Senior Cyber Engineer
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Job Description
Job ID: 3817
Space Dynamics Laboratory is seeking a highly skilled and visionary Cybersecurity Architect/Enterprise Security Engineer to lead the design development and implementation of secure cloud and onpremises architectures for a key Air Force program. This role requires deep technical knowledge handson engineering expertise and strategic thinking to ensure cybersecurity is integrated across infrastructure applications and operations.
You will collaborate across internal teams and stakeholders to drive secure system design manage cyber risk and ensure compliance with federal standards and mission requirements. Ideal candidates will bring a balance of enterprise security design risk assessment cloud security engineering and regulatory compliance experience (e.g. NIST 80053/171).
The Command Control Communications Computers Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) Systems Division delivers missioncritical solutions specializing in cyber operations information architecture strategic deterrence and ISR. Our divisions commitment to innovation and security enables us to provide critical solutions across defense intelligence and national security. Join our team and contribute to the next generation of defense technologies.
- Secure Architecture Design: Leads the design and implementation of secure IT systems in cloud (AWS/Azure) hybrid and onprem environments
- Security Integration: Embed controls such as IAM encryption SDLC security practices and network defense into systems
- Cloud & Network Security: Evaluates and implements tools such as SIEM UEBA EDR vulnerability scanners and PAM systems
- Threat Modeling & Risk Analysis: Identifies vulnerabilities and models threats to guide mitigation and proactive defense strategies
- Compliance & Governance: Ensures adherence to NIST 80053 NIST 800171 ISO 27001 CIS and other relevant frameworks
- Security Documentation: Creates and maintains detailed security architecture diagrams documentation and roadmaps
- Stakeholder Engagement: Translates business requirements into technical specifications and communicates security posture to stakeholders
- Incident Response Support: Aids response teams and contributes to resilience planning and postincident improvements
- Continuous Improvement: Stays ahead of evolving threats and recommends improvements to existing architectures and technologies
Required Qualifications:
- Must be a US citizen with an active US Government Security Clearance
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering Information Security or a related field
- 5 years of handson experience in cybersecurity architecture engineering or cloud security
- Proficiency with cloud environments (AWS preferred Azure acceptable)
- Experience with cybersecurity on government DOD network environments
- Strong knowledge of network security protocols IAM data protection encryption and compliance standards
- Familiarity with secure SDLC infrastructureascode and DevSecOps practices
Preferred Qualifications & Certifications:
- 10 years of handson experience in cybersecurity architecture engineering or cloud security
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
- AWS Certified Security Specialty Azure Security Engineer Associate or equivalent
- Certified Information Security Architect (CITA SABSA or equivalent)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) or Offensive Security certifications (e.g. OSCP) are a plus
- Experience developing and implementing environmentspecific information security policy and procedures for government DOD network environments
- Leadership and project management experience interacting with DOD teams and technically directing cyber engineers
Key Skills & Attributes:
- Strategic and technical thinker with strong problemsolving and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fastpaced collaborative environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills especially with nontechnical stakeholders
- Selfmotivated reliable and able to work independently and crossfunctionally
*Salary Range
Salary commensurate based on education and experience
- $97000$130000
- 510 years of related experience and a BS or 38 years and a MS or 04 years and a PhD
- $120000$160000
- 10 years of related experience and a BS or 8 years and a MS or 4 years and a PhD
This range serves as a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as role level location market conditions and individual qualifications including jobrelated skills experience and relevant education or training. The range displayed in the job advertisement reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries across all US locations. Specific salary details for a candidates preferred location can be provided by the recruiter or HR manager during the hiring process.
Why Join SDL
*SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page to learn more about what we offer.
SDL supports a variety of missions including NASAs vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defenses aim to protect our nation on the ground in the air and in space. Our sensors satellites software systems and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions youve heard of and others that you havent. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.
At SDL we uphold a culture of respect collaboration empowerment and accountability. We listen with open minds seek to understand diverse perspectives and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge involving others and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership act with integrity and be accountable. Above all we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.
For questions assistance or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program please contact
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
