Cyber Systems Security Engineer Staff
Manassas, Virginia
Manassas, Virginia
Responsibilities
Description:What We're Doing
At Lockheed Martin - Rotary and Mission Systems, we're shaping the future of Undersea Warfare (USW) systems. Our mission is to develop innovative technologies that secure our nation’s defense. We are integrating state-of-the-art cybersecurity solutions into mission-critical systems to ensure resilience, integrity, and continued superiority under the sea and across domains.
The Work
As a Cyber Systems Security Engineer Staff, you will take a leadership role in enhancing cybersecurity across SWFTS (Submarine Warfare Federated Tactical Systems). You’ll drive the development and integration of modern cyber solutions that protect and empower critical Department of Defense (DoD) assets.
Key responsibilities include:
Designing, implementing, and maintaining security controls to protect system confidentiality, integrity, and availability
Leverage guidance from Risk Management Framework (RMF), Security Requirements Guides (SRG), and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) to advance cyber controls in a system security architecture
Integrating secure configuration tools and processes for Linux and Windows environments
Performing security assessments and validating configurations through automated testing and tailored solutions
Collaborating across teams on secure system and network design that balances mission goals and cyber protection
Leading technical meetings, translating security requirements into actionable engineering tasks, and mentoring team members
Who We Are
We are a mission-driven organization built on collaboration, innovation, and impact. From concept through deployment, our cybersecurity professionals work alongside world-class engineers and developers to secure complex systems in some of the most challenging environments on Earth—and below it. At RMS, we foster a culture of Creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Who You Are
You are an experienced cybersecurity engineer with strong technical depth and a leadership mindset. You thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about defending against evolving threats. You balance innovation with pragmatism and understand the importance of aligning security with mission success.
You possess:
A Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
9+ years of experience in cybersecurity, systems engineering, or software development
An Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level II certification or higher (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CISSP)
Expertise in RMF and cyber resilience strategies using NIST 800-53 controls
Familiarity with zero trust architecture and advanced authentication methods
Strong communication and leadership skills to engage internal teams and external stakeholders
Eligibility to obtain a U.S. DoD government Secret Security Clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
Bonus points if you have:
Experience with cloud security and containerized environments
Led successful system selloffs and security integrations
Managed Agile teams using JIRA for sprint planning and progress tracking
Why Join Us
Mission-Focused Work: Contribute to national security and defense in one of the most important technology domains
Leadership Opportunity: Play a key role in shaping secure solutions for next-generation systems
Team Culture: Join a talented, collaborative team that values innovation and continuous improvement
Career Growth: Access training, mentorship, and pathways to grow into technical or leadership roles
Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy industry-leading benefits and flexible work options
Ready to secure the future? Apply today and make an impact with Lockheed Martin RMS.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin's Comprehensive benefits package here!
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related engineering or IT field with 9+ years of relevant experience or Master's degree and 7+ years of relevant cyber experience.
- Minimum of 7+years of relevant cyber security, systems and/or software engineering experience.
- Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level II. Certification or higher (e.g. CompTIA Security+ or CISSP)
- Proficiency in customer requirements.
- Proficiency in in Risk Management Framework Assessment & Authorization Package Development
- Knowledge of System Security related governance, e.g., Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) or Horizontal Protection Guide (HPG)
- Familiarity with DISA STIGs and how they are used to strengthen the system security posture
- Proficiency with security concepts, models and methods, e.g., zero trust architecture and maturity model, multi-factor authentication
- Ability to obtain a Secret DoD security clearance prior to starting this position. Obtaining a Security Clearance requires US citizenship.
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Desired Skills:
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with internal members and external customers
- Knowledge of containers and securing the infrastructure through the cloud
- Experience bringing projects to successful selloff and integration
- Experience leading teams and utilizing JIRA in an Agile framework to manage team workload
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
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: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
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 employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
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.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's 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, develop, 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. 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 you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Cyber Security Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
About
Lockheed Martin is the leader of cyber security defense, cyber operations and sensitive data protection. We employ the world's best cyber minds from diverse fields – people who are passionate about and empowered by our customers' missions. Lockheed Martin's best-in-cyber teams are experts in thinking like the enemy – identifying adversary activity and anticipating advanced persistent threats to strengthen platform defenses, inside and out of our networks.
Our Commitment to Sustainability: We foster innovation, integrity and security to preserve the environment, strengthen diverse communities and propel growth.
Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:
- Full Time
- Level: Entry, Mid, Senior
- Travel: Minimal, dependent on role
Qualifications
What does a successful Cyber Security employee at Lockheed Martin look like?
Check out the info below to see if you have what it takes.
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Analytical
Advancing technologies and out of the box thinking that enable cyber operations, resulting in inventing solutions that will keep us safe today and into the future.
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Creative
Natural curiosity is an absolutely essential trait. Curiosity leads to continual learning which allows you to stay one step ahead of the threat.
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Curious
The ability to anticipate hackers’ intent and disrupt their next move is key. Seeking out new weaknesses before they become weaknesses. Proactively learning and updating systems is how we stay ahead of the threat.
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Proactive
We have hard problems to solve and we look for people who thrive at solving them, who can see problems from both the defensive and offensive sides.
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Problem Solver
Whatever you know today could be different tomorrow as security is constantly changing. Possessing strong technical skills and intellectual depth along with a willingness to continually learn from others is important to adapt to and address the Advanced Persistent Threat.
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Technologically savvy
The ability to analyze and disseminate threat intelligence. The ability to analyze and address the root cause, learn from the attack and anticipate the hacker’s next move.
Quote
“Cyber is the most exciting career field! Every day, there's new cyber threat information that we leverage to shape our courses of action when identifying, assessing, developing, integrating, and continuously evaluating the effectiveness of defensive measures.”
Dr. Dawn B., Senior Fellow
Benefits
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Healthcare
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.
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401(k)/Retirement Plans
Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.
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Professional Development
We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs, funding for cyber certifications.
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Maternity and Paternity Leave
Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.
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Paid Time Off
We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.
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Flex-time
Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.
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