Sr. Systems Engineer — Cryptographic Modernization

Senior Systems Engineer - Cryptographic Modernization
Washington, DC / Northern Virginia

Blu Omega is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to support a high-visibility cryptographic modernization program supporting the OSD CIO and Department of War-wide migration toward post-quantum cryptography. This role operates within a hybrid environment and is responsible for systems analysis, requirements development, modernization assessments, technical documentation, and enterprise advisory activities. The position requires experience supporting secure systems, cryptographic modernization, or related cyber modernization efforts within a mission-driven environment.

Program Overview
This program supports Department-wide systems, platforms, networks, and portfolios, collaborating with organizations such as DISA, NSA, USCYBERCOM, and OSD. It offers long-term potential with multiple option years, supporting critical cryptographic modernization initiatives.

Key Details

• Location: 1400 Defense Pentagon, Washington, DC (Hybrid, onsite support up to 3 days/week)
• Clearance: Active Top Secret Clearance Required

Responsibilities

• Conduct secure systems engineering analysis across Department of War platforms, systems, and networks
• Develop, evaluate, and document technical and system requirements
• Support post-quantum cryptography migration and crypto-agility planning
• Analyze technical, operational, and programmatic impacts of cryptographic modernization
• Prepare technical assessments, reports, and requirements documentation
• Support technical baseline development and configuration activities
• Contribute to interoperability, verification, and validation efforts
• Support research, engineering analysis, and solution optimization
• Evaluate secure systems against applicable standards, policies, and compliance requirements
• Coordinate with stakeholders across OSD, DISA, NSA, USCYBERCOM, and other Department of War components
• Support technical working groups, program reviews, and government forums
• Provide engineering support to senior technical leaders and government stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of related systems engineering experience
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline
• Active Top Secret security clearance
• Experience supporting DoD or federal national-security environments
• Demonstrated experience with secure systems engineering and implementation
• Experience developing, analyzing, or validating technical requirements
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills
• Ability to communicate technical issues clearly to stakeholders
• Ability to operate independently and contribute to complex deliverables

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cryptographic modernization or enterprise cryptographic migration
• Exposure to post-quantum cryptography transition planning or crypto-agility
• COMSEC or secure-communications experience
• Experience with Key Management Infrastructure (KMI/KME)
• Experience with enterprise cryptographic inventory, discovery, or capability assessments
• Secure communications, C4ISR, or cyber modernization experience
• Experience supporting OSD, DISA, NSA, USCYBERCOM, or other Department of War components
• Experience with interoperability, verification, and validation activities
• Support for technical working groups or senior government stakeholders

Compensation
Pay Range: $160/hr - $210/hr
Final compensation is based on technical skills, experience, education, certifications, and clearance.

Blu Omega Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage through national providers
• 401(k) with company match (eligible after 6 months; vesting applies)
• Company-paid Life and AD&D insurance with voluntary options
• Short-term and long-term disability options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 support and mental health resources
• Telehealth and virtual care options
• Pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and federal holidays
• Wellness programs, discounts, and lifestyle benefits

Company Overview
Blu Omega is a Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) delivering technology and cybersecurity solutions to federal agencies and enterprise clients nationwide. Headquartered in Ashburn, VA, we support mission-critical programs across civilian and defense sectors, including health, national security, and regulatory environments. We partner with government agencies and large integrators to provide expertise in cybersecurity operations, cloud and infrastructure modernization, data and analytics, and enterprise IT support. Our teams operate within federal contracting environments, supporting task orders, recompetes, and programs requiring cleared personnel and compliant delivery.

Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

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