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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cyber Systems Engineer (Senior Staff or Consulting Level) - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Melbourne, FL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $183,200.0 - $302,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Bash Shell, C++ (Programming Language), CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Data Systems, Linux, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Information Systems Security Engineering Professional, Python (Programming Language), Kernel-Based Virtual Machine, Network Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Quick EMUlator (QEMU), Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, SAP (Applications), Software Engineering, Virtual Machines, Data Processing, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Atlassian Tools, Vcenter, Vmware - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d3485c15121e70e9 ## About the Role In this role you will be responsible for Cyber Systems Engineering/Cybersecurity duties throughout Systems Engineering V with an emphasis in the area of Systems Security Engineering. You'll need to rely on the following skills: Linux/RHEL, bash scripting, Ansible, Atlassian Suite, ACAS and SCC scanning, patching and applying STIGs, C++, Python, virtual machines (KVM/QEMU, VMware/Vcenter), container technology such as podman and advanced knowledge of RMF, DFARS, and CMMC. You'll find this position of interest especially if you studied in one of the following engineering disciplines: Anti-Tamper, systems security architecture, network architecture, software, aerospace, electrical, or data systems. Finally, you will need excellent verbal, written communication and team building skills, as well as the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with high expectations and significantly diverse assignments, ability to tailor communication to audience, and be comfortable leading and mentoring large teams with talented Cyber Systems Engineers and from other engineering disciplines. Responsibilities will include your: * Demonstrated expertise in large system development, integration, test processes, with a strong emphasis on technical analysis and systems security engineering. * Proven ability to drive technical initiatives as an individual contributor, managing complex tasks with minimal supervision. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with customers, cross-functional teams, and management. * Extensive background in Anti-Tamper Systems Engineering * Familiarity with all phases of engineering including concept of operations, testing, integration, and operational execution., At a Senior Staff Cyber Systems Engineer Level: * Must have a Bachelors degree in a STEM field and at least 14 years of relevant professional / military engineering experience OR a Master's degree and at least 12 years of relevant professional /military engineering experience OR a Ph.D. and at least 10 years of relevant professional / military engineering experience., * Must have a Bachelors degree in a STEM field and at least 16 years of relevant professional /military engineering experience OR a Master's degree and at least 14 years of relevant professional / military engineering experience OR a Ph.D. and at least 12 years of relevant professional engineering experience, * Must have an active DoD Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). * Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance * Must have previous professional / military experience with the following: Linux RHEL, bash scripting, Ansible, virtual machines, applying STIGS, and scanning with ACAS and SCC * Must have a DOD 8570 certification: CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or similar Experience developing Program Protection Implementation Plan (PPIP) related to Anti-Tamper., * Possess a DODM 8140 IASAE Level III qualification: CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, or similar * Experience working on military aircraft / spacecraft systems * Experience with Python and C++ * Advanced knowledge and experience in Anti-Tamper systems engineering * Ansible automation * Kubernetes and related technologies * KVM/QEMU, VMware/Vcenter virtual machines * Advanced STEM degrees in systems engineering, Cybersecurity, software engineering, or computer science * Experience with DoD system security engineering activities * Excellent communication, organization, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management * Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in a STEM field or technical management. * Experience in developing technical proposals and statements of work related to Cyber Systems engineering statement of work. * Well-versed in DoD systems engineering requirement development and agile engineering methodologies. * Knowledge of cyber protocols, network architecture, and data processing operations. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Generating code with Angular schematics](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/129-generating-code-with-angular-schematics) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)