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Systems Engineer, Senior

Job in Annapolis Junction, Howard County, Maryland, 20701, USA
Listing for: Parsons Corporation
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-17
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Systems Engineer, Cybersecurity
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Annapolis Junction

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.

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* Job Description:

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* Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented  
** Senior*
* ** Systems Engineer
** to join our team!

** In this role you will:*
* + Perform cybersecurity assessments of large-scale DOD systems, utilizing an OCO (Offensive Cyber Operations) mindset to perform DCO (Defensive Cyber Operations) activities.

+ Perform long term, in depth vulnerability assessments leveraging systems engineering principals and knowledge, utilizing any available information, including architecture diagrams, build specifications, design documentation, and systems architecture

+ Perform independent verification & validation of security requirements and capabilities. Incorporating systems resiliency and security engineering concepts into acquisition documents (e.g., Performance Work Statements).

+ Perform technical evaluations of contractor proposals for systems resiliency, security, and cyber security considerations.

+ As a Lead Sr Systems Engineer, you will contribute to building a strong team with depth in the system engineering process to exceed technical performance expectations within the mission space.

+ Leverage your interpersonal skills to foster relationship development with our customers to gain additional insights, information, and documentation to improve our ability to accomplish our mission

** Required Qualifications*
* + Minimum of 15 years of Systems Engineering experience. Experience may be substituted with education as follows:

+ High School Diploma:  + 15 years System Engineering Experience

+ Relevant Bachelor's degree in a STEM field + 11 years System Engineering

+ Relevant Master's degree in a STEM field + 9 years System Engineering

+ Minimum 6 years of experience serving as a Lead Systems Engineer, with demonstrated success leading, managing, and collaborating across multidisciplinary organizations, teams, and stakeholders.

+ Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.

+ Demonstrated experience supporting Zero Trust architecture, implementation, or engineering initiatives.

Desired

Qualifications:

+ Cybersecurity certification (Sec+, CISSP, CEH, etc)

+ Familiarity with NIST SP 800-160

+ Familiarity with INCOSE defined life cycle systems engineering processes

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Experience with / knowledge of large-scale DOD Systems

INFESTED

** Security Clearance Requirement:*
* An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.​

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace.

Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $ - $

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!

Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to   .

About Us

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

For more about Parsons, visit  and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, and You Tube.
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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