Cybersecurity Engineer I

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Sparks (NV)

On-site

USD 74,581 - 92,226

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leader in aerospace and national security located in Sparks, NV, is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer I to manage IT security systems and conduct risk assessments. This entry-level role requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and offers opportunities for further education and certifications. A generous benefits package is included, such as medical and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

0 - 2 years of relevant experience in IT or cybersecurity.
Higher-level degree may substitute for experience.
Ability to read and interpret security policies.

Responsibilities

Design, test, and implement secure information systems.
Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments.
Enhance technical future-facing cybersecurity skills.

Skills

Basic understanding of data security administration

Familiarity with domain structures and user authentication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or related Engineering discipline

Tools

ISSM CAP, CISSP, or CISM Certification

ISSO Security+, CISA, or CASP+ Certification

MCSE, Linux, and/or CCNP Security Certification

Job description

Join to apply for the Cybersecurity Engineer I role at Sierra Nevada Corporation

Do you have a passion for continuous process improvement and a background in the IT field? We have a great opportunity for you! As a Cybersecurity Engineer I, you will learn the skills and expertise to design, test, and implement our secure operating systems, networks, security monitoring, and tuning. You'll be responsible for the management of our IT security systems and applications, data loss prevention, conducting risk and vulnerability assessments, and developing and implementing security controls. You'll research, evaluate, and recommend new security tools, techniques, and technologies in alignment with our IT security strategy and introduce them to the enterprise.

As SNC's corporate team, we provide the company and its business areas with strategic direction and business support spanning executive management, finance and accounting, operations, human resources, legal, IT, information security, facilities, marketing, and communications.

Responsibilities

Design, test, and implement secure information systems, network, environments, and capabilities
Manage and engineer cybersecurity capabilities at SNC including cybersecurity network tools, data loss prevention, monitoring and visibility tools, enterprise system agents, etc.
Ensure comprehensive documentation of information systems, functionalities, compliance, standards, and processes
Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments; develop and implement security controls
Work closely with other teams across SNC, collaborating to perform security assessments, provide guidance, and foster a culture of security at SNC
Enhance technical future-facing cybersecurity skills such as cloud security, devsecops, AI security, etc.

Qualifications You Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or related Engineering discipline and typically 0 - 2 years of relevant experience

A higher-level degree may substitute for experience
Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education

Basic understanding of data security administration principles, methods, and techniques
Familiarity with domain structures, user authentication, and digital signatures

Qualifications We Prefer

ISSM CAP, CISSP, or CISM Certification
ISSE CAP, CISSP-ISSEP Certification
ISSO Security+, CISA, or CASP+ Certification
MCSE, Linux, and/or 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
Ability to read and interpret security and technical documentation

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.

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