Project Engineer-Secure Systems Architecture job opportunity at The Aerospace Corporation.



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The Aerospace Corporation Project Engineer-Secure Systems Architecture
Experience: 8-years
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loacation Albuquerque, NM, United States Of America
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The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) staff couple the latest in information system technologies, such as elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real-time operating systems, and visualization frameworks, with expertise in cyber security, software architecture, software engineering, data science, Artificial Intelligence, process improvement, and software development to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to our IC, DoD, and civilian customers.     Aerospace's Cyber Security and Advanced Platforms Subdivision, Advanced Cryptographic Capabilities Department is seeking a Communication/System Security/Crypto Engineer to help design, implement, assess and deploy data-in-transit solutions that defend our nation's most valuable assets in space. We are seeking a highly motivated Communication/System Security/Crypto Project Engineer | Senior Project Engineer with a desire to support customers across a full spectrum of system security, crypto, and communications system activities.     This is a full-time position based in Albuquerque and Kirtland AFB, New Mexico , which is 100%onsite.     What You’ll Be Doing   Provide direct engineering support primarily to the Space Rapid Capabilities Office .  Additional support may occasionally be requested for Space Systems Command, Air Force Research Lab and Space Development Agency customers.   Advise government customers and their program contractors on cryptographic capability design and implementation .   Perform research and technical assessments in areas of cryptography, network security, cybersecurity, communications integration .   Review and develop technical designs, Concept of Operations (CONOPs), system test plans, technical documentation and provide feedback and guidance in both oral and written form .   Develop technical information for ground and space systems to include integration of cryptographic hardware, system security controls, long-haul communications, securing data-in-transit .   Communicate with multiple government agencies, contractors, and vendors to develop new cryptographic, system security, and communications technologies .   Author and/or co-author technical engineering documents in relation cryptography, network secu rity and system security .     What You Need to be Successful   Minimum Requirements for the Project Engineer – Secure Enterprise Crypto Architect role   Bachelors degree in Informatio n Techn ology, I nforma tion Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity or similar STEM  technical area of study   8 years of experience in cryptographic technologies is desired for the support for SpRCO     Demonstrated ability  to communicate and have effective collaboration in a cross functional, matrix environment   to support multiple local and remote customer locations within multiple programs   Proven experience in n etwork engineering, network architecture, long-haul communications knowledge and experience     Expertise in developing and presenting technical reports, concept documents (CONOPs), briefings and analytical assessment for different audiences.   Willing to travel domestically up to 25% of the time   This position requires a current TS/SCI security clearance with SAP eligibility, wh ich is issued by the US Government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance     In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Senior Project Engineer – Secure Enterprise Crypt o Architect rol e :   A minimum of 12 years engineering experience in   in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or Network Engineering   Working knowledge of multiple types of Proven ability and expertise in  crypt ographic technologies, standards, and policies   Strong leadership, team management and collaboration abilities .    Proficient in Linux and its native programming or scripting languages     How You Can Stand Out   It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:   Advanced degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity or similar technical area of study   Experience with implementing and operating COMSEC items, primarily space-based cryptographic solutions, but also terrestrial cryptographic solutions   Experience with space and ground system infrastructure, including design, implementation, and operation of COMSEC hardware, network devices, compute systems   Experience with designing or implementing data-in-transit flows and data structures—both space and ground—at all layers of OSI model   Experience with configuring Amazon Web Services (AWS) based cloud computing services   Proficient in Linux and its native programming or scripting languages   Test plan authoring, editing, review, and execution   Current TS/SCI with the ability to obtain SAP clearances, which is issued by the US government. US citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.   Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change    Engage with Impact    Foster Innovation    Deliver Results   Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type.  A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at  peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review  Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal . 

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