Senior Network Intrusion & Crypto Systems Engineer

SAIC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a Communications Systems Engineer to act as a Network Intrusion Specialist at the National Reconnaissance Office in Chantilly, VA. The role supports multiple satellite programs, including space communication, network, and crypto systems, with on-site SE/TA duties and government-briefing responsibilities.

An active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Poly is required for consideration. Travel may occur about once a month to support program activities and audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 9+ years of experience; Master’s 7+ years; PhD/JD 4+ years.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly.
• Experience with space communication, network, and crypto systems.
• Experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and information security policies and standards.
• Experience with NRO satellite systems.
• Available to travel domestically up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Support the System Program Office (SPO) in an acquisition capacity for planning, execution, monitoring, and oversight of communication, network, and crypto acquisitions.
• Analyze PCAP data and IDS/IPS alerts. Trace network-based attacks. Support containment of live network intrusions. Increase monitoring and auditing of black transport.
• 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.

Job description

SAIC is seeking a Communications Systems Engineer to act as a Network Intrusion Specialist at the National Reconnaissance Office in Chantilly, VA. The role supports multiple satellite programs, including space communication, network, and crypto systems, with on-site SE/TA duties and government-briefing responsibilities.

An active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Poly is required for consideration. Travel may occur about once a month to support program activities and audits.