• Cyber Engineer

    SAIC (Pascagoula, MS)


    Description

    SAIC is seeking a **Cyber Engineer** to ensure the cybersecurity of shipboard C5ISR systems by developing and implementing comprehensive cybersecurity plans and auditing security measures throughout the system lifecycle of the USCG Polar Security Cutter program.

     

    Work is performed on site in Pascagoula, MS.

     

    This position is contingent upon award news, expected in Winter 2025.

    Duties:

    + Develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity plan for shipboard C5ISR systems

    + Conduct cybersecurity audits and maintain security requirements through system trials

    + Coordinate with Bollinger, USCG, and OEM vendors for cybersecurity requirements

    + Support the review of the cyber security design and integration

    + Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards, contract requirements, and best practices

    + Cyber Security Plan, including the Contractor’s efforts to maintain and audit Cyber Security Requirements through Ship Trials

     

    Please view our program page for more information and to view all open positions available: jobs.saic.com/CutterC5ISR

    Qualifications

    Required Qualifications:

    + Education: Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Science, Mathematics or related field

    + **Five (5) years extensive knowledge of cybersecurity principles and standards and C3ISR, C4ISR, C5ISR, and/or C6ISR shipboard systems and architecture** ***** **See below to view desired C3-C6 ISR systems applicable to this program.**

    + Proficiency in developing and implementing cybersecurity plans

    + Strong analytical skills for cybersecurity audits and reviews

    + Understanding of shipboard C5ISR systems and cybersecurity requirements

    + Knowledge of and experience with evaluating networking functional requirements

    + Excellent communication and coordination abilities

    + Experience supporting projects in a Shipyard environment

    Required Clearance:

    + Active Secret Clearance

    Required Certification:

    + Cybersecurity Workforce Level II cert i.e. Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP _Or must be willing to obtain/pass certification within 90 days of hire_

    *** **Desired/Key Systems C3ISR, C4ISR, C5ISR, and/or C6ISR Shipboard Experience:

    C5ISR - Navy Specific Systems:

    + Aegis Combat System

    + Cooperative Engagement Capability (CEC)

    + Ship Self-Defense System (SSDS)

    + Global Command and Control System - Maritime (GCCS-M)

    + Distributed Common Ground System-Navy (DCGS-N)

    + Littoral Combat Ship Mission Modules (LCS Mission Modules)

    + Tactical Tomahawk Weapon Control System (TTWCS)

    + AN/SPY-6 Radar

    + Navy Multiband Terminal (NMT)

    C5ISR - USCG Specific Systems:

    + Rescue 21

    + National Security Cutter (NSC)

    + Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC)

    + Fast Response Cutter (FRC)

    + SeaWatch Command Center

    + National Automated Identification System (NAIS)

    Additional Relevant Systems:

    + Integrated Bridge System

    + Gyrocompass (e.g., WSN-7)

    + Surface Search Radars (e.g., AN/SPY-6, SPS-series)

    + UHF, HF, VHF Marine Radios

    + Shipboard Communication Cabinets

    + Shipboard Alarms and Interior Communications (Safety, Warning Systems)

    + Fathometer and Depth Sounding Systems

    + Global Positioning Systems (GPS)

    + Sonar Mission System (SMS)

    + Extremely High Frequency (EHF) Communications

    + NIPRNET, SIPRNET, SI LAN

    Other Desired Qualifications:

    + Systems Administration of NIPRNET, SIPRNET, or CENTRIX

    + Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

    + Certified Information Security Manager or Certified Information Systems Auditor

    + GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)

    + TS/SCI Eligible

    REQNUMBER: 2511576

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