Sr. Systems Engineer

Nickerson Talent Solutions; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Nickerson Talent Solutions seeks a Systems Engineer to support architecture, implementation, and certification of high assurance cryptographic systems for DoD and allied partners. The role focuses on NSA High Assurance certification requirements across requirements, design, testing, and fielding.

Responsibilities include system requirements, design synthesis, milestone reviews, verification/validation, and CDLR creation.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance required.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• 7+ years of experience in a related field with multi-disciplined teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform System Requirements Analysis to satisfy stakeholder requirements and support multi-disciplined teams.
• Perform System Architecture and Design Synthesis from Requirements Analysis artifacts.
• Support milestone design reviews (SDR, PDR, CDR, TRR) with materials and presentation.
• Conduct verification and validation including systems and security testing.
• Produce and deliver Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) such as SHRS, KCMA/KCMP, SED, SVPP.
• Assist PM/PE with documentation, schedules, and status reporting; support technical direction and growth.

Job description

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to support the architecture, implementation, and certification of high assurance cryptographic systems used by the U.S. Department of Defense, NATO, and allied partners.

This is a highly technical opportunity supporting security critical systems that must meet NSA High Assurance certification requirements, from requirements and architecture through testing, certification, fielding, and sustainment.

Role Responsibilities

• Perform System Requirements Analysis to satisfy stakeholder requirements, and support multi-disciplined team (software/firmware/hardware) in developing implementation requirements
• Perform System Architecture and Design Synthesis from Requirements Analysis artifacts
• Support program milestone design reviews (e.g. System Design Review (SDR), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR), Test Readiness Review (TRR), etc.) to include creation of presentation materials, attendance and presentation
• Conduct/Support verification and validation to include systems and security testing.
• Creation and delivery of Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) to include, but not limited to:
  • Software/Hardware Requirements Specification (SHRS)
  • Key and Certificate Management Architecture/Plan (KCMA/KCMP)
  • Security Evaluation Document (SED)
  • Security Verification Plans/Procedures (SVPP)
• Assist PM/PE in creating and maintaining programmatic documentation (e.g., schedules, work packages, status reports) to ensure efficient planning and execution
• Support PE with overall technical direction, guidance and development on projects
• Support proposal development for follow on work and/or new programs
• Collaborate with Business Development to develop, communicate and manage strategic plans for business growth based on short-term and long-term goals
• Manage deadlines and priorities as well as provide problem-solving skills

Required Qualifications

• Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
• Bachelor of Science (or greater) Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university
• 7+ years experience in related field with proven track record of success working in multi-disciplined team
• Demonstrated success in full lifecycle product development in both waterfall and agile methodologies and configuration management of produced artifacts
• Understanding of the DoD Acquisition Process for Engineering & Manufacturing Development
• Proficiency with all Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, Power Point, Visio
• Demonstrated experience with Enterprise Requirements Management Tools (e.g., DOORS, Visure)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong writing and document development skills
• Ability to interact with customers and contract representatives
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic and ability to lead complex tasks

Preferred / Differentiating Experience

• 10+ years of embedded development experience or related field with proven track record of success working in multi-disciplined team
• Model Based Digital Engineering Experience (e.g., SysML)
• Experience in Cryptographic Product Development
• Background in DoD Communications Security and/or use in the field:
• Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) knowledge
• Electronic Key Management System (EKMS) knowledge
• Knowledgeable on EKMS Tier 2 Applications
• Knowledgeable on Tier 3 Electronic Key Fill Devices
• COMSEC Trained/Briefed
• NSA High Assurance Certification Experience