Military Fellowship Program: Cybersecurity Engineer

SNC's Military Fellowship Program partners with programs such as SkillBridge and Hiring Our Heroes to provide fellowship opportunities to service members transitioning to the civilian workforce. These fellowships include up to six months of on-the-job industry training for eligible service members. During this time, participants gain valuable work experience in the civilian sector and build professional networks as they prepare for their transition to full-time civilian work.

NOTE: You must be currently serving on active duty to be eligible for this fellowship program. This program is not for veterans who have already separated from the military.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations - with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement secure operating systems and network architectures.
• Perform detailed risk and vulnerability assessments on IT systems.
• Lead incident response efforts including advanced digital forensics and loss prevention.
• Manage and optimize security monitoring tools and systems.
• Develop and enforce security controls and policies.
• Research, evaluate, and implement new security tools and technologies.
• Document and report security incidents to management.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on best practices.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Currently serving as ACTIVE DUTY military and be eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Network Engineering, Information Technology or related Engineering field of study.
• 2+ years of experience in a related role.
• Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 6 years of related experience is required.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and network architectures.
• Experience with security monitoring and assessment tools.
• Knowledge of data security administration principles, methods, and techniques.
• Understanding of domain structures, user authentication, and digital signatures.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Hands-on experience with advanced security tools like Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Intrusion Detection System (IDS)/Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), and firewalls.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Information Systems Security Manager Certified Authorization Professional (ISSM CAP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) Certification.
• Information Systems Security Engineer Certified Authorization Professional (ISSE CAP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional-Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (CISSP-ISSEP) Certification.
• Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) Security+, Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) Certification.
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE), Linux, and/or Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security Certification.
• Proven track record of maintaining the confidentiality of high-sensitivity projects and data.
• Ability to perform critical-incident response.
• Knowledge of DoD, government contracting and/or public auditing, policies, standards, and procedures.
• Proven track record of maintaining the confidentiality of high-sensitivity projects and data.
• Ability to read and interpret security and technical documentation.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to travel as needed.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.