York Space Systems

Cyber Security Systems Engineer

Greenwood Village, CO, United States

$120-180k

Full Time

12 days ago

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Job description

Salary: $120,000 - $180,000 (commensurate with experience)

York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming, and enabling next- generation space mission operations worldwide. Today, York is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in end-to-end customer solutions and the rapid production of spacecraft platforms. York’s complete Space Segment Solution includes spacecraft production, payload integration, system integration & test, launch services, ground segment services, and mission operations, enabling customers to leverage York’s existing technology solutions to get to orbit rapidly and responsively.

We are seeking a Cyber Security Systems Engineer to serve as lead support to facilitate integration of cyber-based requirements leveraged amongst multiple programs in support of system accreditation lifecycles. You will implement security requirements, architecture, and design for embedded and large-scale, distributed DoD space systems. You will apply risk management concepts to mitigate vulnerabilities in system security architectures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform systems engineering activities in the areas of cybersecurity, to include:
Assessment & Authorization (A&A),
Cryptographic System Security Engineering (SSE),
Certification & Accreditation (C&A), in accordance with NIST 800-53 RMF and NSA requirements and regulations
Analyze and ingest security requirements to applicable system of systems
Apply architecture framework to overlay security upon the system
Understand design impacts for embedded and large-scale space systems per system-level security requirements
Fluent knowledge of RMF control application to identify critical impact to prospective systems
Actively participate in design reviews, technical interchange meetings, and working groups to ensure compliance with security and control strategies
Review and update test plans and procedures to reflect compliance with security procedures and security driver requirements
Conduct verification of system design requirements and capabilities, support component and system-level testing and the assessment of theoretical reverse-engineering threats and potential countermeasures
Lead cross-functional team(s) to perform system level risk-based threat analyses, identify appropriate control and mitigation strategies in accordance with the program ISSM, derive and allocate security requirements to system hardware and software elements
Apply risk management concepts to mitigate vulnerabilities in system security architectures
Execute and participate in cyber relevant discussions to ensure system compliance and resiliency with key stakeholders

QUALIFICATIONS

Technical Bachelor's degree preferred in engineering or computer science.
Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and teambuilding skills
Ability to confidently convey technical information to senior leaders and customers
US Citizenship
4+ years of work experience in System Engineering Architecture/Design
4+ years of work experience in Information Assurance (IA)/Cyber Security
4+ years of work experience supporting space vehicle engineering
DoD Space program experience

BENEFITS

In addition to compensation, York Space Systems is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance along with PTO and a 401K.

HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the “Apply for this position” link below. York Space Systems will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed.

York Space Systems 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, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States. This policy applies to all terms and conditions or employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. YORK SPACE SYSTEMS IS AN EEO EMPLOYER.