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System Security Engineer Cyber-Supply Chain Risk Management

PeopleTec, Inc. Huntsville, AL

Huntsville, AL

1d ago

Full time Application Security Cybersecurity Tools Dynamic Application Security Testing

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Job Description

PeopleTec, Inc. is seeking a System Security Engineer for Cyber-Supply Chain Risk Management (C-SCRM) to support the Huntsville, AL location onsite. In this role, you will help strengthen the software supply chain by analyzing third-party code, dependencies, and build processes, then translating results into findings and improvement plans for senior leadership through the program PMO.

Why this role

Support a program mission by securing software across the full system lifecycle: design, development, acquisition, integration, testing, fielding, and sustainment.
Own and maintain core supply chain artifacts including SBOM governance, vulnerability reporting, and supplier secure software attestation forms.
Collaborate across a multidisciplinary set of teams and coordinate objectives with internal and external organizations.
Deliver clear, actionable reporting by preparing C-SCRM findings, reports, and improvement plans for senior management and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Provide technical support and security engineering for C-SCRM across the system lifecycle (design, development, acquisition, integration, testing, fielding, and sustainment).
Mandate and manage Software Bills of Materials (SBOMs) for all procured and open-source software.
Perform deep-dive vulnerability analysis and code provenance checks on third-party libraries.
Establish Software Composition Analysis (SCA) and Static Analysis (SAST) requirements within vendor onboarding.
Develop and maintain the Consolidated Program SBOM, Third-Party Software Vulnerability Reports, and Supplier Secure Software Attestation Forms.
Ensure compliance with defense and industry standards by effectively managing C-SCRM processes.
Interface with internal teams and external organizations to coordinate C-SCRM objectives and strategies.
Prepare and present C-SCRM findings, reports, and improvement plans to senior management and stakeholders.
Conduct strategic planning and coordination aligned to program objectives.
Provide technical expertise to peer engineers within Technology Security, Program Protection, Cyber Security, and Technical Management teams.
Use digital tools and methodologies to analyze supply chain risks, manufacturer/supplier relationships, and foreign ownership and controlling influence.
Complete other tasks as assigned by the Chief Engineer and/or Technical Chief.

Requirements

5+ years of relevant experience. Additional education may be substituted for years of experience.
Demonstrated experience in C-SCRM, particularly in defense or aerospace contexts.
Knowledge of SPDX/CycloneDX, SCA, SAST/DAST, VEX, and FIPS 140-3 validation.
Must meet minimum DoDI 8140.03 Defense Cyber Workforce qualification requirements in one of the following work roles:
- 622 (Secure Software Assessor) at the Intermediate level, or
- 652 (Security Architect) at the Intermediate level.
Strong knowledge of industry standards and defense requirements.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to lead and work within a multidisciplinary team.
Previous experience working in a U.S. Government Program Office (required).
Travel: 25%.
U.S. Citizenship required.
DoD Secret clearance is required. Candidates must have an active Secret clearance upon hire and the ability to maintain it.

Technologies

SPDX, CycloneDX
Software Composition Analysis (SCA)
SAST/DAST
VEX
FIPS 140-3

Preferred

Top Secret clearance preferred.
DoDI 8140.03 qualification at the Advanced level for work role 622 (Secure Software Assessor) or 652 (Security Architect).

Program support & coordination

You will provide technical support to the program’s Chief Engineer and Technical Chief, securing the software supply chain by evaluating third-party code, dependencies, and build processes for vulnerabilities and malicious logic before integration across the lifecycle. The role also involves coordination and synchronization of C-SCRM technical and programmatic objectives with internal PMs across PAE Fires and external organizations including HQDA, ASA(ALT), JIATF 401, ATEC, AMCOM, and others.

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