Systems Engineer SME (Subject Matter Expert)
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Job Location:
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 154050 - 278475
Posted on:
9 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Join Leidos and Shape the Future of Cybersecurity Innovation
Leidos a FORTUNE 500 company is a global leader in delivering innovative technology solutions to customers in national security engineering and health industries. At Leidos we are driven by a commitment to excellence empowering our teams contributing to our communities and operating sustainably. Guided by our Mission Vision and Values we are dedicated to doing the right thing for our customers our people and the world.
We are seeking a highly qualified and trained Systems Engineer SME to join our Digital Modernization Sector and support the groundbreaking CYBERTRON Program at Aberdeen Proving Grounds MD. This program is at the forefront of research and development (R&D) and engineering services for the U.S. Army delivering cutting- edge solutions to combat emerging cyber threats and advance the capabilities of Army technologies. As a key member of the leadership team you will play a pivotal role in driving innovation and ensuring mission success
Why Join Us
Impactful Work: Be part of a team that develops secure modern technology solutions to protect national security and defeat cyber threats.
Leadership Opportunity: Serve as a key leader mentor and technical expert shaping the future of Army technologies.
Collaborative Environment: Work alongside talented professionals in a dynamic and innovative setting.
Professional Growth: Leverage your expertise while advancing your career through challenging and rewarding projects
Your Role and Responsibilities As a Cyber Security Engineer SME
Develop and implement R&D strategies aligned with the U.S. Army C5ISR mission objectives.
Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies and methodologies to drive innovation.
Monitor industry trends to identify opportunities for advancement.
Lead mentor and inspire the R&D team fostering technical excellence and career development.
Oversee all aspects of R&D projects ensuring alignment with DoD Cyber Security Strategy and architecture requirements.
Technical planning system hardware-software-network design development and integration verification and validation and fielding.
Evaluate alternatives including cost and risk supportability and analyses for total systems.
Duties include performing systems requirements analysis functional analysis timeline analysis trade studies requirements allocation and interface definition technical management integration system testing and quality assurance.
Collaborate with customer stakeholders functional leaders subcontractors and support personnel to achieve program goals.
Basic Qualifications
20 years of NSA certification experience coupled with extensive expertise in COMSEC and secure device design. Key qualifications include: Subject Matter Expertise (SME): Recognized SME in COMSEC and certification across a width breadth of link radio and IP families. Transmission Security (TRANSEC): Proven ability to conduct comprehensive TRANSEC needs assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies. Crypto Modernization: 20 years of experience in cryptographic modernization initiatives.
Expertise in Cryptographic Modernization (CM1 ACC CM2) strategy policy and best practices.
Extensive experience with Electronic Key Management System (EKMS) at all tiers and Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) including Over-The-Net Keying (OTNK).
Bachelors degree in engineering computer science electronics engineering or a related technical discipline
Appropriate DoD 8750 certification (Security or higher).
Familiarity with Government security policies and security-related technologies and auditing tools.
U.S. Citizenship and possession of a TS/SCI Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in heterogeneous computer networking technology and work in protocol and/or interface standards specification.
Experience supporting Army programs
Clearance Required:
Must possess an active DoD TS/SCI at time of consideration
If youre looking for comfort keep scrolling. At Leidos we outthink outbuild and outpace the status quo because the mission demands it. Were not hiring followers. Were recruiting the ones who disrupt provoke and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. Were already at step 30 and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
February 2 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $154050.00 - $278475.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Databases
- System Design
- Cybersecurity
- System Architecture
- Intelligence Experience
- Military Experience
- Requirements Gathering
- Joint Operations
- Curriculum Development
- DoD Experience
- FISMA
- Ant
About Company
Leidos is an innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. Our 47,000 employees collaborate to create smarter technology solutions for customers in these critical markets.
