Military Systems Cybersecurity Engineer

Do you find analyzing and understanding complex dynamic systems exciting and challenging?

Are you passionate about engineering robust and resilient military platforms capable of operating in the face of determined cyber adversaries?

If so, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

As a Military Systems Cybersecurity Engineer, you will...

Provide engineering and operational expertise towards studying, designing, developing, implementing, and testing for robust and resilient capabilities and solutions applied to air, afloat, land, space, and subsurface military and/or tactical platforms and systems. Emphasis is on providing systems engineering expertise to yield effective cybersecurity solutions for Combat and Weapons Systems command, control, communications, computers, and intelligence (C4I) hull, mechanical, and electrical (HM&E) and related mission and/or tactical systems, by employing technology, people, training, and processes to achieve the most robust and resilient systems against nation-state adversaries.

• Analyze and evolve the architecture, design, constraints, and requirements of fielded military and tactical systems to enhance system resilience to cyber attack in the presence of an adverse cyber environment.
• Work on technical teams in the definition and design of robust and resilient solutions for the acquisitions, operations and sustainment of military and tactical systems in the presence of adverse cyber environments.
• Contribute to strategy and early concept demonstration and development for new solutions considering cyber concerns and constraints while respecting and operating within the context of other system constraints.

You meet the minimum qualifications for this position if you have:

• A Bachelor 's degree in computer science mathematics physics computer, electrical, or mechanical engineering, or a combination of equivalent level experience/education/certifications.
• 3 or more years of experience designing, developing or maintaining complex systems.
• Demonstrated ability to design solutions that inhibit or mitigate operational impact from threats given constraints of operations, performance or organization.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to work in diverse teams as a leader and/or a contributor.
• Proven demonstration as a critical thinker, developing solutions to complex problems.
• Ability to occasionally travel (up to 10%) and work as required in classified areas.
• Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You will go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you have:

• A Master's of Science or Ph.D. degree in computer science computer, electrical, or mechanical engineering or related fields.
• 5 or more years of experience with military systems architecture, design, and cybersecurity solutions.
• Detailed technical understanding and/or operational/maintenance experience with combat systems, weapons and stores systems command, control, communications, computers, and intelligence (C4I) avionics hull, mechanical, and electrical (HM&E) and/or other related military operational technology, including embedded systems and supporting platform network and computing environments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cyber issues surrounding real-time operating systems, software-intensive systems, unmanned systems, military standard bus specifications, and operational mission/domain-specific applications.
• Experience with full life cycle systems engineering processes and/or applied research.
• Experience in the design and use of engineering models and tools. Working knowledge of information operations and cyber techniques, modeling/simulation, and evaluation of cyber architectures.
• Demonstrated team leadership or project management skills.
• Proven demonstration as a critical thinker, developing strategy and solutions toward solving complex problems.
• An active Top Secret clearance.

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone's voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.