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Systems Engineer (Cyber)

Markon
Arlington, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/30/2026
Description

PLEX Solutions, A Part of Markon is looking for a Cyber Systems Engineer to support a SETA Program in the Arlington, VA area.

Responsibilities

  • As a Systems Engineer (Cyber), you will provide technical analysis, capability integration, and program management support to advance cyber capability development and acquisition initiatives.
  • Provide technical and analytical support and capability development and acquisition processes.
  • Conduct capability analyses by evaluating emerging technologies and mapping solutions to Principal Cyber Advisor (PCA) requirements, developing recommendations that support senior leadership decision-making.
  • Perform technical assessments of capability documentation, including Initial Capability Documents (ICDs), Capability Needs Statements (CNS), and other requirements and acquisition artifacts to support capability development and investment decisions.
  • Support the development, drafting, staffing, coordination, and approval of industry engagement activities that advance capability development efforts.
  • Engage directly with industry, academia, federally funded research and development centers (FFRDCs), and other non-governmental organizations to identify state-of-the-art and emerging cyber capabilities.
  • Plan, orchestrate, and provide logistics support for quarterly Industry Days, technology exchanges, workshops, and other engagement events to foster strategic partnerships and collaborative opportunities.
  • Prepare executive correspondence, meeting requests, read-ahead packages, briefing materials, and meeting readouts in support of senior leader engagements.
  • Develop, maintain, and enhance knowledge management tools and tracking mechanisms for the Capability Integration (C&I) team to monitor industry engagements, capability development initiatives, and partnership activities.
  • Monitor industry events, trade shows, conferences, and technology forums, recommending participation opportunities that increase awareness of emerging technologies and strengthen collaboration across government and industry.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to integrate capability development activities, support acquisition planning, and provide technical advice that enables informed decisions regarding future cyber capabilities.

Qualifications

  • Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
  • Bachelor's degree in STEM from an accredited university and 12 yrs experience (OR) Masters Degree in STEM and 10 yrs professional experience providing technical and analytical support.
  • 5 yrs of experience serving as a U.S. Government (USG) civilian or military member.
  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience engaging stakeholders across government and the private sector to identify, evaluate, and advance emerging technology solutions supporting the warfighter, preferably with a focus on cyber capabilities.
  • Experience supporting or building USG-industry coalitions to foster collaboration, information sharing, technology innovation, and development of mission-focused capabilities.
  • Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining partnerships among government organizations, industry partners, academia, and other external stakeholders.
  • Familiarity with existing government and private sector partnership models and initiatives that support emerging technology development and cyber capability advancement.
  • Experience supporting cyber capability development, technology assessments, acquisition initiatives, or emerging technology integration efforts.
  • Ability to effectively interface with senior-level government, military, and industry leadership.
  • Demonstrated excellent verbal, interpersonal, written communication, and presentation skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide technical support, strategic advice, and analytical recommendations to senior leadership.

Salary Range

USD $130,000.00 - USD $220,000.00 /Yr.

The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Overview

Eager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.

At Markon, we don't just offer jobs - we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.

Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.

Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make - which is why we're consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation's most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters - bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients' missions.

Join us and make a meaningful impact.

Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.

Salary : $130,000 - $220,000

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