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Systems Security Engineer

Nightwing Intelligence Solutions, LLC Huntsville, AL

Huntsville, AL

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Full time Anti Tamper Attack Tree Cyber Survivability

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Job Description

Nightwing Intelligence Solutions, LLC is building secure capabilities for forward-deployed DoD tactical systems and supporting authorization efforts with security artifacts that hold up in real environments. In a hybrid role based in Huntsville, AL, the Systems Security Engineer (SSE) will translate DoD security requirements into implementable technical solutions, working hands-on with actual platforms in test labs and operational environments.

What you’ll do

Integrate products into security architectures for tactical systems.
Develop security solutions that fit forward-deployed constraints such as SWaP limitations and real-time requirements.
Create security artifacts for operational systems, including Attack Trees, Key Management Plans, and System Security Plans for fielded platforms.
Map security requirements across frameworks including 800-53, Anti-Tamper, Cyber Survivability, and Zero Trust, then translate them into technical implementations.
Coordinate with platform security personnel and accreditation authorities to support authorization processes.

What you bring

Active Secret or TS clearance strongly preferred.
Experience with tactical and embedded DoD systems.
Security architecture design experience for resource-constrained and real-time systems.
Understanding of hardware security constraints in tactical environments.
Experience integrating commercial security products into government platforms or weapon systems.
Knowledge of operational security considerations for forward-deployed systems.
Deep knowledge of DoD cybersecurity requirements, frameworks, and processes including RMF, Anti-Tamper, Cyber Survivability, and Zero Trust.
Experience developing security artifacts beyond checkbox compliance.
Understanding of cryptographic implementations and key management in operational contexts.
Ability to map security requirements across different frameworks.
Experience interfacing with platform security engineering and accreditation authorities.
Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with both technical teams and government stakeholders.
Experience working on-platform or in test labs with actual hardware and software.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Must meet requirements to obtain and maintain a Secret government security clearance.

Relevant technical experience

Hands-on security or software integration experience with tactical platforms, such as radar systems, missile defense systems, avionics/flight control, C4ISR equipment, electronic warfare systems, tactical communication systems, and other forward-deployed mission systems.
Familiarity with TPM and Secure Boot technologies implementation.
OS internals familiarity in embedded or tactical contexts (Linux and/or Windows).
Real-time operating system (RTOS) security considerations.
Security testing and assessment experience for embedded systems, including penetration testing and vulnerability assessment.
Knowledge of security assessment tools such as static/dynamic analysis and fuzzing applicable to tactical systems.
Experience with security requirements for embedded systems or kernel/driver software.
Ability to navigate complex DoD security requirements while delivering practical, implementable solutions.
Experience translating between operational/engineering needs and compliance/accreditation requirements.

Security frameworks & technologies

RMF, 800-53, Anti-Tamper, Cyber Survivability, Zero Trust, TPM, Secure Boot, Linux, Windows, RTOS

Security clearance note

Qualified applicants may be subject to a security investigation and must meet minimum qualifications for access to classified information. U.S. Citizenship is required, and applicants must meet requirements to obtain and maintain a Secret government security clearance. Active Secret or TS clearance is strongly preferred.

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