Senior Cybersecurity Specialist (EMSS)

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms ground soldier and maritime systems in 50 locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science signal processing data fusion artificial intelligence (AI) machine learning (ML) and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ USs dedicated experts in defense aerospace security and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter Security Forces and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives disciplines and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex our diverse and inclusive environment you can be authentic feel valued be respected and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Join us in our support to the US Space Force (HQ USSF) Commercial Satellite Communication (COMSATCOM) Office (CSCO) where you will help shape the future of assured resilient SATCOM for our warfighters and mission partners. As a key member of a highly collaborative mission-focused team you will apply your expertise to help deliver innovative commercial SATCOM capabilities integrate a transformative COMSATCOM business model into the broader SATCOM enterprise and translate complex operational needs into effective affordable this role you will work directly with COMSATCOM customers and stakeholders providing trusted guidance insightful analysis and clear recommendations that drive real-world impact in a rapidly evolving space domain. Job duties include:

• Lead cybersecurity efforts for commercial narrowband SATCOM environments including satellite communications links ground systems mission applications and associated enterprise interfaces.
• Develop maintain and assess cybersecurity requirements architectures and control implementations for secure voice data and command-and-control services.
• Perform risk assessments security control validation and gap analyses using the NIST Cybersecurity Framework functions of Identify Protect Detect Respond and Recover.
• Support RMF lifecycle activities including security documentation assessment artifacts authorization packages and ongoing compliance reporting.
• Ensure systems comply with applicable STIGs SCAP requirements audit logging standards vulnerability-management processes and customer security policies.
• Monitor cybersecurity posture across narrowband-related systems; conduct vulnerability identification remediation tracking and validation of corrective actions.
• Protect mission systems against threats relevant to satellite operations including spoofing interception malicious code unauthorized commands jamming and denial-of-service conditions.
• Coordinate incident response and recovery for cyber events affecting satellite service delivery network integrity or mission assurance.
• Review system designs interfaces and configuration baselines to ensure secure segmentation encryption authentication and least-privilege access.
• Collaborate with systems engineers network engineers ISSMs mission operators and program managers to integrate cybersecurity early in the lifecycle including design development operations and sustainment.
• Prepare technical reports POA&Ms briefing materials and status updates for leadership and customer stakeholders.

• Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity Information Systems Computer Science Engineering or related field; equivalent experience may be substituted depending on contract requirements.
• Secret Clearance Required. #qinetiqclearedjob
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant cybersecurity experience including work in Department of War (DoW) federal aerospace SATCOM or mission-critical communications environments.
• Demonstrated experience with RMF eMASS A&A documentation STIG implementation SCAP audit logging and vulnerability management.
• Knowledge of satellite communications security concepts including protection of command links telemetry data in transit and ground-segment interfaces.
• Familiarity with NIST CSF NIST 800-series guidance and DoW cybersecurity policy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate technical risk into mission and operational impacts.
• Ability to support on-site client meetings within the National Capital Region.

• Narrowband MILSATCOM commercial SATCOM tactical communications or protected mobile communications support experience.
• Experience securing mission systems that rely on encrypted communications dedicated gateways and resilient global service delivery.
• Background in incident response or cyber defense for distributed operational technology mobile communications or contested communications environments where jamming and spoofing are relevant risks.
• Certification such as Security CISSP or other DoD 8140/8570-aligned credential.

The salary range for this role is $115000- $165000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. QinetiQ US considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role function and associated responsibilities a candidates work experience location education/training and key skills.

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please send an e-mail to or call Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race age color religion creed sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected Veteran status.