Cyber Security Engineer

Job Code: 2025-002          Title: Cyber Security Engineer

Location: San Diego, CA, Pt. Loma

SSI is actively looking for a Cyber Security Engineer to support a Navy Cybersecurity Network Defense contract in San Diego, CA, Pt. Loma. Work is hybrid with one day WFH possible.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Experience with the design, development, implementation, and support of Cyber Security solutions for Navy C4ISR systems.  
• Experience with Navy C4ISR systems and Security Specialist).  
• Experience with Application Layer security principles, special security appliance/devices, and threat tactics to avoid security solutions (e.g. Firewalls, Intrusion Detection, Application Proxy devices.). 
• Experience with the networks, and an understanding of IP Network Routing and Layer 2/3 Switching Protocol specialist (e.g. CISCO IOS/ASA identification of performance risk, and assessing vulnerabilities and threats against classified and unclassified network systems operating in a strategic, operational, and tactical environment
• Assist the High-Risk Review government lead in identifying requirements and developing policy and process changes to reformat HRR for the Navy using a critical approach to provide alternatives and customized recommendations to balance security and mission needs
• Strong understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and how HRR is determined
• Advise clients on the state of cyber policy and systems
• Experience working on complex cybersecurity projects and identifying cybersecurity capability alignment across integrated programs
• Defining security requirements and recommendations using standards, policies, etc.
• Leading meetings and developing presentations and briefings for use by senior leaders, stakeholders, and clients
• Analyze and communicate complex technical challenges to both technical and non-technical clients and stakeholders

• Minimum IAT Level II certification, a CISSP or equivalent IA certification preferred
• Minimum 7 years C4ISR cybersecurity relevant work experience.  
• Desired, bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science discipline from an accredited college or university
• Active Secret security clearance 

SSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

SSI is a HUBZone small business that provides professional services including systems engineering, information systems integration, and technology management services.  SSI offers a generous array of benefits including: Employee Medical, Vision, Dental, and Prescription Drug Insurance Plans, 60% paid premium for dependents.  SSI provides Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability benefits at no cost. SSI employees receive 24 paid days off in the first year on board.  We also provide Military Leave benefits, a 401(k) Retirement Plan, education assistance, Personal Technology Refresh and Employee Referral bonuses. Positions subject to Service Contract Act (SCA) have benefits provided as required by law.