> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4627414-system-security-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4627414-system-security-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # System Security Engineer - **Company:** BAE Systems - **Location:** Hill Air Force Base, UT, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $107,359 - $182,510 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Software System Penetration Testing, Systems Engineering, Cyber Security, Rhapsody, Software Systems, Subsystems, Systems Integration, Software Security, SC Clearance, Information Technology, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** November 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.baesystems.com/global/en/job/132146BR ## About the Role The ideal candidate is collaborative, proactive, adaptable, and eager to develop deep technical understanding within a complex, mission-critical weapons system program. This position will operate in an organizational culture that develops and challenges employees to achieve high performance in a fast-paced, high-morale workplace using streamlined management policies and procedures. It is a challenging and rewarding opportunity to shape the development and deployment of the next generation intercontinental ballistic missile, the national security-critical backbone of our nuclear deterrent capability.Required Education, Experience, & Skills * Secret Clearance - adjudicated within the last 5 years * BS/MS Eng., Computer Science, Software, Mathematics, or Physics. * 7 yrs (5 yrs with MS degree) of progressive experience in systems integration and analysis of military hardware and software systems/processes. * 2 yrs experience leading system design, integration, and analytical efforts Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills * Top Secret/SCI clearance - adjudicated within the last 5 years * Knowledge/Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). * Knowledge/Experience with Cameo, DOORS, and/or Rhapsody. * Knowledge/Experience with ICBM systems * Experience with DOD acquisition. ## Description BAE Systems is seeking a highly motivated System Security Engineer to support the U.S. Air Force in the acquisition and deployment of the next-generation Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM), the Sentinel weapon system. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute directly to a national-priority defense program that underpins the nation's strategic deterrence mission. As part of a high-performing team of specialty systems engineers, you will provide technical rigor, independent assessment, and engineering expertise to ensure the weapon system's requirements, specifications, and design artifacts delivered by the prime contractor meet Air Force expectations. Operating as a trusted technical advisor to the Government customer, you will work closely with USAF civilians, military personnel, program managers, and engineering teams, and interface frequently with the prime contractor, industry partners, and key stakeholders., The system security engineer will apply skills, expertise, and experience in multiple areas including security requirements, security architecture views, threat assessment, networking, security technologies, hardware and software security, security test and evaluation, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and supply chain security risk assessment. This role will require - * Designing, implementing, and maintaining secure systems and networks, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information and infrastructure by identifying vulnerabilities, implementing security measures, and responding to security incidents. * Collaborating with Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), Mission Partner Teams (MPTs), and other stakeholders (internal and external) supporting ICBM weapon systems, subsystems and supporting systems. * Providing technical expertise in Program Protection related efforts and executing day-to-day team responsibilities. * Evaluating technology tools and systems to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and applicable protection of information. * Evaluating Program Protection plans, and developing, updating, and enforcing security plans and standards.