Systems Security Engineer III

snc; Lone Tree (CO); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) with 150% match

Job summary

SNC is seeking a Systems Security Engineer III to design, implement, and maintain secure IT systems while leading complex incident response and digital forensics activities. You will work in a hybrid setting, mentoring junior engineers and guiding security policy across platforms.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in IT security, a TS clearance with SCI eligibility, and hands-on experience with NIST/ISO frameworks, ACAS, and ELK. The role offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related IT/security field.
• 5+ years of experience in IT security.
• Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required.
• Familiarity with NIST SP 800-53 Rev 4/5 and ISO 27001.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of secure IT systems and networks.
• Perform expert-level security monitoring and tuning.
• Manage complex incident response and digital forensics activities.
• Conduct thorough risk and vulnerability assessments.
• Develop, implement, and oversee security controls and protocols.
• Research and integrate new security tools and technologies.
• Document and report on security breaches and implications.
• Mentor junior security engineers and contribute to their growth.

Skills

Cybersecurity principles

Incident response

Digital forensics

Risk assessments

Security monitoring

Security controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/security related field

Tools

ACAS

ELK Stack

Job description

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations - with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we're applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force's (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission.

Are you looking for an opportunity to deepen your IT skills in a meaningful work environment that supports and protects explorers and heroes? As a Systems Security Engineer III, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the security of our IT infrastructure. You will lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure IT systems, and take charge of high-level incident response and digital forensics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of secure IT systems and networks.
• Perform expert-level security monitoring and tuning.
• Manage and lead complex incident response and digital forensics activities.
• Conduct thorough risk and vulnerability assessments.
• Develop, implement, and oversee security controls and protocols.
• Research and integrate new security tools and technologies.
• Document, analyze, and report on security breaches and their implications.
• Mentor junior security engineers and contribute to their professional growth.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Security, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or related Engineering discipline
• 5+ years of experience in IT security or a related field.
• Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 9 years of related experience is required.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Advanced understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices.
• Experience with security frameworks and standards such as National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), ISO 27001.
• Current/Active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance with SCI Eligibility is required.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Information Systems Security Engineer Certified Authorization Professional (ISSE CAP) Certification.
• Information System Security Officer (ISSO) Security+, Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) Certification.
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE), Linux, and/or Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security Certification.
• Experience with security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software.
• Experience in the aerospace or defense industry.
• Experience drafting, updating, and maintaining comprehensive organizational cybersecurity policies strictly aligned with NIST SP 800-53 Revision 4 and Revision 5 frameworks.
• Hands-on experience utilizing ACAS for network scanning, vulnerability identification, and coordinated patch management.
• Experience deploying, configuring, and managing the Elastic Stack (ELK) SIEM tool for real-time security monitoring, log analysis, and incident detection.

Essential Functions

• Ability to work primarily at a computer for extended periods.
• Capability to participate in on-call rotation for incident response.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
• Occasional travel may be required.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $108,496.89 - $149,183.22. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

• SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match