Odyssey Systems

Senior Program Engineer - Systems Security

Odyssey Systems$110K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Active TS/SCI clearance required
  • Bachelor's degree with 20 years of experience, or Master's with 15 years, or PhD with 5 years in a related field
  • Preference for ABET-accredited engineering degree
  • Experience with armament systems is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Identify and assess Critical Program Information (CPI) for appropriate AT protections
  • Develop anti-tamper specifications to guard against technology exploitation
  • Maintain program protection plans related to anti-tamper measures
  • Coordinate with external agencies for compliant testing and fielding
  • Apply information assurance engineering to weapon systems per DoD guidelines
  • Implement risk management practices in the early design phase
  • Develop specifications for information assurance and support security assessments

Benefits

  • Location at Eglin AFB, FL
  • 10% travel requirement
  • Onsite work environment
Full Job Description
Position Summary

Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Acquisition Program Engineer 6 Systems Security at Eglin AFB. You'll be the guardian of the Air Force 27s most advanced systems, locking down classified tech, shaping cybersecurity defenses, and keeping mission 6critical programs safe from threats.

Responsibilities

Duties include, but not limited to:

  • Identify and assess Critical Program Information (CPI) and determine when AT protections are required.
  • Develop AT specifications and procedures that prevent or delay exploitation of critical technologies.
  • Support and maintain AT sections of the Program Protection Plan.
  • Coordinate with external stakeholders (e.g., SAF/IA, AT Evaluation Team, Weapons AO, OSI/PJ, 48 CTS) to enable compliant testing and fielding.
  • Apply IA engineering to air 6to 6air and air 6to 6ground weapon systems in accordance with DoDI 5200.44 and DoDI 8500.01E.
  • Identify missions 6critical functions and critical components and implement risk 6management practices early in system design.
  • Develop IA specifications and support audits, assessments, and integration of secure components.
  • Implement SCRM per DoDI 4140.01, including identifying and mitigating internal and external supply 6chain risks.
  • Prevent introduction of counterfeit materials and apply life 6cycle controls to protect system integrity.
  • Support development of SCRM strategies for quality, supplier reliability, natural disasters, demand shifts, and global disruptions.
  • Support PIT and PIT 6IA engineering for mission 6critical embedded systems.
  • Apply AFLCMC 27s PIT Security Control Assessor (SCA) processes.
  • Ensure secure interconnections with NIPRNET, SIPRNET, and JWICS, including configuration and cross 6domain considerations.
  • Support design and implementation of encryption solutions for weapon 6system security.
  • Provide RMF 6aligned engineering support for assessment, authorization, and continuous 6monitoring activities.
Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications

Clearance: TS/SCI

Education and experience:

  • Senior: Bachelor of Science degree in related discipline and 20 years of relevant experience; OR Master of Science degree in related discipline and 15 years of relevant experience; OR PhD in related discipline and 5 years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Undergraduate and/or graduate engineering degree from a college or university with anAccreditationBoardofEngineeringandTechnology(ABET)accredited engineering program.
  • Experience with armament systems (air-to-air, air-to-surface munitions, missiles, or related systems)
  • Knowledge of DoD acquisition lifecycle processes and DoDI 5200.44, 8500.01E, and 4140.01.

Preferred Technical Skills

  • Experience with Critical Program Information (CPI) and Authority to Operate (ATO) processes and procedures.

Additional Information

Location: Eglin AFB. FL

Travel: 10%

Remote, Onsite, or Hybrid: Onsite

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About Odyssey Systems

Odyssey Systems is an information technology company based in Rockville, Maryland. It was founded in 1997 and provides a range of IT services to government agencies and private sector clients. Odyssey Systems specializes in software development, data analytics, and cybersecurity. The company has a team of over 500 employees and has worked with clients such as the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, and the National Institutes of Health. Odyssey Systems is committed to providing innovative solutions to its clients and helping them achieve their goals.
Learn more about Odyssey Systems
Size
500 employees
Industry
Founded
1997
Revenue
$100 million

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