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Scientist, Systems Security Engineering

Anaheim, California

Job ID 17651
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Job Title: Scientist, Systems Security Engineering

Job Code: 17651

Job Location: Anaheim, CA, On-Site

Schedule: 4/10

Job Description:

As a member of the Engineering Technical Team, this position is responsible for the development, design, execution, test for Systems Engineering focusing on Cryptography (Cryp), Anti-Tamper (AT), and/or Information Assurance (IA) for DoD programs.  Must have knowledge and practical experience in Hardware/Software design and implementation, System Architecture, and Verification/Validation/Accreditation in AT, Cryptography, and/or IA on real-time HW/SW applications in DoD programs.  Must be able to work closely with customers, agencies, and across engineering disciplines.

Essential Functions:

  • Execute design, build, integration and test activities, problem resolution and verifying that the deliverable products meet all program and customer requirements.
  • Provide innovative Systems Engineering solutions consistent with business development plans.
  • Provide project management reports as required, support senior level reviews as necessary.
  • Provide inputs and reviews of the engineering technical baseline as part of proposal efforts.
  • Interface with the program’s leadership and other teams (SW and HW) on a frequent basis, conduct or participate in customer and/or program technical review presentations, and provide progress status updates on work products.
  • Participate in the product development process including design reviews.

Qualifications:

  • Position requires a bachelor’s degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) or related discipline with minimum 12 years or a graduate degree with a minimum of 10 years prior relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience
  • 10 years’ combined experience in at least one or combination of the following:
    • Implemenatation and analysis of Cryptograhic algorithms
    • Experience implemention Information Assurance solutions in hardware and/or software
    • Anti-Tamper (AT) solution design and implemenation
    • Experience with Security Certification process and accrediting agencies
  • 8 years’ experience in Hardware and/or Software (or including VHDL) detailed design and implementation.
  • Must be eligible to obtain a DoD Secret clearance or higher which requires U.S. Citizenship.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Knowledgeable of GPS and PNT systems in the DoD.
  • Must be able to work closely with the customer, subcontractors, and other engineering disciplines, and meet customer deliveries.
  • Must work effectively in both independent and team environments.
  • Must have excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
  • Broad and practical experience in GPS systems and GPS receivers, M-code, ASIC and FPGA desired.
  • Experience with hardware implementation or embedded software implementation.
  • Experience in GPS M-Code simulator utilization and analysis of results in support of Security Certification process

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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