Senior Systems Security Engineer

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Senior Systems Security Engineer at SNC leading secure IT infrastructure design. Overseeing security projects and mentoring junior engineers for aerospace and defense systems.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeBeavercreek • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design and implementation of secure IT infrastructure
Perform advanced security monitoring and threat analysis
Direct and manage complex incident response and digital forensics
Conduct in-depth risk and vulnerability assessments
Develop and enforce comprehensive security controls and protocols
Research, evaluate, and recommend new security technologies
Oversee security breach documentation and impact analysis
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior security engineers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Systems Security, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or related Engineering discipline
8+ years of experience in IT security or a related field
Expert understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices
Experience with security frameworks and standards such as National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), ISO 27001
Current/Active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
life insurance
3 weeks paid time off
tuition reimbursement
annual incentive pay based upon performance

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Hard Skills & Tools

IT infrastructure designsecurity monitoringthreat analysisincident responsedigital forensicsrisk assessmentvulnerability assessmentsecurity controlssecurity protocolscybersecurity principles

Soft Skills

mentorshipguidanceleadership

Certifications

Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance