Cyber Engineer- Radar

Job Title: Principal Cyber Systems Engineer

Job Description

This position is for a Principal Cyber Systems Engineer to support the IFICS Data Terminal (IDT) product team on the Ground Based Mid-Course Defense (GMD) Weapon System (GWS) program. The candidate should have experience taking on progressively challenging responsibilities, demonstrating initiative, and driving innovative solutions. They should be recognized as a self-starter with a proven ability to lead teams, learn quickly, and deliver results in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact internally and externally, accountable for the PA IDT system cybersecurity posture, including subcontractor flow down and design solutions.
• Own subcontractor deliverables and be responsible for the review, feedback, and approval of subcontractor design solution compliance to their technical specifications (RMF & NIST controls) and alignment into the Prime design solution.
• Comprehend TEMPEST requirements and ensure proper flow down to subcontractors, acting as design/data owner.
• Ensure Authority to Connect (ATC) & Authority to Operate (ATO) data artifacts are provided by subcontractors, including ACAS Scans, SCAP/SCC/Eval STIG Scans, completed STIG checklists, hardware lists, interconnect diagrams, network config files, ports, protocols, services lists, SAST code scans, product baseline design (CDR) material, POA&Ms for allocated controls, patch plans, and letters of volatility.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Science with 8 years of related experience; Master's degree with 6 years of related experience or PhD with 4 years of related experience.
• Experience using DOORS and Atlassian Tools.
• Familiarity with Agile terminology and best practices.
• Security Certification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Government security clearance at the DoD secret level; a minimum of an interim secret clearance is required to start.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Active Electronically Scanned Arrays (AESA).
• Strategic Planning & Execution.
• Initiative & Process Improvement.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration.
• Effective Communication & Stakeholder Management.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship.
• Taking ownership of high-stakes or challenging tasks.
• Transitioning into new roles with expanded responsibilities.
• Driving initiatives that align with company goals or mission.

Work Environment

This role requires working on-site in a brand new building outside of the Arsenal. The position supports the GMD GWS program, offering an engaging work environment focused on cutting-edge defense systems.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huntsville, AL.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $65.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Huntsville,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 2026.

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Salary : $40 - $65