Space Systems Cyber Security Engineer

Space Systems Cyber Security Engineer

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General Atomics (GA) and its affiliated companies are one of the world’s leading resources for high‑technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies. Whether a specific satellite for a specific mission or a constellation of interconnected spacecraft, the GA‑EMS Space Systems team is redefining how customers can access the possibilities of space.

GA‑EMS offers modular and scalable satellite platforms backed with a history of operational flight experience to support defense, civil, commercial, and academic mission requirements. We’re seeking a Space Systems Cyber Security Engineer to join our team in Englewood, CO. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with the lead cyber security engineer to implement program strategies aimed at achieving and maintaining authority to operate (ATO) for our cutting‑edge space systems solutions.

• Serve as an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) for one or more development programs.
• Security requirements:
  Capture, refine, and integrate information security requirements into system designs and development processes.
• Security assessments:
  Conduct technical assessments to identify system vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Security architecture:
  Design and implement secure system architectures, including hardware, software, data, and operational procedures.
• Threat mitigation:
  Evaluate and mitigate system security threats and associated risks.
• Security controls:
  Review and tailor security controls to meet specific program needs and ensure effectiveness.
• Security documentation:
  Develop and maintain Risk Management Framework (RMF) documentation and supporting artifacts.
• Standards compliance:
  Assess systems against relevant cybersecurity standards, frameworks, and publications.
• Secure operations:
  Support the secure operation, monitoring, and maintenance of deployed systems.

• Participate in and lead discussions in cyber security/information assurance working group meetings with our customers.
• Develop content and present at program design and readiness reviews.
• Support development and execution of tests required for accreditation.
• Responsible for technical and schedule execution of the cyber security scope of work of one or more programs.
• Ensures all work products are produced in accordance with the project plan to satisfy the customer requirements.
• Ensures all work product are completed on schedule.
• Define Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) tasks necessary to complete the scope of work and achieve program milestones.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows: six or more years of experience with a bachelor’s degree, four or more years with a master’s degree, or two or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Possess one or more of the following security certifications: CISSP, GIAC (any), CISM, CISA, or Security+.
• Experience with system design aligned to the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) or similar standards, including full lifecycle activities such as Approval & Authorization, POA&M development, and continuous monitoring.
• Familiarity with NIST Special Publications, including SP 800‑30, 800‑53, 800‑82, and 800‑171.
• Knowledge of ISO/IEC 27000 series information security standards.
• Experience applying DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
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