Senior Systems Engineer: DoD Cybersecurity & Resiliency

Reflexive Concepts; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Reflexive Concepts seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to lead cybersecurity assessments on large DoD systems, applying an Offensive Cyber Operations mindset to inform Defensive Cyber Operations activities.

The role requires long-term vulnerability assessments, rigorous verification of security requirements, and evaluating contractor proposals for resiliency and security. You will mentor engineers and build a strong, mission-focused team while engaging with customers for deeper insights.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of Systems Engineering experience.
• Active TS/SCI with Full-Scope Polygraph (CI within 6 years).
• Zero Trust experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform cybersecurity assessments of large-scale DoD systems with an OCO mindset to perform DCO activities.
• Perform long-term vulnerability assessments using systems engineering principles and design/architecture documentation.
• Verify and validate security requirements and capabilities; incorporate resiliency into acquisition documents.
• Evaluate contractor proposals for systems resiliency, security, and cybersecurity considerations.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor senior engineers to maximize performance.
• Foster relationships with customers to gain insights and information to improve mission outcomes.

Skills

Zero Trust

Security mindset

Systems engineering leadership

Vulnerability assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Master’s degree in STEM

High School Diploma + 12 years experience

Job description

Reflexive Concepts seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to lead cybersecurity assessments on large DoD systems, applying an Offensive Cyber Operations mindset to inform Defensive Cyber Operations activities.

The role requires long-term vulnerability assessments, rigorous verification of security requirements, and evaluating contractor proposals for resiliency and security. You will mentor engineers and build a strong, mission-focused team while engaging with customers for deeper insights.