Cybersecurity Engineer

Job Description
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to secure and harden a developing military Modeling and Simulation (M&S) system of systems. This role involves assessing, implementing, and managing cybersecurity policies and technologies across simulation platforms used for training, analysis, and mission rehearsal. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of DoD cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, and secure system design.

• Design and implement cybersecurity architectures for cloud-based and on-premise M&S environments.
• Lead Risk Management Framework (RMF) efforts, including the development of ATO packages.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on M&S systems.
• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and documentation in compliance with DoD standards (e.g., NIST SP 800-53, STIGs).
• Implement security tools including SIEM, endpoint protection, and network intrusion detection.
• Collaborate with system engineers, software developers, and cloud engineers to embed cybersecurity best practices throughout the system lifecycle.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents within simulation environments.
• Ensure secure integration of modeling tools and simulation federations (e.g., HLA, DIS) with DoD networks.
• Provide cybersecurity input for technical proposals, design reviews, and configuration management processes.
• Mentor junior cybersecurity personnel and contribute to strategic security planning.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• At least 6 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, with at least 3 years in a senior or lead role.
• Proficiency with RMF, ATO processes, and DoD cybersecurity compliance.
• Hands-on experience with security tools (e.g., ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Tenable, Wireshark).
• Familiarity with simulation and modeling systems in military contexts.
• Understanding of secure software development practices and DevSecOps.
• Experience with cloud security in AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, or other DoD-approved environments.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CEH, Security+, or equivalent.
Experience with DISA STIGs and SRGs implementation and validation.
Knowledge of cybersecurity implications in federated simulation environments.
Familiarity with secure architecture design for hybrid cloud/on-prem systems.
Master's degree
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.