Cybersecurity Engineer - Senior Level

SimVentions, Inc.; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 125,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Continuing Education Assistance

Job summary

SimVentions is seeking a Senior-Level Cybersecurity Engineer to join our on-site team at NSWC Dahlgren, Virginia. The role emphasizes developing cybersecurity requirements, policy standards, and guidance for combat systems, with strong DoD IA policy focus and threat analysis.

Qualified candidates will have 5+ years of Navy security engineering or 10+ years general experience, an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, and at least IAT Level II per DoD 8570.01.

Qualifications

• 5 years Navy afloat/tactical combat systems security engineering or 10 years general security engineering.
• IAT Level II DoD 8570.01 or equivalent; Privileged User requirements and OS/CE training as applicable.
• Strong understanding of DoD IA policies for land and afloat/tactical systems and clear communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop cybersecurity requirements, policy standards, and guidance for combat systems.
• Conduct cybersecurity research and coordination for DoD cyber assurance and policy efforts.
• Lead groups to develop cybersecurity strategies against emerging threats.
• Analyze cybersecurity, intelligence, and IT policy gaps for combat systems.
• Perform cybersecurity system engineering design and documentation for combat systems.
• Develop cybersecurity risk assessment and mitigation plans for combat systems.
• Document requirements, gap/threat analysis, and system engineering work.
• Develop or use MBSE models for cybersecurity analysis.

Skills

Cybersecurity requirements development

Threat analysis

Cyber engineering

Cyber systems architecture

Cybersecurity policy development

DoD 8570.01 IAT II

JPAS familiarity

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity

Tools

JPAS

Job description

Overview

SimVentions is 100% employee-owned and proudly ranked among Virginia’s Best Places to Work year after year!

We are looking for a Senior-Level Cybersecurity Engineer to join our team! This position will be seated 100% on-site at NSWC Dahlgren, Virginia.

Travel

Negligible

Clearance

An ACTIVE Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility is required for this position. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.US Citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.

Requirements

Noted experience below in cybersecurity requirements development, cyber threat analysis, cyber engineering, cyber systems architecture development or cybersecurity policy development experience:

• Five (5) years program specific security engineering experience working with Navy afloat/tactical combat systems or ten (10) years general security engineering experience.
• Minimum certification as IAT Level II or higher per DoD 8570.01, or successor. If performing as a Privileged User (Individuals who have access to system control, monitoring, or administration functions (e.g., system administrator, IAO/ISSO, system programmers, etc.)) a final adjudicated T-5/T-R with an IT level-1 designation in JPAS must be achieved and maintained. Privileged users must also complete Operating System (OS)/Computer Environment (CE) training for each version within six (6) months of start date. Training is the responsibility of the contracting company. Training must include an assessment, not necessarily vendor certification, with the contractor providing proof.
• Possess an understanding of cybersecurity, military system specifications, DoD Information Assurance (IA) policies for both Land Based and afloat/tactical systems, and the ability to communicate clearly and succinctly in written and oral presentations.

Responsibilities

• Develop cybersecurity requirements, policy standards, best practices, and guidance and procedures for combat systems.
• Conduct cybersecurity related research, analysis and coordination activities in support of DOD cyber assurance and policy efforts are multiple classification levels.
• Lead working groups to develop cybersecurity strategies to meet emerging threats.
• Perform analysis of cybersecurity, intelligence and information technology policy gaps for combat systems.
• Perform cybersecurity system engineering design, analysis and documentation of combat systems.
• Develop cybersecurity risk assessment analysis and risk mitigation plans for combat systems.
• Develop documentation of cybersecurity requirements, gap analysis, threat analysis, system engineering, risk assessment and mitigation for combat systems.
• Develop or use MBSE models to perform cybersecurity analysis.

Education

Bachelors Degree in Cybersecurity is preferred

Compensation

Compensation at SimVentions is determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, security clearance, work location, skills, knowledge, and competencies, as well as alignment with our corporate compensation plan and contract specific requirements.

The projected annual compensation range for this position is $125,000 - $195,000(USD). This estimate reflects the standard salary range for this position and is just one component of the total compensation package that SimVentions offers.

Benefits

At SimVentions, we’re committed to supporting the total well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefit offerings include comprehensive health and welfare plans to serve a variety of needs.

We offer:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive 401(k) programs
• Retirement and Financial Counselors
• Health Savings and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life insurance, short- & long-term disability
• Continuing Education Assistance
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Leave (e.g., Maternity, Paternity, Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military)
• Third Party Employee Assistance Program that offers emotional and lifestyle well-being services, to include free counseling
• Supplemental Benefit Program

Why Work for SimVentions?

SimVentions is about more than just being a place to work with other growth-orientated technically exceptional experts. It's also a fun place to work. Our family-friendly atmosphere encourages our employee-owners to imagine, create, explore, discover, and do great things together.

Support Our Warfighters

SimVentions is a proud supporter of the U.S. military, and we take pride in our ability to provide relevant, game-changing solutions to our armed men and women around the world.

Drive Customer Success

We deliver innovative products and solutions that go beyond the expected. This means you can expect to work with a team that will allow you to grow, have a voice, and make an impact.Get Involved in Giving Back

We believe a well-rounded company starts with well-rounded employees, which is why we offer diverse service opportunities for our team throughout the year.

Build Innovative Technology

SimVentions takes pride in its innovative and cutting-edge technology, so you can be sure that whatever project you work on, you will be having a direct impact on our customer’s success.

Work with Brilliant People

We don’t just hire the smartest people; we seek experienced, creative individuals who are passionate about their work and thrive in our unique culture.

Create Meaningful Solutions

We are trusted partners with our customers and are provided challenging and meaningful requirements to help them solve.

Employees who join SimVentions will enjoy additional perks like:

• Employee Ownership:Work with the best and help build YOUR company!
• Family focus:Work for a team that recognizes the importance of family time.
• Culture:Add to our culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
• Dress code:Business casual, we like to be comfortable while we work.
• Resources:Excellent facilities, tools, and training opportunities to grow in your field.
• Open communication:Work in an environment where your voice matters.
• Corporate Fellowship:Opportunities to participate in company sports teams and employee-led interest groups for personal and professional development.
• Employee Appreciation:Multiple corporate events throughout the year, including Holiday Events, Company Picnic, Imagineering Day, and more.
• Founding Partner of the FredNats Baseball team:Equitable distribution of tickets for every home game to be enjoyed by our employee-owners and their families from our private suite.
• Food:We have a lot of food around here!

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