System Engineer- TS/SCI with Polygraph
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Job description
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the certification of cryptographic high assurance devices and experience with High Assurance products and IASRD/SERD requirements.
Some of the responsibilities associated with the position include (but are not limited to):
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Perform system security analyses, risk assessments, and compliance reviews of contractor deliverables against the Information Assurance Security Requirements Directive (IASRD) and the Security Evaluation Requirements Document (SERD)
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Document findings and recommend design adjustments or process improvements to ensure certification success
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Coordinate with design/development teams to integrate cryptographic requirements early in the system lifecycle
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Define, plan, and execute security testing and validation activities in coordination with NSA certification authorities
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Develop verification methods to ensure devices meet performance and security standards.
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Support lab and field testing of cryptographic devices, documenting results for certification submission
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Serve as a liaison between the contractor's engineering team and customer stakeholders
Additional responsibilities associated with the position include:
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Preparing, reviewing, revising, and maintaining technical documents, including software and systems engineering, system operations, testing, and user documentation.
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Managing system requirements and derived requirements to ensure the delivery of production systems that are compatible with the defined system architecture(s) - Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF), Service-oriented Architecture (SOA), etc
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Contributing to the development of sections of systems engineering documentation such as System Engineering Plans, Initial Capabilities Documents, Requirements specifications, and Interface Control Documents
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Coordinating the resolution of action items from Configuration Control Board (CCB) meetings, design reviews, program reviews, and test reviews that require cross-discipline coordination
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Participating in an Integrated Product Team to design new capabilities based upon evaluation of all necessary development and operational considerations
Requirements
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This role can be hired at a level 2 or 3
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Level 2: 14 years experience
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Level 3: 20 years experience
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Bachelors degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university. 5 additional years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
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TS/SCI with polygraph
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Hands-on experience supporting the the certification process for cryptographic or high-assurance devices
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Demonstrated experience and understanding of the Information Assurance Security Requirements Directive (IASRD) and Security Evaluation Requirements Document (SERD) to enforce compliance
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Strong background in high assurance products and related security standards
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Ability to translate certification requirements into engineering artifacts, test plans, and compliance documentation
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Proven ability to conduct system security testing, verification, and validation in accordance with NSA certification requirements
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing technical documentation and delivering briefings to stakeholders
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System Engineer 2 and 3 candidates should have demonstrated systems engineering experience, + Knowledge of cryptographic algorithms, key management systems, and secure communication protocols
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Prior experience developing or certifying High Assurance products (e.g., TACLANE, KG-series devices, KMI components)
Benefits & conditions
Fort Meade, MD, USA | Salary | 170000-210000 per year | Full Time, A career at RBR-Technologies doesn't mean you have to make sacrifices in other areas of your life.
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Best in class health benefits plan
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Generous 401k with matching
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Flexible work policies and schedules (dependent upon contract)
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Generous Paid Time Off + All Federal Holidays
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Special paid leave for: Bereavement, Voting, Military, and more
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Paid Volunteer Hours for Community Outreach
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Paid Parental Leave
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Family-Friendly Company Paid Events