Systems Security Engineer Lead

Job Description

BAE Systems is seeking an exceptional Systems Security Engineer (SSE) to provide leadership and management support the Air Force's acquisition of the next-generation Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM), the Sentinel weapon system. This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing team within a large defense company with an extraordinary, positive culture and mission focus.

As the Systems Security Engineering lead, you will play a critical role in ensuring the security and integrity of the Sentinel weapon system. You will assess and review requirements decomposition developed by the Prime contractor to ensure compliance with US Government (USG) Weapon System Specification (WSS) for the Sentinel weapon system. Your responsibilities will also include coordinating with multiple internal stakeholders to document requirements discrepancies and overall requirement quality management, providing technical expertise in Program Protection related efforts, and contributing to executing day-to-day team responsibilities. Additionally, you will evaluate technology tools and systems to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and applicable protection of information.

In this role, you will also provide leadership, leading the way and providing critical feedback for the weapon system's requirements while guidance a team of highly skilled employees. This is a unique opportunity to develop your leadership skills and make a significant impact on the program. As a leader, you will be responsible for shaping the development and deployment of the next-generation ICBM, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the success of the Sentinel program.

To be successful in this role, you will need to have US Citizenship status, knowledge and experience working with DoD and/or Air Force policies and processes, and skills and expertise in multiple areas, including security requirements, security architecture views, threat assessment, networking, security technologies, hardware and software security, security test and evaluation, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and supply chain security risk assessment. Leadership experience is also required, with the ability to influence, inspire, and guide a team of highly skilled employees.

By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to work on a long-term project with a significant impact on national security, deploying over a nine-year period beginning in approximately 2026 and remaining operational until at least 2075. You will also enjoy a healthy work-life balance and a "Top Workplace" culture, recognized for five consecutive years. The Sentinel Program is a complex "Mega-Project" modernizing the entire ICBM weapon system deployed across tens of thousands of square miles in five states. It includes a complete refurbishment of hundreds of aging Minuteman III ICBM facilities, communications network, and a newly designed, technologically advanced ballistic missile, the Sentinel.

If you're a motivated and experienced Systems Security Engineer with leadership experience looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply now to join our team and make a difference in the development of the Sentinel weapon system.

Pursuant to Government contract, this position requires US Citizenship status.

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• B.S. in STEM with 7 years or M.S. with 5 years of experience in systems engineering, preferably requirements evaluation and development.

• Self-motivated proactive person with a “team player” mentality.

• Highly organized with acute attention to detail.

• Possess a willingness to learn while also sharing current knowledge/skills.

• Proactively provides ideas/thoughts and accepts constructive criticism.

• Values brainstorming and fostering strong team relationships.

• Possesses both strategic thinking skills and tactical execution skills.

• Strong communication skills (verbal & written).

• Must currently have a Secret clearance adjudicated in the last 5 years or on CE.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Demonstrated proficiency with Cameo and DOORs or other requirements management tools.

• Prior experience with DoD/Air Force weapons systems.

• Specific ICBM weapon system experience is a plus.

• Familiarity with Security Classification Guide(s).

• Familiarity with Program Protection and Supply Chain Risk Management.

• Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).

• Familiar with digital architectures, especially DoDAF and SysML.

• Familiar with requirements decomposition and allocations.

• Ability to possess a Top-Secret Clearance.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118504 - $201457

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.