Systems Security Engineer II

Are you passionate about creating and managing for highly complex systems? Join our team! As a Systems Security Engineer II, you will take on a more advanced role in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure IT systems and networks. You will be involved in complex incident responses, advanced digital forensics, and thorough vulnerability assessments.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement secure IT systems and networks.

• Perform advanced security monitoring and tuning.

• Lead incident response efforts and conduct in-depth digital forensics.

• Conduct comprehensive risk and vulnerability assessments.

• Develop and enforce security controls and protocols.

• Research and implement new security tools and technologies.

• Document and analyze security breaches and their impact.

• Contribute to the development and refinement of security policies and procedures.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Security, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or related Engineering discipline.

• 2+ years of experience in IT security or a related field.

• Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 6 years of related experience is required.

• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience. 

• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices.

• Experience with security frameworks and standards such as National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), ISO 27001.

• Current/Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• ISSE CAP Certification.

• Information System Security Officer (ISSO) Security+, Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) Certification.

• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE), Linux, and/or Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security Certification.

• Experience with security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software.

• Experience in the aerospace or defense industry.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to work primarily at a computer for extended periods.

• Capability to participate in on-call rotation for incident response.

• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.

• Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.

• Occasional travel may be required.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $94,345.12 - $129,724.54. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.