Senior Systems Security Engineer

Cape Fox subsidiary, Saxman One, LLC is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Systems Engineer to join our team in support of a federal government client. This position requires advanced expertise in systems engineering, integration, and lifecycle management across complex enterprise IT environments. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical and analytical skills, with the ability to design, implement, and sustain secure, reliable, and scalable systems in alignment with mission requirements. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring system interoperability, cybersecurity compliance, and operational effectiveness by developing technical solutions, managing configurations, and optimizing performance in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) and Navy standards. This role requires proactive problem-solving, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and the ability to deliver results in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This position is contingent upon the award. Incumbents are encouraged to apply!

The salary range (or hiring range) for this exempt position is: $150,000 - $185,000

The above salary range represents the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. In addition, we offer a variety of benefits, including company holidays, paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, as well as a 401K with company match. This job will be posted until filled or withdrawn.

Core Duties:

• Support the development, evaluation, and implementation of Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) cybersecurity policies, controls, and procedures in accordance with DoD and Navy RMF requirements
• Apply knowledge of system security engineering principles throughout the engineering lifecycle, including cryptography, access control, and risk management
• Develop and implement security measures for systems, networks, and data to protect against threats
• Conduct comprehensive security control assessments to ensure system compliance with applicable cybersecurity frameworks, DISA STIGs, and organizational policies
• Prepare, document, and maintain Risk Management Framework (RMF) packages and associated artifacts throughout all RMF steps to support system accreditation and continuous monitoring
• Coordinate and facilitate the approval-to-operate (ATO) process by preparing required documentation, addressing findings, and ensuring timely submission to Authorizing Officials (AOs)
• Implement and maintain system security postures, including technical safeguards, access controls, configuration management, and vulnerability mitigation strategies
• Provide subject matter expertise (SME) in Information Assurance (IA) and cybersecurity lifecycle management, supporting system owners, ISSMs, and other stakeholders throughout the RMF process
• Collaborate with cross-functional technical teams and Government cybersecurity personnel to identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and ensure compliance across classified and unclassified systems
• Develop and maintain detailed security documentation, including CONOPS, SSPs, POA&Ms, PPS lists, and other required artifacts supporting system authorization and audits
• Participate in security reviews, technical working groups, and change control boards, providing technical recommendations and risk assessments for proposed system modifications

Travel Requirements

0 - 10%

Job Requirements

• Six (6) years of professional experience in relation to IT security with the DoD or Navy
• Experience with vulnerability analysis, risk analysis, SCAP scans, DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) implementation, scanning for viruses, and other detrimental software
• Qualified experience in the accreditation of systems and audits
• Conducts and leads TEMPEST testing using the approved test plan, the production test procedures, and the current National TEMPEST Standard
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are crucial for collaborating with various stakeholders
• Must hold a Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline
• Must have Information Assurance Technical Level III certification
• Must hold an active Top Secret clearance
• Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986

Cape Fox Corporation, its subsidiaries, and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities to all persons and prohibit employment decisions on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Cape Fox Corporation, its subsidiaries, and affiliates offer preference to Cape Fox Corporation Shareholders, descendants, and other Native Americans pursuant to Public Law 100-241.

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Category

Information Technology

Location

Dahlgren - NSWC - Dahlgren, VA 22448 US (Primary)

Education

Bachelor's Degree