Appcast

Systems Engineer (Cyber)

Appcast$112K — $196K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in STEM from an accredited university.
  • 5-8 years of experience with U.S. Government (USG) as civilian or military member.
  • Experience engaging with stakeholders in government and private sector on emerging technologies, particularly cyber capabilities.
  • Proven track record in building USG-industry collaborations for mission-focused capabilities.
  • Strong network among government, industry, academia, and other external stakeholders.
  • Familiarity with Department of War (DoW) partnership models in tech development and cyber capabilities.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively at senior levels and provide analytical recommendations.

Responsibilities

  • Support Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy and other senior leaders with technical analysis and program management.
  • Conduct capability analyses to evaluate technologies against PCA requirements and recommend solutions.
  • Perform assessments of capability documents to inform investment decisions.
  • Develop and manage industry engagement activities that boost USCYBERCOM initiatives.
  • Engage with academia and industry to identify cutting-edge cyber capabilities.
  • Plan and oversee logistics for key engagement events such as Industry Days and technology exchanges.
  • Create and maintain knowledge management tools to track capability development initiatives.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid time off and flexible work schedules.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Life insurance and holiday pay.
  • Support for overall employee wellbeing.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Systems Engineer (Cyber) to join our team!

What You'll Be Doing:
  • As a Systems Engineer (Cyber), you will support the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy (ASW Cyber), the Deputy Principal Cyber Advisor (DPCA), and U.S. Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM) by providing technical analysis, capability integration, and program management support to advance cyber capability development and acquisition initiatives.

    In this role, you will:
  • Provide technical and analytical support to U.S. Cyber Command's Capabilities Integration and Development System (CCIDS), the Command Acquisition Executive (CAE), and capability development and acquisition processes.
  • Conduct capability analyses by evaluating emerging technologies and mapping solutions to Principal Cyber Advisor (PCA) requirements, developing recommendations that support senior leadership decision-making.
  • Perform technical assessments of capability documentation, including Initial Capability Documents (ICDs), Capability Needs Statements (CNS), and other requirements and acquisition artifacts to support capability development and investment decisions.
  • Support the development, drafting, staffing, coordination, and approval of industry engagement activities that advance ASW Cyber and USCYBERCOM capability development efforts.
  • Engage directly with industry, academia, federally funded research and development centers (FFRDCs), and other non-governmental organizations to identify state-of-the-art and emerging cyber capabilities that support Department of Defense priorities.
  • Plan, orchestrate, and provide logistics support for quarterly Industry Days, technology exchanges, workshops, and other engagement events on behalf of ASW Cyber, DPCA, and USCYBERCOM to foster strategic partnerships and collaborative opportunities.
  • Prepare executive correspondence, meeting requests, read-ahead packages, briefing materials, and meeting readouts in support of senior leader engagements.
  • Develop, maintain, and enhance knowledge management tools and tracking mechanisms for the Capability Integration (C&I) team to monitor industry engagements, capability development initiatives, and partnership activities.
  • Monitor industry events, trade shows, conferences, and technology forums, recommending participation opportunities that increase awareness of emerging technologies and strengthen collaboration across government and industry.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to integrate capability development activities, support acquisition planning, and provide technical advice that enables informed decisions regarding future cyber capabilities.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in STEM from an accredited university.
  • Minimum of five (5) years - 8 yrs of experience serving as a U.S. Government (USG) civilian or military member.
  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience engaging stakeholders across government and the private sector to identify, evaluate, and advance emerging technology solutions supporting the warfighter, preferably with a focus on cyber capabilities.
  • Experience supporting or building USG-industry coalitions to foster collaboration, information sharing, technology innovation, and development of mission-focused capabilities.
  • Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining partnerships among government organizations, industry partners, academia, and other external stakeholders.
  • Familiarity with existing Department of War (DoW)-private sector partnership models and initiatives that support emerging technology development and cyber capability advancement.
  • Experience supporting cyber capability development, technology assessments, acquisition initiatives, or emerging technology integration efforts.
  • Ability to effectively interface with senior-level government, military, and industry leadership.
  • Demonstrated excellent verbal, interpersonal, written communication, and presentation skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide technical support, strategic advice, and analytical recommendations to senior leadership.
  • Active Department of War (DoW) Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.


Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

About Appcast

Appcast is a global leader in programmatic recruitment advertising technology. More than just a job board, Appcast?s programmatic recruitment advertising exchange connects employers and job seekers through real-time bidding and automatic job ad optimization. Appcast?s proprietary technology and advanced data analysis tools enable employers to source and hire top talent quickly, efficiently, and cost-effectively. Appcast is headquartered in Lebanon, New Hampshire, with offices in Boston, New York City, San Francisco, London, Manchester, and Budapest.
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