Systems Engineer
Core
Design, engineer, and support complex computer, network, and cybersecurity systems for the NEXRAD radar network and federal information systems.
Role type
Systems Engineer (Cybersecurity & Infrastructure)
Builds
Radar network computer systems, telecommunications infrastructure, and security configurations for the National Weather Service
Domain
Federal Government / Meteorology / Cybersecurity
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure
Required skills
System design, network infrastructure management, cybersecurity principles, vulnerability management, system hardening, risk mitigation, technical writing, Linux administration, TCP/IP networking
Preferred skills
NIST RMF knowledge, ISSO/ISSM support experience, security assessment tools, federal government systems experience, radar/telecom systems experience
Technologies
Red Hat Enterprise Linux, TCP/IP, IPv4, IPv6, NAT, firewalls, ACLs
Responsibilities
Provide system design, engineering analysis, and technical support for complex computer, network, and cybersecurity systems supporting the NEXRAD radar network. Support cybersecurity and information assurance activities for federal information systems. Assist ISSOs and ISSMs with security compliance, documentation, and continuous monitoring activities. Perform technical analysis of hardware, software, and network changes to evaluate operational and security impacts. Support vulnerability identification, remediation tracking, and implementation of corrective actions. Assist in the development and maintenance of secure baseline system configurations in accordance with NOAA and federal cybersecurity requirements. Conduct feasibility, cost/benefit, and alternatives analyses for system modifications and product improvement initiatives. Develop technical documentation including design documents, configuration management artifacts, security documentation, implementation plans, and technical reports. Collaborate with engineering, operations, telecommunications, and cybersecurity personnel to ensure system reliability, maintainability, and compliance. Participate in system integration, testing, validation, and troubleshooting activities. Support security assessments, audits, and accreditation activities. Analyze system performance, identify deficiencies, and recommend technical solutions to improve system effectiveness and security posture.
Seniority
Mid-level IC