Senior Technical Leader-Systems Security Engineer

Society of Defense Financial Management; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 198,000 - 242,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and Rx

401(k) match + company contribution

Flexible PTO + 10 holidays

Relocation assistance

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

Society of Defense Financial Management seeks a Senior Technical Leader to drive systems security engineering for next-generation defense technologies in Grand Rapids, MI. The role oversees embedded platforms, edge devices, and complex computing environments, shaping secure capabilities for national security missions.

The successful candidate will apply RMF, assess threats, and collaborate with government customers to transition innovative solutions into operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 15+ years in systems security engineering, threat intel/response, or related disciplines.
• Strong technical communication, presentation, and writing skills.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. government security clearance.
• Willingness to travel ~25%.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems security engineering for embedded platforms, edge devices, and complex computing environments.
• Analyze cyber threats, assess vulnerabilities, and develop advanced defensive security solutions.
• Apply RMF and other cybersecurity frameworks to mission-critical systems.
• Support electronic warfare, EW operations, radar, and secure communications environments.
• Drive cybersecurity initiatives involving embedded software, firmware, AI/ML, autonomous systems, and sensing tech.
• Collaborate with engineers, product leaders, and U.S. government customers to define requirements and transition tech to operations.

Skills

Systems security engineering

Threat intelligence/response

RMF familiarity

Cybersecurity frameworks

Embedded systems

AI/ML security

Python

C/C++

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS/Physics/Math

Tools

Python

MATLAB

C/C++

AFSIM

Job description

Senior Technical Leader – Systems Security Engineering

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Salary: Up to $220,000 + 15% Annual Bonus

We are seeking an experienced technical leader to drive systems security engineering for next-generation defense technologies. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of cybersecurity, electronic warfare, embedded systems, AI/ML, and advanced edge computing while shaping innovative solutions for complex national security missions.

Benefits and Perks

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• 401(k) match up to 4%, plus an additional company retirement contribution of approximately 3% for eligible employees
• Flexible PTO and 10 paid holidays
• Comprehensive relocation assistance, including moving expenses and potential home purchase or lease buyout support
• Paid parental leave, tuition assistance, disability insurance, and life insurance

Key Responsibilities

• Lead systems security engineering for embedded platforms, edge devices, and complex computing environments.
• Analyze cyber threats, assess vulnerabilities, and develop advanced defensive security solutions.
• Apply cybersecurity frameworks, including the Risk Management Framework (RMF), to mission-critical systems.
• Support electronic warfare and electromagnetic spectrum operations, including radar, wireless communications, GPS-denied environments, and countermeasures against spoofing and jamming.
• Drive cybersecurity initiatives involving embedded software, firmware, AI/ML, autonomous systems, and advanced sensing technologies.
• Collaborate with engineering teams, product leaders, and U.S. government customers to define requirements and transition emerging technologies into operational capabilities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• 15+ years of relevant experience in systems security engineering, threat intelligence or response, vulnerability assessment, or electronic attack-related disciplines.
• Strong technical communication, presentation, and writing skills.
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a U.S. government security clearance.
• Willingness to travel approximately 25%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active U.S. security clearance and certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or Security+.
• Experience in electronic warfare, ISR/SIGINT, embedded systems, AI/ML security, or autonomous platforms.
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or AFSIM.
• Experience with defense R&D, prototype development, and U.S. government customer engagement.