Secret Cyber Systems Engineer

This position requires a U.S. Secret Security clearance and is willing to pay between $130,000-$195,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

We are seeking a Lead Cyber Systems Engineer (Defense Acquisition) to technically guide two fast-paced programs through the entire systems engineering and acquisition lifecycles. You will provide direct support to the program’s Assistant Program Managers (APMs), taking responsibility for the successful execution of the programs' technical scope. You will lead the effort to architect, design, and mature both systems through all phases of the systems engineering lifecycle, while ensuring that Program Protection—including Anti-Tamper (AT), Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM), and Critical Program Information (CPI) safeguards are engineered into the design.

A successful candidate will be adept at assessing and mitigating system security threats/risks as an integral part of the engineering process, not as a separate function. While you will assist the ISSM/ISSO with Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities, your primary focus will be on upfront engineering and program execution

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Bachelor's Degree in an engineering, computer science, or related technical field.
At least 5 years of Cyber Systems Engineering experience specifically on DoW programs
Demonstrated experience serving as a technical lead guiding a defense program through formal SETR gates (specifically PDR and CDR) and major DoW Milestone decisions, including direct experience translating JCIDS requirements into system-level specifications and managing requirements traceability.
Possess DoD 8570 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level III Certification.
Must hold and maintain an Active Department of War (DoW) Secret Clearance.

Master’s degree in systems engineering or a related technical field.
Experience serving as a Systems Engineer in a military acquisition program office.
Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools (e.g., Cameo, Magic Draw)
Familiarity with the DoD’s Authority to Operate (ATO) process and its relationship with systems engineering milestones

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.