System Security Engineer AT and Supply Chain Risk Management

PeopleTec; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

PeopleTec seeks a System Security Engineer AT and SCRM in Huntsville, AL to protect hardware, firmware, and microelectronics across the lifecycle. You will lead anti-tamper and SCRM activities, interface with DoD stakeholders, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to meet program objectives.

The role requires DoD security experience, U.S. citizenship, and an active Secret clearance. Travel up to 25% may be required; on-site work in Huntsville, AL is expected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in anti-tamper and SCRM within defense or aerospace.
• Knowledge of DoD directives and standards such as 5200.47E/5200.44, NIST SP 800-161.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support in anti-tamper and SCRM across the system lifecycle.
• Advise on AT architectures and countermeasures for suppliers.
• Develop and implement PPP and ATP aligned with DoD requirements.
• Coordinate with DoD and other agencies for objectives and testing.
• Prepare AT and SCRM findings for senior management.
• Interface with internal teams and external organizations.

Skills

Anti-tamper

SCRM

System security

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Secure Boot/TrustZone

FPGA/ASIC

DoD directives

Job description

Opportunity

PeopleTec is currently seeking a System Security Engineer AT and Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) to support our Huntsville, AL location.

The candidate will serve as a System Security Engineer AT and Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) within a Project Management Office (PMO) within PAE Fires and will be responsible for providing technical support to the program's Chief Engineer and the Technical Chief. The candidate will protect critical program hardware, firmware, and microelectronics against reverse engineering, unauthorized exploitation, and supply chain threats across the system lifecycle (design, development, acquisition, integration, testing, fielding, and sustainment). The candidate will prepare and present anti-tamper and SCRM findings, reports, and improvement plans to senior management and stakeholders. Will work within and/or lead a multidisciplinary team to achieve program goals. Perform other tasks as assigned by the Chief Engineer and/or Technical Chief.

The candidate will be required to interface with internal PMs across PAE Fires and external organizations to include HQDA, ASA(ALT), JIATF 401, ATEC, AMCOM, and others for coordination and synchronization of anti-tamper and SCRM technical and programmatic objectives.

Duties

• Provide technical support and security engineering in anti-tamper and SCRM across the system lifecycle (design, development, acquisition, integration, testing, fielding, and sustainment).
• Advise on the design, implementation, and verification of Anti-Tamper (AT) architectures and countermeasures across manufacturer, vendor, and supplier organizations for assigned programs.
• Assist in the development and implementation of Program Protection Plans (PPP) and author Anti-Tamper Plans (ATP) aligned with DoD requirements.
• Implement comprehensive Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) protocols for critical components and trusted suppliers.
• Conduct hardware vulnerability assessments, counterfeit part prevention audits, and secure silicon/ASIC/FPGA provenance tracking.
• Coordinate with the DoD Anti-Tamper Executive Agent (ATEA) for milestone reviews and validation testing.
• Develop and maintain Anti-Tamper Evaluation & Verification Reports, the Program SCRM & Counterfeit Prevention Plan, and the Hardware Assurance & Bill of Materials (BOM) Risk Assessment.
• Ensure compliance with defense and industry standards by managing anti-tamper and SCRM processes effectively.
• Interface with internal teams and external organizations to coordinate anti-tamper and SCRM objectives and strategies.
• Prepare and present anti-tamper and SCRM findings, reports, and improvement plans to senior management and stakeholders.
• Conduct strategic planning and coordination to support program objectives.
• Provide technical expertise to support peer engineers within the Technology Security, Program Protection, Cyber Security, and Technical Management teams.
• Use digital tools and methodologies to analyze supply chain risks, manufacturer/supplier relationships, and foreign ownership and controlling influence.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Chief Engineer and/or Technical Chief.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Experience:

• 5+ years of relevant experience. Additional education may be substituted for years of experience.
• Demonstrated experience in anti-tamper and SCRM, particularly within defense or aerospace industries.
• Knowledge of DoD Directive 5200.47E (Anti-Tamper), DoDI 5200.44 (Trusted Systems/SCRM), NIST SP 800-161, Cryptographic Key Zeroization/Encapsulation, Secure Boot/TrustZone, FPGA/ASIC Bitstream Protection, and IDEA-STD-1010.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and defense requirements.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to lead and work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Previous experience working in a U.S. Government Program Office (required).
• Travel: 25%
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• An active DoD Secret clearance is required to perform this work. Candidates are required to have an active Secret clearance upon hire, and the ability to maintain this level of clearance during their employment.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or related technical discipline)

Desired Skills:

• Top Secret clearance preferred

Job Location

Huntsville, AL

Job ID

2026-5327

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Overview

People First. Technology Always.

PeopleTec, Inc. is an employee-owned small business founded in Huntsville, AL that provides exceptional customer support by employing and retaining a highly skilled workforce.

Culture: The name "PeopleTec" was deliberately chosen to remind us of our core value system - our people. Our company's foundation was built on placing our employees and customers first. With an award-winning atmosphere, we have matured into a company that boasts the best and brightest across multiple technical fields.

Career: At PeopleTec, we value your long-term goals. Whether it's through our continuing-education opportunities, our robust training programs, or our "People First" benefits package, PeopleTec truly believes that our best investments are our people.

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EEO Statement

PeopleTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, [e-mail] and/or phone number (256.319.3800) to contact us about your interest in employment with PeopleTec, Inc.

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