CyberSecurity / System Engineer

Join a mission-driven team supporting FAA programs under the RISE contract, with a hybrid work model in Oklahoma City that balances remote collaboration and on-site partnership. This full-time CyberSecurity / System Engineer role offers a competitive salary in the 120,000 to 150,000 USD range, comprehensive benefits, and a path to influence secure infrastructure, federal security compliance, and modernization across enterprise and cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain secure infrastructure for FAA programs.
• Ensure compliance with federal security requirements.
• Enable mission-critical modernization initiatives.
• Collaborate across multiple FAA programs.
• Apply expertise in system hardening and secure configurations.
• Lead vulnerability management efforts.
• Conduct security assessments and associated activities.
• Oversee authorization processes to protect enterprise and cloud environments.

Requirements

• Federal Aviation Administration or other Government Agency experience.
• Deep expertise implementing and managing NIST SP 800-53 security controls, including control selection, tailoring, documentation, and ongoing maintenance.
• Proven ability to coordinate with engineering teams to ensure technical compliance and alignment with system requirements.
• Experience leading security assessment activities, including vulnerability scanning, remediation coordination, and risk mitigation.
• Strong understanding of system hardening, secure configuration baselines, and operational security constraints.
• Ability to support systems through the ATO lifecycle, including preparation of security artifacts and collaboration with assessment teams.
• Capability to assess control effectiveness and maintain audit-ready evidence in dynamic environments.
• Experience identifying, prioritizing, and resolving security issues quickly to minimize risk and program delays.
• Ability to provide expert guidance on security architecture decisions across multiple programs.
• Skilled in applying risk-based decision-making and balancing security requirements with engineering realities.
• Strong knowledge of federal cybersecurity requirements and their practical implementation.
• Experience standardizing security practices across teams to improve consistency and efficiency.
• Ability to reduce rework and accelerate delivery through established best practices and institutional knowledge.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities in complex, multi-system environments.
• Excellent communication skills for translating security requirements to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work across multiple teams and manage competing priorities without compromising quality.
• Demonstrated leadership in driving security initiatives and fostering collaboration among engineering, security, and assessment teams.
• 5–10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, system security engineering, or security architecture.
• Hands-on experience supporting federal or regulated environments (FAA or Government Agency) is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Educational assistance
• Generous leave policies
• 11 paid holidays
• Any additional paid leave required by law

Work Environment

Flexible work arrangements including remote, hybrid, and on-site options. The role involves computer-based tasks requiring extended periods of sitting and focused attention on system engineering, cybersecurity tasks, and technical documentation. Occasional collaboration may require moving between workstations or using collaboration platforms such as MS Teams.

Total Rewards

Salary range for positions is $120,000 to $150,000. This range is provided as a general guideline and should not be interpreted as a guarantee of compensation. Actual offers depend on responsibilities, education, experience, and location. Compensation may be influenced by applicable Federal Government contract labor categories and wage rates. In accordance with local laws, this range is presented as guidance for roles in California, Colorado, New York, or Washington, D.C.

Technologies

• NIST SP 800-53
• MS Teams

AI Disclosure / Consent

• Use any AI tool to generate or suggest responses in real time during interviews (for example, ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini, or similar "answer-assistant" tools).
• Use AI-based live coaching, hidden communication tools, or remote-assistance technologies to obtain real-time help from others or systems.
• Use AI tools that alter or mask identity, including deepfake video, AI avatars, or AI voice changers.
• Use AI code generators or AI writing tools to complete coding challenges, case studies, or written assessments, unless permitted by the assessment instructions.
• Record or transcribe interviews using AI tools without prior explicit consent from the interviewer or recruiter.
• Applicants may not use AI tools to inflate or fabricate application materials or credentials.
• Applicants may use AI tools before interviews for preparation, provided submissions reflect truthful and accurate experience.
• The company does not authorize AI tools during live interviews or assessments unless explicitly stated.
• Applicants agree to follow AI-use rules and ensure all responses reflect their own authentic experience.
• Applicants may withdraw consent at any time; if withdrawn, the company will continue evaluation or discontinue the process if no reasonable alternative exists.