Technology

Offensive Security Engineer

SAICChantilly🇺🇸United States

Why this role stands out

Take your career to the next level by shaping the cybersecurity resilience of critical satellite systems in this high-impact, mission-critical role at the NRO. This position is perfect for a security-minded engineer who thrives in collaborative environments and wants to influence the future of national space communication infrastructure through advanced testing and strategic technical advisory. Apply today to leverage your expertise and grow alongside a world-class team of professionals dedicated to securing our nation's most vital technologies.

Quick overview

SeniorityMid Senior

Work modeOn Site

LocationChantilly, United States

Risk Management

Job description

SAIC is seeking a Communications Systems Engineer to act as Offensive Security Engineer to provide onsite systems engineering and technical advisory (SETA) services in support of an SAIC Prime Program at the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) in Chantilly, VA.

The Offensive Security Engineer will support a Government customer with multiple satellite systems, both on-orbit and in development. They will also support communication systems, network, and crypto acquisition activities for multiple major satellite programs.

Note: An active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Poly is required to be considered for this role

Job Responsibilities to include:

Support the System Program Office (SPO) in an acquisition capacity for planning, execution, monitoring, and oversight of communication, network, and crypto acquisitions.
Build, automate, and execute testing frameworks and security assessments. Help resolve red/blue team findings. Improve cybersecurity posture against evolving threats.
Develop documents and briefings to communicate work or study status, briefs Government and industry as required
Support Contract Officer Technical Representatives (COTRs) and Developers by coordinating with other acquisition domain SMEs and program stakeholders to develop, modify, and maintain contract documentation
Review Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables to ensure content, accuracy, and sufficiency to meet program requirements and objectives
Participate in program reviews and technical interchange meetings between developers and COTR
Travel is required and may occur once a month.

Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and four (4) years or more experience.

Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Poly 
Experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and information security policies and standards
Understanding and experience within how space communication, network, and crypto systems are designed, specified, developed, manufactured, and tested
Familiarity with NRO organization, processes, and satellite systems.
Available to travel up to 25% domestically

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