Cybersecurity Engineer

Amentum


Job Location:

Houston, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: Yesterday
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Are you passionate about human space exploration understanding the origins of the universe and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference If you are we need you!

We need your talent teamwork and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision shape and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASAs pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASAs largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for aCybersecurity Engineerto join the JETSII Contract!

TheCybersecurity Engineerwill:

  • Conduct cyber threat modeling identifying critical trust boundaries and correlating them to risk based on adversarial tactics and techniques.
  • Perform gap analysis and risk-based assessment using NASA risk management plan to derive potential risks due to cyber threats and system vulnerabilities
  • Develop briefing material regarding cybersecurity and cyber operations activities with an ability to articulate information at a senior leader level (SES civil servant)
  • Collaborate across agency to engage system security efforts for both terrestrial and space-based assets which includes the use of hybrid government-commercial industry technologies
  • Be responsible for system design requirements from programmatic to technical level including verification and validation details
  • Provide engineering analysis and technical consultation for the development design testing and evaluation of spacecraft systems software hardware and cybersecurity.
  • Provide technical guidance oversight and resolution of issues related to Multiple-System Domains (Software and Networks) for NASA projects and programs.
  • Perform cybersecurity impact assessments.
  • Communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
  • Coordinate with external organizations to perform cybersecurity remediation.
  • Operate successfully in a fast paced cyber systems environment supporting rapid evaluation for Cybersecurity related Risks.
  • Demonstrate strong customer focus effective communication skills and the ability to work in a dynamic schedule - driven environment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requisition Qualifications:

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidates experience requirements and business needs we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

  • Typically requires a bachelors degree or equivalent certification in a related area and a minimum of 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
  • Eligibility for U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance.
  • Experience developing data flow diagrams
  • Experience using MITRE ATT&CK Aerospace SPARTA D3FEND or similar frameworks for analyzing cyber tactics and techniques or similar threat analysis frameworks
  • Experience developing cyber threat models for assessing systems
  • Experience with risk management frameworks and assessing cyber risk
  • Familiarity with anomaly detection and response systems like SIEM
  • Experience presenting cyber operations/technologies briefs to non-technical and technical audiences
  • Experience in Avionics Electrical or Software Systems design and development.
  • Experience performing cybersecurity impact assessments and remediation.
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity controls and requirements such as NIST SP 800 - 53: Recommended Security Controls for Federal Information Systems
  • Experience with network design network management tools IT security and network troubleshooting techniques.
  • Familiarity with commercial products used in computer networking technology.
  • Excellent communication negotiation and coordination skills with a strong customer service mindset

Requisition Preferences:

  • Familiarity with AI/ML as it pertains to AI-security
  • Experience with Kali Linux Metasploit Wireshark and other similar security tools
  • Familiarity with NPR 7150.2D and CLD-REQ-1130 especially as it relates to cybersecurity for software.
  • Experience developing systems requirements including verification and validation details
  • Familiarity with CCSDS for space communications
  • Knowledge of NASA NPR 2810.1A: Security of Information Technology
  • CompTIA Security - Baseline DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II
  • Thorough understanding of computer networking technologies including IEEE 802.3 (Ethernet) standards.
  • Experience with hardware and software integration.
  • Experience in cybersecurity planning auditing and vulnerability scanning.
  • Experience with avionics cybersecurity system maintenance (e.g. disabling services implementing countermeasures intrusion detection firewall configuration).
  • Experience with spacecraft avionics networks and flight software analysis.
  • Experience applying computer network technology in space systems.
  • Familiarity with ARINC 664 Part 7 Aircraft Data Network
  • Familiarity with SAE AS6802 Time - Triggered Ethernet Standard

Why Join Our Team

In addition to exciting career opportunities we also have:

  • Excellent personal and professional career growth
  • 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off) when applicable
  • Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
  • Much much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC) please visit

  • Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
  • Must be able tocomplete a U.S. government background investigation.
  • Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally an office environment but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC telephone printer etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

#JETS #JETSII

Compensation Details:

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The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities education experience skills internal equity market data applicable collective bargaining agreements and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health dental and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Parental leave

  • Employee stock purchase plan

  • Tax-saving options

  • Disability and life insurance

  • Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type location and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) the McNamara-OHara Service Contract Act (SCA) or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

06/08/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race sex sexual orientation pregnancy (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or medical conditions related to pregnancy childbirth or breastfeeding) age ancestry United States military or veteran status color religion creed marital or domestic partner status medical condition genetic information national origin citizenship status low-income status or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation or any other protected category under federal state or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language atLabor Laws Posters.


Required Experience:

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