Senior Defense Systems Security Engineer

Integration Innovation, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Integration Innovation, Inc. (i3) seeks a Senior Systems Security Engineer to lead integration of SCRM and program protection for a missiles portfolio.

You will shape secure design principles, anti-tamper solutions, and cryptographic protections across the system lifecycle. As the technical authority, you will mentor engineers, translate risk into actionable plans, and ensure alignment with RMF and DoD cybersecurity policies, supporting procurement, design, and development paths within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 10+ years of professional experience in systems security engineering, with a direct focus on DoD weapon systems or critical defense infrastructure protection.
• Active Top Secret security clearance, with eligibility for SCI highly preferred.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Deep technical expertise in anti-tamper (AT) technologies, hardware/software/firmware assurance, cryptography, and secure system design.
• Familiarity with program protection concepts and the role of Systems Security Engineering within DoD acquisition.
• Thorough understanding of DoD Instruction 5200.44 (Protection of Mission Critical Functions).
• Comprehensive knowledge of DoW/SCRM integration and DoD acquisition lifecycle.
• Strong interpersonal and briefing skills for executive audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of the Program Protection Plan (PPP) and ensure its tenets are integrated into the SEP and system architecture.
• Architect, design, and oversee integration of security controls, anti-tamper measures, secure boot, and cryptographic components across the SDLC.
• Serve as lead technical advisor on hardware, software, and firmware assurance including supply chain risk assessments.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate vulnerabilities in CPI and mission-critical functions.
• Assist in decomposing weapon system architectures to identify CPI and vulnerable nodes.
• Conduct complex weapons systems supply chain maps and monitor SCRM risks.
• Analyze supply chain threat intelligence to inform risk impacts for stakeholders.
• Coordinate with cybersecurity teams to align program protection with RMF and DoD policies.
• Direct program protection working groups across engineers, cybersecurity, and logistics teams.
• Provide guidance and mentorship on emerging threats and countermeasures.

Skills

Systems security engineering

DoD RMF alignment

SCRM

Anti-tamper design

Cryptography

Threat assessment

Lead technical advisor

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering or related field

Master’s degree in Systems Engineering / Electrical Engineering

Job description

Integration Innovation, Inc. (i3) seeks a Senior Systems Security Engineer to lead integration of SCRM and program protection for a missiles portfolio.

You will shape secure design principles, anti-tamper solutions, and cryptographic protections across the system lifecycle. As the technical authority, you will mentor engineers, translate risk into actionable plans, and ensure alignment with RMF and DoD cybersecurity policies, supporting procurement, design, and development paths within a