Secure Systems R&D Engineer: Cybersecurity & Systems Design

Penn State University; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 76,700 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off including vacation and sick time

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a dedicated Secure Systems Research and Development Engineer for its Cyberspace Operations Research Department. This role involves researching cutting-edge security techniques, maintaining sponsor relationships, and leading project management efforts. The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science and have skills in software and system engineering.

The position is based in Reston, VA, with travel required for testing support. Benefits include a competitive salary range between $76,700 and $164,000, and robust employee packages including a 75% tuition discount.

Qualifications

• Documented application of software engineering or system engineering principles.
• Experience in embedded or cloud system development and secure configuration.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity testing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Research techniques for secure system design, implementation, and hardening.
• Assist in maintaining relationships with sponsors through presentations.
• Apply project management principles to lead tasks or projects.

Skills

Software engineering principles

System engineering principles

Embedded system development

Cloud system development

Computer networking fundamentals

Windows operating system administration

*NIX operating system administration

Programming languages (C, Java, Python)

Cybersecurity testing tools

Penetration testing methodologies

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science

Tools

Agile tools

Ansible

Atlassian products (JIRA, Confluence)

Job description

Penn State University is seeking a dedicated Secure Systems Research and Development Engineer for its Cyberspace Operations Research Department. This role involves researching cutting-edge security techniques, maintaining sponsor relationships, and leading project management efforts. The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science and have skills in software and system engineering.

The position is based in Reston, VA, with travel required for testing support. Benefits include a competitive salary range between $76,700 and $164,000, and robust employee packages including a 75% tuition discount.