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# Systems Engineer-Principal

- **Company:** NetSage Corporation
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, CompTIA Security+, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Zero Trust Network Access, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** July 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0e38b0da283bc45e

## About the Role

* TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance.
 * A Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Information Systems, or a related field and eleven (11) years of relevant experience. A Master of Science (M.S.) degree and nine (9) years, or no degree and fifteen (15) years of experience is also acceptable.
 * At least six (6) years as a Systems Engineer with experience leading, managing, and collaborating with broad range of organizations and groups.
 * Experience performing in-depth vulnerability assessments of complex systems by applying systems engineering principles to evaluate architecture, designs, and security requirements, while conducting independent verification and validation and assessing contractor solutions for cybersecurity and systems resiliency.
 * Zero Trust experience., * Relevant cybersecurity certification such as CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), etc.
 * Familiarity with International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) defined life cycle systems engineering processes.
 * Familiarity with NIST SP 800-160.

## Description

We are seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership supporting large-scale Department of War (DoW) systems. In this role, you will leverage advanced systems engineering principles and an offensive cybersecurity mindset to strengthen defensive capabilities across complex, mission-critical environments. You will lead technical teams, perform comprehensive cybersecurity and systems resiliency assessments, and collaborate closely with customers and stakeholders to deliver secure, resilient solutions. The ideal candidate for this position will have extensive experience leading systems engineering teams, supporting large-scale DoW systems, and implementing Zero Trust principles. Please consider applying if you meet the following qualifications.


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