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Job Description
The Cybersecurity Systems Engineer will lead high-assurance cybersecurity activities, guide systems engineering across development and testing, and support DoD Certification and Accreditation processes on a mission-critical Information Assurance program.
Location
Linthicum Heights, MD (onsite)
Compensation
USD 87,100 - 157,450 per year
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the development and evaluation of key systems engineering documentation
- Systems Engineering Plans
- Initial Capabilities Documents
- Requirements Specifications
- Security requirements and security test documentation
- Provide technical leadership across system development, integration, and testing activities
- Lead requirements elicitation, analysis, and functional allocation efforts
- Conduct systems requirements reviews and perform both technical and non-technical assessments
- Support planning and test analysis for the DoD Certification & Accreditation process and other Government C&A processes
- Perform high-assurance cybersecurity evaluation activities for devices undergoing certification
- Review and assess security artifacts to ensure compliance with stringent security requirements
- Clearly document security deficiencies and provide actionable recommendations
- Translate vulnerability insights into practical risk mitigation guidance
- Recommend improvements to requirements, processes, and templates to strengthen overall security posture
- Collaborate across teams and participate in security-focused meetings and technical reviews
Requirements
- 7 years of Systems Engineering experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related field
- Five additional years of Systems Engineering experience may substitute for a degree
- Strong background in Information Assurance and/or Cryptographic systems
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Experience working in collaborative team environments and leading small technical teams
- Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Health and Wellness programs
- Income Protection
- Paid Leave
- Retirement
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