Cybersecurity Systems Engineer - Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. 

The Space and Intelligence Division provides professional services to the US Space Force, Combatant Commands, Intelligence Community, and NASA. Our work includes enterprise architectural assessments, systems engineering and integration, test, planning and execution, cost estimating and analysis, acquisition support, and cybersecurity.  We are trusted partners developing approaches and concepts to meet emerging high priority needs, assessing cutting-edge technologies, and supporting capabilities for our National Defense.  Come join the fastest growing Division at Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.!

The Intelligence Programs Group, part of Systems Planning and Analysis Inc.’s Space and Intelligence Division, is a specialized provider of systems engineering and trusted advisory services to the Space and National Intelligence community.  We utilize mission-proven, data-driven advisory tools and capabilities.  We provide highly technical support to ensure the government acquires cutting edge technology necessary for our National Defense.  Our portfolio includes the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).  Come where you will be part of our high-caliber team!

The Cyber Systems Engineer Project Management Technical Support provides support to the customer in the area of Cyber Security. Daily Tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Compile information to develop weekly, monthly and annual customer “Cyber Snapshot.” Report metrics on cases and incidents that have happened over the period as well as items of interest on cybersecurity that would be of interest to senior management
• Verify/validate systems with specific emphasis on network operations and cyber warfare tactics, techniques, and procedures focused on threat to information networks
• Assess security performance using evaluation criteria and technical performance measures

• Participate in design reviews of components (hardware and software) to ensure applicability to the current system and traceability of requirements
• Develop and maintain analytical procedures to meet changing requirements. Produce high quality papers, presentations, recommendations and findings for senior intelligence and operations officials

• Provide identification and classification of system network vulnerabilities providing mitigation and remediation recommendations
• Analyze policies and procedures against federal laws and regulations and provide recommendations for closing gaps
• Develop strategies to comply with privacy and risk management requirements. Prepare threat analysis reports
• Create indications of compromise for new and existing malware
• Participate in cyber defense working groups, forums and IPTs to provide cyber defense guidance

Required Qualifications:

• 12 to 15 years with BS/BA or 8 to 10 years with MS/MA or 5 to 7 years with PhD.
• Current U.S. Government Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
• Favorably adjudicated Counter Intelligence Polygraph
• DoD 8570 certification in IAT or IAM
• Experience with customer’s Cybersecurity Processes
• Experience in requirements development and analysis
• Experience in security systems engineering involving various computer hardware and software operations systems and applicable solutions in both standalone and LAN/WAN configurations. Experience with security features and or vulnerability of various operating systems as defined by NIST, DISA (STIGs) and USCYBERCOM
• Experience with networks and systems security administration, operating systems, security configuration and account management best practice
• Solid understanding of network intrusion detection methods and techniques
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Excellent oral and written communications skills

Desired Qualifications:

• Self-starter requiring limited direction and supervision
• Bachelors of Science Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) or an advanced IA certification (i.e. CISSP or CASP)
• Experience briefing senior customer personnel
• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous customer requests in a fast pace deadline driven environment
• Familiarity with the RMF process
• Experience supporting IC or DoD in the Cyber Security Domain
• Experience with SIEM technology and applications such as ArcSight or Splunk
• Experience with FireEye or experience with an equivalent endpoint agent application.
• Experience responding to detected security incidents
• Experience implementing RMF processes and NIST 800-53 technical controls as well as developing and maintaining associated certifications and accreditation documentation
• Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS)