Naval Systems Security Engineer

Amentum Services, Inc.
Dahlgren, VA, United States
2 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
$90,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Program Analysis Software Requirements Analysis Systems Architecture Systems Integration SC Clearance

Job description

  • Provide expertise in the development, integration, and management of complex Naval surface weapons and combat defense systems.
  • Provide system design and system integration documentation for weapons control systems and surface combat, control, and/or situational awareness systems.
  • Design and implement Systems Security Engineering (SSE) measures and techniques to prevent or delay unauthorized access to critical technologies.
  • Integrate hardware and software protection into major weapons, combat, and/or fire control systems to deter exploitation.
  • Develop Program Protection Plans (PPP) and other security-related documentation.
  • Perform requirements derivation, allocation, and management for weapon control systems and external interfaces.
  • Coordinate the impacts of proposed system changes with internal and external organizations and system stakeholders.

Requirements

Amentum is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Junior Naval Systems Security Engineer with a background in Navy surface major weapon, combat, and/or fire control systems to assist our customer with systems, technical, and security engineering methodologies and services., * Two (2) years of experience in an engineering/science discipline; OR two (2) years of experience in program analysis in one or more of the following areas: major weapon, combat, and/or fire control systems programs, requirements definition, system design parameters, concepts of operation, risk assessment, producibility studies/analyses, performance analyses, test and evaluation, or post-delivery support.

  • Must have an active Secret U.S. Government clearance. Note: U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a Secret clearance., * Experience with Systems Security Engineering (SSE) measures and techniques.
  • Demonstrated experience working within AEGIS Combat System environments, including familiarity with AEGIS system architecture, integration, testing, operations, or lifecycle support.
  • Experience with DoDI 5000.02, DoDI 5000.83, DoDI 5200.39, DoDI 5200.44, and DoDI 5200.47E.

Benefits & conditions

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

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