Sierra Nevada Corporation

Systems Security Engineer III

Sierra Nevada Corporation$108K — $149K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Security, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or related Engineering discipline
  • 5+ years of experience in IT security or a related field
  • 9 years of related experience can substitute for a degree
  • Advanced understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices
  • Experience with security frameworks and standards such as NIST and ISO 27001
  • Current/Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance CI/CD pipeline integration and streamline release processes
  • Direct the Software Configuration Management lifecycle and manage baseline changes
  • Partner with product management and developers to refine requirements and establish acceptance criteria
  • Lead automation roadmap initiatives to improve operational efficiency
  • Drive quality early in the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
  • Facilitate the Configuration Control Board (CCB) for governance
  • Manage release of baseline CSCIs and supporting documentation

Benefits

  • Generous medical, dental, and vision plans
  • 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
  • Life insurance coverage
  • 3 weeks of paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement program
Full Job Description
Are you looking for an opportunity to deepen your IT skills in a meaningful work environment that supports and protects explorers and heroes? Join our team! As a Systems Security Engineer III, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the security of our IT infrastructure. You will lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure IT systems, and take charge of high-level incident response and digital forensics.

Responsibilities:

  • CI/CD Optimization & Process Automation: Collaborate with engineering teams to define and execute an automation roadmap, enhance CI/CD pipeline integration, and streamline build, patch, and release processes.
  • Software Configuration Management & CCB Governance: Direct the Software Configuration Management (SCM) lifecycle—including facilitating the Configuration Control Board (CCB), managing baseline changes, and controlling the release of baseline CSCIs, build artifacts, and supporting documentation (e.g., A&A RMF packages, KBAs, installation scripts).
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with product management and developers to refine requirements, establish acceptance criteria, coordinate UAT, and drive quality early in the SDLC.

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Security, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or related Engineering discipline
  • 5+ years of experience in IT security or a related field.
  • Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 9 years of related experience is required.
  • Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience. 
  • Advanced 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 Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • Information Systems Security Engineer Certified Authorization Professional (ISSE CAP) Certification.
  • Information System Security Officer (ISSO) Security+, Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) Certification.
  • Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE), Linux, and/or Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security Certification.
  • Experience with security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software.
  • Experience in the aerospace or defense industry.

Essential Functions:

  • Ability to work primarily at a computer for extended periods.
  • Capability to participate in on-call rotation for incident response.
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
  • Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
  • Occasional travel may be required.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $108,496.89 - $149,183.22. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and .

About Sierra Nevada Corporation

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is an American privately held electronic systems provider and systems integrator specializing in microsatellites, telemedicine, and commercial orbital transportation services. The company was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Sparks, Nevada. SNC has a workforce of over 4,000 employees and operates in 33 locations in 19 U.S. states, United Kingdom, Germany, Turkey, and Australia. The company's products and services include spacecraft, aircraft, electronics, and cyber security. SNC is committed to providing innovative solutions that help customers achieve their goals.
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4,000 employees
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1980

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