System Security Engineer II

Broomfield, CO

Full-time

Onsite

$79K/yr - $135K/yr

Entry Level

BAE Systems is a defense, aerospace, and security company serving national security missions across air, land, maritime, space, and cyber. The System Security Engineer II provides security engineering support by managing cyber requirements, validating technical security implementations, supporting authorization efforts, and developing program protection and security assurance plans.

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Responsibilities

Support a comprehensive and holistic Systems Security Engineering (SSE) view while addressing stakeholder security risks and concerns through the application of Systems Engineering skills
Support detailed cyber security designs using recognized practices such as Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and processes
Support the identification, review, and define cyber security requirements that enable technical Architects / Systems Engineers and SMEs the ability to secure hardware and software products
Enable a culture of security that implements security from the beginning of a program’s development and supports the implementation of security by default
Ensure the effectiveness and suitability of the security elements within the systems as an enabler to mission success
Develop, review, and recommend security policy, guidance, training, and best practices that align its implementation across the mission acquisition lifecycle
Support briefings to senior leadership and SMEs on program protection and security policy, guidance, and expectation in the area of SSE
Support the development of Program Protection Implementation Plans (PPIPs), Anti-Tamper Plans (AT Plan) and other program protection designs in accordance with DoW Anti-Tamper Technical Implementation Guide (AT TIG)
Collaborate on the development and execution of an SSE Plan containing a path to creating Threat Countermeasure Tree Analysis
Efficiently learn new subjects / techniques / software, without, necessarily, the assistance of others
Write clear and concise reports
Support other tasks and areas of subject matter expertise, to include the Trusted & Assured Microelectronics (T&AM) program, Anti-Tamper, and Software Security Assurance, with Design Engineering subject matter expertise as required
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 plus 2 or more years related experience
Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education
DoW 8570 / DoW 8140 compliant security certification
In addition to the typical educational and experience requirements, the successful candidate must possess a demonstrated capability to adequately perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position and to exhibit the skills and competencies of the grade level
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, strong written, communication, oral presentations skills, and ability to lead group discussions
Department of Defense (DoW) / Intelligence Community (IC) experience – basic understanding of how engineering and security work within the DoW / IC
Proven work experience implementing SSE solutions
Basic understanding of firmware, gateware, and software
Previous experience developing threat analysis
Have a track record of highly collaborative working skills in a team environment
Applicants selected will be subject to a Government Security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access

Preferred

Previous experience in the field of Cybersecurity
Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experience
Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) experience
A current DoW Secret or TS security clearance is desired
CASP CE, CSSLP, CISSP, or ISSEP certifications
Familiarization with Cloud-based security solutions, AWS preferred
Knowledge of cybersecurity design principles applicable to Space Vehicles
Knowledge of cybersecurity design principles applicable to embedded systems
Knowledge of the Space Attack Research and Tactic Analysis (SPARTA) matrix
2 or more years of continuous, related, progressive experience in the Systems Security Engineering (SSE) discipline is desired
Experience with the MITRE ATT&CK Framework
Familiarization with US Space Force cybersecurity policy, processes, and requirements

Benefits

For regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week: health insurance
For regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week: dental insurance
For regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week: 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
Employee assistance program
Legal plan
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
Company recognition program with monetary or non-monetary recognition awards