Systems Engineer

Company: Iowa State Job Bank
Location: Aberdeen
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

R2C is seeking a full-time, permanent Systems Engineer. The ideal candidate for this position should possess a strong computer science, engineering, Cyber Security or Information Assurance background, an understanding of IA concepts and technologies, is a process focused and can handle details, enjoys working in a cross-organizational team environment, is a self-starter, enjoys responsibility and displays a positive attitude about the job and the team, and the ability to effectively communicate with our customers and industry on IA related topics.
Job tasks include but are not limited to:

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• Manage program deliverables and milestones throughout the development process; track Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) delivered items and coordinate comments.
  
• Team with security evaluators to evaluate and tailor security requirements to the specific program( s) ( determine if the requirement is applicable to the program).
  
• Assist in defining and selecting cryptographic algorithms and specifications for specific products and completing Cryptographic Algorithm Configuration Management Board (CACMB) submissions for implementation.
  
• Perform analysis of Contract Data deliverables; provide Subject Matter Expertise (SME) for requirements complianceinclusion, good CSS practices and guidance, and vulnerability analysis of product designs along with other CSS SMEs.
  
• Support Witness security requirements verification testing at vendor sites; identify and approve testing strategies and identify additional tests as needed; coordinate test plans, procedures, and reports, and verify compliance with CSS requirements.
  
• Assist security evaluators with prototype engineering, system security designs, system security testing, and system security design analysis of Edge certification solutions.
  
• Team with software experts to assess Software Analysis vulnerabilities and adjudications through analysis and participation in comment resolution discussions with vendors and DoD program offices.
  
• Support Critical Design, system requirements, programmatic, and technical reviews. Provide IA guidance during technical interchange meetings with vendor and Program Management Offices and identify IA issues with the design.
  
• Draft device Operational Security Doctrine to formally describe handling procedures for sensitive cryptographic items. Create and brief technical details of program designs to senior managers and the Risk Assessment Panel members.
  
• Create certification packages to include the Memorandum for the Record (MR), Staff Processing Form (SPF), certificates, and external letters for review and signature by the Deputy National Manager for National Security Systems.
  
• Comply with NSA policies, standards, and guidelines as they apply to the certification of products.
  
  Qualification requirements:
  An active DoD Secret Clearance The selected individual should have a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, engineering, or another related discipline, with a minimum of 2 years related information system security engineering or system security design experience. Good oral and written communications, interpersonal skills, and comfort with interacting with civilian, military and contractor professionals are a must.
  These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have: Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security, Information Assurance, or Networking and Telecommunications is preferred. Experience in information system security engineering or system security design is essential. Ability to analyze, interpret, and evaluate design documentation and produce formal and informal reports that clearly articulate the results of a customer's solution specification or solution implementation review. Experience with problem-solving that focuses on creative and innovative ways to achieve solutions. Systems development life cycle experience (e.g., system esign, interface specification, quality assurance, requirements gathering, deployment). Experience participating in a team system development activity. Experience in system testing and analysis, and the software engineering process is helpful.
  R2C provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
  For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

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