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2027 - Cyber Security Engineer (Air Systems) - Hunt Valley, MD

Hunt Valley, MDOnsiteFull TimePosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Cybersecurity Engineering
  • Air Systems
  • Electronic Systems
  • Land Systems
  • Sea Systems
  • Weapon Systems
  • Risk Management Framework
  • RMF
  • IATT
  • ATO

Nice to have

  • Windows Configuration
  • Linux Configuration
  • Networking
  • Scripting
  • Cryptographic Algorithms
  • Primitives

Role summary

Seeking a Cyber Security Engineer with a focus on Air Systems in Hunt Valley, MD. This role involves providing cybersecurity engineering support for various warfighter protection systems, contributing to the assessment and authorization of products using RMF, and participating in the cybersecurity development lifecycle. Responsibilities include utilizing vulnerability and compliance tools, analyzing results against STIGs/SRGs, and developing remediation plans. A degree in a STEM field, the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance, and relevant certifications are required. Experience with OS configurations, networking, scripting, and cybersecurity tools like Nessus and NMAP is preferred.

About This Role
In this role, you will be responsible for:

  • Providing cybersecurity engineering support on both next generation technologies and proven platforms that support and protect our deployed warfighter across Air, Electronic, Land, Sea, and Weapon Systems products

  • Contributing to the efforts of the Cyber Security and Infrastructure Support (CSIS) team to support the assessment and authorization of products in accordance with Risk Management Framework (RMF) to achieve an Interim Authorization To Test (IATT) or Authorization To Operate (ATO)

  • Participating in cyber security development of new products across all phases of the design lifecycle from concept development to lab integration and evaluation concepts

  • Utilizing vulnerability scan, port scan, and compliance checker tools (e.g., ACAS, Nessus, NMAP, and SCC), and

  • Conducting in-depth analysis of the results against Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Security Requirement Guides (SRGs)

  • Developing remediation and mitigation plans, and creating packages for the implementation of those plans

  • Willing and able to occasional travel to other locations in support of cybersecurity activities (less than 10%25)

  • Working both individually and cohesively on a team with exciting technologies and products in a dynamic engineering environment



Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing or have completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science/Cybersecurity/Information Assurance/Computer Engineering/Information Systems or a related STEM field
  • Must be able to obtain/maintain a U.S. government Secret security clearance
  • Experience with Operating System configurations (Window and/or Linux), networking, and/or scripting programming languages is preferred
  • Ability to obtain a DoDD 8140.01 / DoD 8570.01-M IAT II or higher certification (e.g., Security+, SSCP, CySA+, CCNA Security, or GSEC) in the first six months following employment
  • Experience with cybersecurity tools such as Nessus and NMAP is a plus
  • Passion for cybersecurity, developing new skills, and problem solving
  • Experience with cryptographic algorithms and primitives is a plus

How We Care
At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.


Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

- Flexible Work Schedules

- Education Assistance

- Career Development & Training Opportunities

- Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)

- Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding

- Paid Parental Leave


Are you a Military Veteran?
Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company. 

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