Information System Security Engineer Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Lab External

City of Baltimore, Mayor's Office of Employment Development; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Senior System Security Engineer to lead technical projects and deliver innovative solutions. In this pivotal role, you will guide interdisciplinary teams in designing resilient systems, ensuring they meet complex operational needs while communicating technical risks effectively. With a focus on collaboration, you will contribute to groundbreaking projects that address critical defense and security challenges. This role offers a vibrant work culture, opportunities for personal growth, and a chance to make a significant impact in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about technology and eager to solve real-world problems, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Education Assistance Program

Retirement Contributions

Work/Life Balance

Diverse Work Culture

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in complex systems design and development.
• Strong technical background in full lifecycle systems engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical projects and deliver solutions to meet sponsor needs.
• Work with stakeholders to ensure systems meet operational requirements.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Project Management

Cybersecurity

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s or PhD in related field

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity to utilize your technical skills to solve complex, real-world problems? If so, this position is for you!

Our team is in need of detail-oriented Senior System Security Engineers to contribute to sponsor missions. In this role, you will serve as a technical lead, working with a dedicated team of professionals to provide full systems engineering support across the system development lifecycle.

You will use your systems engineering expertise to:

• Lead technical projects and apply your knowledge of systems engineering and analysis to successfully deliver projects to meet sponsor needs
• Lead interdisciplinary teams to design and engineer resilient, cutting-edge solutions
• Work with government stakeholders and decision makers to ensure systems under development meet their varied and complex operational needs, while communicating technical risk and limitations
• Lead efforts to design and develop systems to meet operational requirements
• Contribute to innovation by identifying and contributing new ideas for potential funding

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Cybersecurity, Computer Information Systems Security or related field
• Have 7+ years of experience in the design, development, and deployment of complex systems or analytics
• Strong technical background with the full lifecycle systems engineering processes
• Extensive knowledge and demonstrated success in leading complex technical programs to achieve a cyber resilient design
• Experience with system design and prototyping novel solutions including concept development, requirements analysis, design, test and evaluation
• Demonstrated team leadership or project management skills
• Are comfortable working independently as well as in a team
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills and strong critical thinking skills
• Are willing to travel to and from sponsor and test sites up to 20% of the time
• Hold an active Secret security clearance and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Possess a Masters or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Cybersecurity, Computer Information Systems Security or related field
• Have experience in applied research for the areas of systems/software engineering, system definition, design, and development, system architecture, requirements analysis, test and evaluation, or a related field
• Have experience with DoD weapons, sensors, or other related operational military technology
• Have an understanding of critical infrastructure and non-traditional systems
• Hold an active Top Secret Security Clearance

Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

About Us

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Minimum Rate
$90,000 Annually

Maximum Rate
$230,000 Annually