Cyber Systems Engineer IV - Cross Domain Systems Engineer

Arcfield was purpose-built to protect the nation and its allies through innovations in digital transformation, space mission engineering and launch assurance, miniaturized sensors and satellites, advanced modeling and simulation, cybersecurity, and conventional and hypersonic missile support. Headquartered in Chantilly, VA with 16 global offices, Arcfield employs more than 1,500 engineers, analysts, IT specialists, and other professionals with more than 60 years of collective proven experience supporting missions in cyber and space defense, space exploration, hypersonic and nuclear deterrence and warfighter readiness. Visit arcfield.com for more details.

Program Description:

The program provides Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) core and non-core support in the areas of Cyber Security and Management to improve the Information Assurance (IA) posture of a National customer. The contracts Core Capabilities are: IA Management, Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) coordination and reporting, Risk Management Framework (RMF) application, IA compliance measurements and metrics, Assessment and Authorization (A&A), Vulnerability Management, and Cyber Defense support.

Position Description:

The Cross Domain Systems Engineer will support the design, integration, accreditation, and sustainment of Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) used to securely transfer information between networks of differing classification levels within Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) environments.

Daily Tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Lead and manage the delivery of CDS solutions, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget
• Prepare and present regular program status reports to senior leadership and stakeholders
• Develop and maintain program plans, schedules, and resource allocations
• Ensure compliance with DoD/IC requirements, acquisition processes and policies
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, cybersecurity, and test organizations
• Participate in lab testing, pilot deployments, and operational transition of CDS technologies
• Manage risks and issues, implementing mitigation strategies as necessary

Required Qualifications:

• BS 8-10, MS 6-8, Phd 3-5
• Must possess and be able to maintain a TS/SCI with Poly
• Able to support customer's core hours (0900-1500; Mon - Fri)
• A Cyber Certification (DoD 8570/8140)
• 5+ years of Systems Engineering (configuration management, requirements management/writing, architecture, interfaces) experience, preferably in DoD or IC environments
• Experience leading projects or diverse teams in a DoD or government contracting environment
• Understanding of network architectures, TCP/IP, firewalls, data guards, and security protocols
• Demonstrated analytical skills, communications skills (verbal and non-verbal) and ability to interface with both technical and non-technical, internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the NIST RMF, associated A&A documentation and POA&M management
• Demonstrated expertise and experience in cybersecurity principles

Desired Qualifications:

• 2+ years of hands-on experience with CDS design, deployment, or maintenance
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or similar certification (e.g., DAWIA)
• Knowledgeable of customer's infrastructure
• Familiarity with customer's IA processes
• Bachelors of Science Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
• Self-starter requiring limited direction and supervision
• Experience briefing senior customer personnel
• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous customer requests in a fast pace deadline driven environment
• Experience supporting IC or DoD in the Cyber Security Domain

We are an equal opportunity employer and federal government contractor. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment as protected by law.