Cybersecurity Engineer

SSI is seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Engineer to provide blue team, cybersecurity engineering support for the research, testing, and development of advanced military systems. As cyber threats continue to rise, integrating robust security measures from the outset is critical. This role involves analyzing cybersecurity risks, designing and implementing secure systems, conducting rigorous testing, and maintaining cybersecurity throughout the lifecycle of military systems. The ideal candidate will also assess and enhance the security posture of legacy systems to ensure resilience against emerging threats.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze cybersecurity risks in military systems to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Design and implement secure architectures to prevent cyberattacks and unauthorized access.
• Perform Testing & Evaluation (T&E) on systems to identify weaknesses and enhance security controls.
• Maintain and enforce cybersecurity measures throughout the entire system lifecycle.
• Evaluate and enhance the security of legacy systems to ensure continued compliance and protection.
• Apply advanced cybersecurity frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and MITRE D3FEND to strengthen defense mechanisms.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments using tools such as the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) and remediate findings by implementing vendor patches across Linux and Windows environments.
• Design, implement, configure, and enforce security controls on networks, hardware, and software components.
• Stay updated on emerging threats and provide threat intelligence insights to enhance system security.