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Cyber Security Systems Engineer (Expert)

BAE Systems
BAE Systems Salary
Herndon, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/24/2026

Job Description
BAE Systems, a top-ten prime contractor to the U.S. Department of Defense, enables the U.S. government to transform data into intelligence and provides engineering, integration and sustainment support for critical military platforms and systems. Intelligence & Security provides services and products to the Department of Defense, the government, federal law enforcement officials, and troops deployed around the world.

At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. We offer flexible work environment to support the balance in your life and keep you performing at your best. Be a part of a company that is part of the community; driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.

We are looking for experienced Cyber Security Engineers to join our technology-based program supporting a key government customer. This program will deliver engineering services for network infrastructure as well as sophisticated enterprise computing infrastructure including end-point devices, data center hosted servers, multi-Cloud services as well as virtualized applications, and storage systems. Enterprise Computing Engineering services include modern application technology including containerized solutions with orchestrated workflow that function both on customer premise, and via remote Cloud services. Network infrastructure engineering services are comprised of core infrastructure, voice and video engineering, field engineering, application management and development for networks, network analytics, firewalls, network access controls and bandwidth service delivery. This is a fast paced, challenging, and career rewarding experience to recruit and develop provide top talent and solutions on one of the most complex and high profile programs within the government.

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Cyber Secuirty Systems Engineer plans, coordinates, and implements security measures for information systems to regulate access to computer data files and prevent unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure of information. We are actively seeking Security Controls Assessor (SCA) with a minimum of 11 years' experience. Bachelor's or Master’s Degree are preferred in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems Management or similar discipline.
  • Participate in Joint Test Teams (JTT) to verify technical content submitted by cloud service providers to determine if it meets the customer’s defined security requirements.
  • Produce risk data/artifacts that are submitted to an Information Systems Security Manager for risk analysis and decision making.
  • Use experience and knowledge to identify information security policy/process improvements and best practices.
  • Provide technical guidance to projects regarding the system Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process.

Required Skills
  • Systems engineering background with security foundation.
  • Thorough understanding of internet protocols (FTP, IP addresses, etc.).
  • Ability to analyze technical content to determine if it meets the customer’s defined security requirements.
  • Outstanding written and oral communications skills
  • Highly motivated; strong desire to learn new technologies


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Security Development and Operations (SecDevOps)
  • Various security tools and processes such as Splunk, Nessus Security Center, WebInspect, Xacta
  • Cloud security controls and implementation
  • PKI implementation
  • STIG compliance and vulnerability management
  • CISSP
  • AWS Certified Security Specialty
  • Microsoft Office365


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $146670 - $249330

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.

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