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Synergy ECP · 2 months ago

System Engineer - Information Systems Security Officer

Annapolis Junction, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$150K/yr - $200K/yr

14+ years exp

Synergy ECP is a leading provider of cybersecurity, software and systems engineering and IT services to the U.S. intelligence and defense communities. The role involves analyzing user requirements, developing system specifications, and providing technical leadership for systems engineering activities while ensuring compliance with security policies and standards.

Cyber SecurityProcurementProject Management

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Analyzes user's requirements, concept of operations documents, and high-level system architectures to develop system requirements specifications

Analyzes system requirements and leads design and development activities

Guides users in formulating requirements, advises alternative approaches, and conducts feasibility studies

Provides technical leadership for the integration of requirements, design, and technology

Incorporates new plans, designs and systems into ongoing operations

Develops technical documentation

Develops system Architecture and system design documentation

Guides system development and implementation planning through assessment or preparation of system engineering management plans and system integration and test plans

Interacts with the Government regarding Systems Engineering technical considerations and for associated problems, issues or conflicts

Ultimate responsibility for the technical integrity of work performed and deliverables associated with the Systems Engineering area of responsibility

Communicates with other program personnel, government overseers, and senior executives

Administer Linux and Windows systems, troubleshoot issues, load software, and configure RF system networks

Understand RF and collection systems, including data flow and operational dependencies

Apply networking expertise to support Tactical SIGINT and FORNSAT missions

Maintain and optimize data collection and transmission systems in operational environments

Support the organization's information assurance program, enforcing security policies and standards

Conduct vulnerability assessments and manage day-to-day security operations

Prepare and review System Security Plans (SSPs), Risk Assessment Reports, and C&A packages

Ensure compliance with NISCAP and DoD RMF processes

Provide configuration management for security software, hardware, and firmware

Assess and manage the security impact of system changes

Develop and manage system requirements aligned with DoDAF and SOA architectures

Allocate functional requirements across hardware, software, and personnel components

Define verification methods and evaluation criteria for systems and subsystems

Conduct risk assessments and plan verification efforts early in the development lifecycle

Coordinate system integration across teams, ensuring interface coverage and baseline integrity

Oversee system evolution from development through deployment and maintenance

Qualification

Information AssuranceCybersecuritySystems EngineeringRisk AssessmentLinux AdministrationWindows AdministrationNetwork OperationsConfiguration ManagementTechnical DocumentationCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

Fourteen (14) years' experience as a SE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required

Bachelor's degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required

Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree

Must possess active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance to be considered for this role