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System Security Engineer I

Broomfield, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
BAE Systems is an international defense, aerospace, and security company providing advanced technologies, products, and services for government and commercial customers. The System Security Engineer I will support cybersecurity engineering, security requirements, secure system design, and Assessment and Authorization activities for space and mission systems programs.
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Responsibilities

  • Assist in maintaining and promoting a comprehensive and holistic cybersecurity engineering view while addressing stakeholder security risks and concerns through the application of systems engineering skills
  • Design and develop detailed cyber security designs using recognized practices such as Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and processes
  • Identify, review, and define cyber security requirements that enable technical Architects / Systems Engineers and SMEs the ability to secure hardware and software products
  • Create a culture of Security that implements security from the beginning of a programs development and supports the implementation of security by default
  • Participate in the development, review, and advisement of programs on the engineering design, development, and deployment of secure ground systems, networks, and applications, aligning secure implementation across the mission acquisition lifecycle
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate cybersecurity into system design and development
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies and applying this knowledge to improve system security
  • Contribute to the security planning, assessment, risk analysis, risk management, Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities for system and network operations
  • Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment
  • Perform other duties as necessary

Qualification

Required

  • BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required
  • A current, active Top Secret security clearance is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI
  • CompTIA Security+ CE certification
  • Knowledge of information security principles, practices, technologies, and standards, including NIST Standards (800-37, 800-53), DISA STIGs, and CIS benchmarks
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps concepts and software security engineering principles
  • Familiarity with MBSE tools such as SysML, UML, or similar
  • Willingness to assist in the planning and establishing of technical baselines and derived requirements with or without customer specifications for proposals and on programs containing information systems
  • Foundational knowledge of systems engineering and cybersecurity engineering disciplines in the Aerospace and Defense industry
  • Effective communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
  • Willingness to be hands-on and work in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

  • CASP CE, CSSLP, or CISSP certifications
  • Familiarization with Cloud-based security solutions, AWS preferred
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity design principles applicable to ground systems and cryptographic devices

Benefits

  • For regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week: health, dental, and vision insurance
  • For regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week: health savings accounts
  • For regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week: a 401(k) savings plan
  • For regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week: disability coverage
  • For regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week: life and accident insurance
  • For regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week: an employee assistance program
  • For regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week: a legal plan
  • Employee discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid military leave
  • Paid bereavement leave
  • Applicable federal and state sick leave
  • Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
  • Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics
  • Temporary employees can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan
  • Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits
  • Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for the employee assistance program
  • Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for business travel accident insurance
BAE Systems is an aerospace, defence, and information security company that provides advanced and technology-led solutions.
Glassdoor
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Founded in 1999
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10001+ employees
http://www.baesystems.com
BAE Systems is an aerospace, defence, and information security company that provides advanced and technology-led solutions.
Glassdoor
3.7
Founded in 1999
London, England, GBR
10001+ employees
http://www.baesystems.com