Senior System Security Engineer
Core
Design and implement comprehensive cybersecurity architecture and security measures to protect information, network infrastructure, and computer systems against cyber threats.
Role type
Senior System Security Engineer
Builds
Secure platforms and systems-of-systems
Domain
Defense, space exploration, cybersecurity
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Systems engineering, cybersecurity architecture, security strategy design, security requirements definition, security infrastructure configuration, security monitoring, risk identification, mitigation strategy development, technical reporting, mentorship
Preferred skills
Full life-cycle systems engineering, secured system design, program protection planning, STIG development, supply chain risk management, cryptographic key management, R&D proposal writing
Technologies
DOORS, MATLAB, Python
Responsibilities
Develop and execute security measures to protect information and network infrastructure; Design computer security strategy and engineer comprehensive cybersecurity architecture; Identify, define, and document system security requirements; Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain security infrastructure software and hardware; Monitor systems for irregular behavior and set up preventive measures; Plan, develop, implement, and update information security strategy; Educate and train staff on security best practices; Lead tasks while tracking priorities, scope, cost, and schedule; Derive plans to solve complex problems across the program lifecycle; Identify program/system-level technical risks and develop mitigation strategies; Mentor less experienced engineers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities