NIST, OWASP, or SOC 2
- Exposure to threat modeling, incident response, capture-the-flag exercises, security research, or responsible vulnerability disclosure
Company Introduction
At Bot Auto, we are revolutionizing the transportation of goods with our cutting-edge autonomous trucks, enhancing the quality of life for communities around the globe. With the agility of a start-up and the wisdom of seasoned experts, Bot Auto boasts a team that has achieved numerous world-firsts and unparalleled innovations. United by a shared vision, we create miracles and propel the future of transportation. Join us and transform your dreams into reality.
We are seeking a motivated Software Engineer, Security Engineering to help build and operate security across Bot Auto's autonomous trucking stack. The proprietary technology that powers our autonomous driving system is our core intellectual property, and protecting it - along with the safety-relevant systems behind our fleet - is mission critical. In this role, you will work with experienced engineers across onboard (in-vehicle) security as well as infrastructure and platform security. You will contribute to how Bot Auto adopts AI responsibly by helping assess risks in large language models and agentic systems and implementing practical protections. This is a hands-on role with opportunities to learn across the full stack, from the vehicle to the cloud, while building strong foundations in security engineering.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain security controls for onboard (in-vehicle) systems, including secure boot, code signing, secrets and key management, secure over-the-air (OTA) updates, and system hardening.
- Support security across infrastructure and platforms, including Kubernetes, public cloud (AWS), on-prem data centers, CI/CD pipelines, and internal developer platforms.
- Help evaluate and implement protections for AI systems, including defenses against prompt injection, data exfiltration, model and supply-chain risks, and unsafe agent behavior.
- Build and maintain identity and access management, secrets management, and least-privilege authorization for services, devices, and fleet systems.
- Participate in threat modeling, security design reviews, and risk assessments, and partner with engineering teams to address identified issues.
- Help operate vulnerability management, dependency and supply-chain scanning, and secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) tooling and processes.
- Contribute to security detection, logging, monitoring, and incident response across onboard and infrastructure environments.
- Improve security through automation, documentation, testing, and close collaboration with software, platform, and autonomy engineering teams.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- 0-2 years of software engineering, security engineering, or related experience; relevant internships, research, projects, or open-source contributions are welcome
- Programming experience in one or more languages such as Python, Go, Rust, C/C++, or JavaScript/TypeScript
- Foundational understanding of authentication and authorization, networking, operating systems, and common software security vulnerabilities
- Familiarity with Linux and cloud or distributed systems, with an interest in learning how to secure production environments
Preferred Qualifications
- Internship, coursework, project, or hands-on experience in cybersecurity, embedded systems, automotive, IoT, or edge computing
- Familiarity with containers, Kubernetes, AWS, infrastructure as code (Terraform, Pulumi), or CI/CD systems
- Interest in or exposure to AI/LLM security topics such as prompt injection, model supply chain, agent sandboxing, or AI guardrails
- Familiarity with IAM, secrets management, PKI, or zero-trust concepts
- Experience with security tooling such as SAST/DAST, dependency scanning, SBOMs, SIEM, or vulnerability scanners through work, coursework, or personal projects
- Awareness of security standards and frameworks such as ISO/SAE 21434, NIST, OWASP, or SOC 2
- Exposure to threat modeling, incident response, capture-the-flag exercises, security research, or responsible vulnerability disclosure
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Entry Level Security Software Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level security software engineer job?
Employers hiring at this level look for hands-on evidence over years of experience. A portfolio showing secure coding projects, CTF competition results, or a relevant internship gives you a concrete edge. Familiarity with common vulnerability types, secure development practices, and at least one scripting language rounds out a strong entry level application. Certifications like Security+ can also help signal foundational knowledge.
Which companies hire entry level security software engineers?
Companies hiring entry level security software engineers right now include OpenAI, Notion, and SpaceX, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring covers large technology companies, financial institutions, defense contractors, and cybersecurity-focused startups, many of which run structured new grad programs designed to bring junior engineers up to speed quickly.
Are there remote entry level security software engineer jobs?
Yes, though on-site and hybrid roles are also common at this stage. About 13% of entry level security software engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, so candidates willing to consider on-site positions in major tech hubs will see the widest set of openings. Remote-first teams often expect stronger self-directed portfolios from new hires.
Are these new grad security software engineer jobs?
Yes. These listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior security software engineer roles alongside standard entry level postings. A new-grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or academic projects as qualifying background, and does not require prior full-time employment. Look for language like "new grad," "junior," or "0-2 years" as reliable signals.
Which industries hire the most entry level security software engineers?
Entry Level security software engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Science & Research, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they manage large volumes of sensitive data and face recurring regulatory pressure to build security into their software from the earliest stages of development.