Senior Cyber Systems Engineer

Senior Cyber Systems Engineer

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or certification in cybersecurity, or equivalent industry experience
• Experience with space systems cyber standards including CNSSP-12, NCSDMO-8, CNSSI-4003, CNSSI-4005 and NIST 800-53
• 10+ years experience in Space systems command and data handling systems
• Knowledgeable of cyber security strategies and practices within the National Security Space industry
• Active TS/SCI Clearance
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Responsibilities

• Planning and configuring network topologies and protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, routing protocols)
• Use outcome-driven metrics and key performance indicators to measure cybersecurity effectiveness and drive improvements and efficiencies.
• Assess compliance using monitoring technologies and regular audits and reviews, identifying areas of non-compliance and recommending corrective actions.
• Documenting space vehicle network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and supporting evidence of compliance.
• Support policies and procedures maintenance aligned with in-scope security frameworks, regulations, and internal standards to manage identified risks effectively.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities across the in-space systems mission area, analyzing their impact and likelihood of occurrence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with National Security Space missions and USG acquisition offices and authorities
• Experience with AI and modern cyber security implementations
• Experience with implementing security products and designs in OSI layers 2 & 3