Job Description

Are you searching for meaningful work crafting and integrating systems to support operations?

Do you have experience with solving operational challenges at scale and applying systems engineering principles to mission-focused capabilities?

Are you passionate about using innovation, emerging technology and insights to solve system-level technical challenges involving the defense of the US and our allies?

If so, we believe this opportunity may be for you and we think you should apply to join our team at APL.

We are seeking a motivated technical professional to help solve some of the toughest problems in cyberspace operations. We work as a multi-disciplinary team of software engineers, systems engineers, and domain experts to build and implement robust and effective systems using the most powerful capabilities available. We care about making a real-world impact and solving the operational needs of the U.S. government agencies and military organizations that we serve.

As a Cyber System Engineer, you will...

• Collaborate with operational partners to understand and detail their needs, and translate them into well-defined requirements and a comprehensive architecture.
• Engage with the external community to promote APL 's involvement in the end-to-end lifecycle development of cyber mission operations capabilities and systems cybersecurity.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to lead the creation of novel cyber concepts, capabilities, and approaches to achieve cyber superiority in emerging domains.
• Develop and apply a detailed understanding of computer, network, systems, and cybersecurity concepts to create, assess, and operationalize novel approaches to solving cyber system security challenges in operational environments.
• Apply your knowledge of systems engineering principles and a detailed understanding of multiple layers of operational concepts, including mission, infrastructure, platform, service, and endpoints to ensure that cyber operations concepts and systems are being designed and developed effectively.
• Document and present findings, concepts, recommendations, and mitigation strategies.
• Guide and mentor team members to develop future leaders and technical specialists.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A Bachelors in a science, mathematics, engineering, psychology, cybersecurity, or other related field.
• 5+ years demonstrated experience developing concepts, systems, or analytics, with an understanding of systems engineering or operational planning.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, outstanding oral and written communication skills, good organizational skills, ability to both lead and work in teams.
• Experience with DoD and/or IC cyber operations/mission forces.
• Are willing and able to occasionally travel, including both local and non-local travel.
• Are able to obtain Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain TS/SCI 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 'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• A Masters in engineering, science, or other related field.
• 10+ years' experience in the design, development, and deployment of sophisticated systems or analytics with a focus on full spectrum cyber operations.
• Experience in conducting research, development, and testing of offensive cyber capabilities.
• Experience in DevSecOps.
• Experience in the development of related documents that define processes, solutions, requirements, and specifications for government agencies (military, federal D/As, state, and local) and public organizations to collaborate and achieve greater cybersecurity.
• Hold an active Secret or Top Secret security clearance and can ultimately obtain TS/SCI 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.

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 http://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.

*Please mention you saw this ad on AcademicJobs.*

Apply Now