Cyber Systems Engineer

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Maxar is seeking a motivated and experienced Cyber Systems Engineer to join our Space Cybersecurity Engineering team. This position may be performed remotely. In this role, you will interact with systems and software engineers, integration and test specialists and others to manage the information security and information assurance activities. This position will provide support to the integrated hardware and software product. Successful execution of this role will combine cyber security principles, DoD Information Assurance tasks and unwavering dedication to team excellence.  In this role, you will work in an Agile Scrum environment working across functional teams.

Maxar Space Systems is a leading provider of comprehensive space technologies. We deliver innovative solutions to government and commercial customers helping them unlock the promise of space to solve problems on Earth and beyond. We address a broad spectrum of needs for our customers, including mission systems engineering, product design, spacecraft manufacturing, assembly, integration and testing. Maxar Space Systems is a trusted partner in commercial and government missions, combining more than 60 years of deep mission understanding with reliable performance and longevity.

Responsibilities:

• Lead Cybersecurity Engineering team tasking
• Budget tracking, forecasting, and reviews of assigned team’s labor, non-labor and program budgets
• Oversees Cyber design requirements for the Space Infrastructure Production Network (SIPN) or any other direct Maxar Space program related cyber infrastructure, as assigned by the Director
• Analyze and resolve INFOSEC technical problems. Configure testbeds and conduct testing, records and analyze results, and provide recommendations for improvements for the products/systems under test
• Support full lifecycle Assessment and Authorization (A&A) deliverables, Security Control Traceability Matrix (SCTM) and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M)

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be U.S. citizen with the ability and willingness to obtain a security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree. Four years of additional experience may be substituted for a degree.  Master’s degree will substitute for 2 years of experience. 
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience
• IAM Level III
• Experience developing and implementing security controls in secure commercial, international and/or U.S. government
• Experience securing systems in AWS or similar, including an understanding of the infrastructure architecture
• Experience working with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
• Familiarity with FedRAMP and FIPS 140 testing methodologies
• Proficiency in the use of cyber related tools (such as Nessus, NMAP or Splunk), network scanning, vulnerability scanning, and other penetration testing tools
• Experience with Atlassian Jira issue tracking software 
• Ability to travel 10% to Palo Alto, CA

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current/active TS/SCI clearance with poly
• Cloud Orchestration Experience in AWS, Azure or Oracle
• Experience working on UNIX/Linux platforms and TCP/IP security
• Previous experience working as a security professional in a SAP/SCI environment on government contracts
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to work in a collaborative team environment
• Experience with Atlassian Jira issue tracking software
• Agile development and/or SCRUM experience
• Experience with SharePoint
• Experience supporting DoD information collection systems
• Effectively work in a fast-paced operations support environment as part of an Agile Scrum team
• Windows Server Active Directory Administration 

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Our salary ranges are market-driven and set to allow for flexibility. Individual pay will be competitive based on a candidate’s unique set of knowledge, skills, and geographic diversity, with earnings potential commensurate with experience. The range for this position is:

$119,000.00 - $199,000.00 annually.

 

Additionally, this position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions.

Maxar employees must follow all applicable Maxar policies and COVID-19 requirements as well as those of Maxar customers and third parties. Individual job requirements may vary, and Maxar reserves the right to modify its policies and requirements as it deems appropriate in accordance with applicable law.

Maxar Technologies values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.