Cyber Systems Security Engineer

Overview

At Lockheed Martin - Rotary and Mission Systems, we're shaping the future of Undersea Warfare (USW) systems. Our mission is to develop innovative technologies that secure our nation's defense. We are integrating state-of-the-art cybersecurity solutions into mission‑critical systems to ensure resilience, integrity, and continued superiority under the sea and across domains.

As a Cyber Systems Security Engineer, you will take a leadership role in enhancing cybersecurity across SWFTS (Submarine Warfare Federated Tactical Systems). You'll drive the development and integration of modern cyber solutions that protect and empower critical Department of Defense (DoD) assets.

• Designing, implementing, and maintaining security controls to protect system confidentiality, integrity, and availability
• Leverage guidance from Risk Management Framework (RMF), Security Requirements Guides (SRG), and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) to advance cyber controls in a system security architecture
• Integrating secure configuration tools and processes for Linux and Windows environments
• Performing security assessments and validating configurations through automated testing and tailored solutions
• Collaborating across teams on secure system and network design that balances mission goals and cyber protection
• Leading technical meetings, translating security requirements into actionable engineering tasks, and mentoring team members

A Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related engineering or IT field with 3 years of relevant experience or master's degree and 2+ years of relevant cyber experience;
Or 7 years of relevant experience.

• Experience with Linux systems and large system development
• Experience with basic networking switch/router/firewall/IDS concepts
• Experience developing Cyber Security Solutions (in any form) as a team

• Knowledge of containers and securing the infrastructure through the cloud
• Experience in agile methodologies that highlight Atlassian tools, namely Jira and Confluence
• Experience in model‑based system engineering concepts (MBSE)
• Experience in researching new Cybersecurity capabilities, performing trade studies, and providing expertise to peers and leadership
• Proficiency with Cyber best practice security concepts, models, and methods, e.g., zero trust architecture and maturity model, advanced authentication methods, STIG coding practices
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with internal members and external customers
• Creative thinker with strong analytical, problem‑solving skills, and a continuous learning mindset
• Linux experience in scripting and/or development, e.g. Python, C, C++, Rust
• Strong communication and leadership skills to engage internal teams and external stakeholders
• Possess (or must obtain within 6 months of hiring) an approved DoD 8570 baseline certification for IAT Level II (Security+, GSEC, etc.)

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: Secret

This position is located in Manassas, VA.

Part‑time Remote Telework:
The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.

Schedule for this Position: 4×10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.