Cyber Security Engineer
Lockheed Martin •
Position Type: Permanent
Job Description:
Description:The coolest jobs on this planet... or any other... are with Lockheed Martin Space.
At the dawn of a new space age, Lockheed Martin Space is a pioneer, partner, innovator, and builder. Our amazing people are on a mission to make a difference in the world. Every single day, we use our unique skills and experiences to craft, design, and build solutions to some of the worlds hardest engineering problems. Our culture inspires our employees to dream big; perform with excellence; and build incredible products. We provide the resources, the support, and the focus. You bring the passion and courage to envision limitless possibilities. Together, well build a better tomorrow.
Are you ready to further your career in Cyber Security by working for one of the top companies in the world?
This position is for a Cyber Security Engineer on a program based at a LM facility in the Valley Forge area. The selected candidate will be part of a dynamic Cyber engineering team that designs, develops, documents, tests, and maintains full spectrum cyber solutions.
As a Cyber Security Engineer supporting this program, your responsibilities will include:
•Proficient in both Linux and Windows operating systems.
•Assist with vulnerability scanning, patching, and report generation.
•Support configuration management and system setups using Ansible.
•Implement the Risk Management Framework (RMF) as outlined in NIST SP 800-53.
•Create Bodies of Evidence, including security test plans, checklists, and STIG reports.
•Facilitate virtual machine hardening and ensure STIG compliance.
•Provide hands-on support to development teams in achieving cybersecurity objectives for program and operational assets.
•Evaluate and analyze system architecture and security designs relevant to the cybersecurity domain.
•Apply cybersecurity engineering practices to enhance data processing, configuration, transport, and usability for mission operations.
•Provide configuration and implementation support for deployed security tools.
•Participate in peer reviews of policies and guidance related to mission requirements.
•Support working group meetings with the customer, as needed.
•Collaborate frequently with customer stakeholders and site personnel.
•Assist in cyber risk assessment activities, including threat modeling, vulnerability analysis, and mitigation strategy evaluation.
•Coordinate with cybersecurity professionals, system architects, and developers to support security solution development.
•Utilize cybersecurity methods, techniques, tools, and capabilities effectively.
Basic Qualifications:
•Thorough understanding of Linux and Windows operating systems.
•Experience in vulnerability scanning and report generation.
•Familiarity with Ansible.
•Knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST SP 800-53.
•Demonstrated experience in generating Bodies of Evidence, such as security test plans, checklists, and STIG reports.
•Experienced in virtual machine hardening and ensuring STIG compliance.
•Security+ certification.
•Active TS/SCI Security Clearance is required.
Desired Skills:
•Familiarity with Cisco, Juniper, or other networking products
• Possess an approved DoD 8570 baseline certification for IAT Level II (CISSP, CAP, etc.).
• Strong understanding of System Security Engineering (SSE) principals and process.
•Advanced Understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF) NIST SP 800-53
• Understanding of Windows Server Operating Systems (i.e., 2008 R2/2012/2016/2018/2022)
• Knowledge of Linux Administration RedHat 7.X, 8.X, 9.X)
• Familiarity with cloud-based services and providers
• Understanding of cloud technologies Docker/Rancher, Kubernetes, API’s, Jenkins, GitHub
• Understanding of Jira, Confluence, and Gitlab
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: TS/SCI
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we keep people safe and solve the worlds most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture that you align with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your past experience aligns with the job requirements, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Cyber Security Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
•Familiarity with Cisco, Juniper, or other networking products
• Possess an approved DoD 8570 baseline certification for IAT Level II (CISSP, CAP, etc.).
• Strong understanding of System Security Engineering (SSE) principals and process.
•Advanced Understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF) NIST SP 800-53
• Understanding of Windows Server Operating Systems (i.e., 2008 R2/2012/2016/2018/2022)
• Knowledge of Linux Administration RedHat 7.X, 8.X, 9.X)
• Familiarity with cloud-based services and providers
• Understanding of cloud technologies Docker/Rancher, Kubernetes, API’s, Jenkins, GitHub
• Understanding of Jira, Confluence, and Gitlab
Job Ident #:
72120900432
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