Overview
On Site
USD 108,500.00 - 171,500.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
Systems Architecture
Technical Support
Impact Analysis
Information Architecture
Security Architecture
DoD
System Security
Communications Security
IT Security
Business Development
Presentations
Design Documentation
Prototyping
Testing
Encryption
Network Layer
Network
Mapping
System Requirements
Computer Hardware
FPGA
Evaluation
Business Requirements Gathering
Systems Engineering
Computer Networking
Attention To Detail
Management
Reporting
Documentation
Communication
Systems Design
Risk Management Framework
Information Assurance
Agile
Pick
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Visio
Security Clearance
Finance
Genetics
SAP BASIS
Job Details
About us
One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We're looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.
What you'll do
This is a role for a Information Assurance (IA) Systems Security Engineer who is eager to contribute to a small, fast-paced team in Secure Networks Systems - Viasat Government. You will have a systems architecture background to support security design and certification on U.S. Government High Assurance communications programs. Provide technical support and oversight as part of a program team's system engineering effort for IA design and development, including security architecture analysis, security requirements definition and allocation and identification of potential security vulnerabilities. Requires generation of security-related documentation per Department of Defense (DOD) standards and leading system security architecture design in a team environment. Background in High Assurance (NSA) Communications Security (COMSEC) and Transmission Security (TRANSEC) design, certification requirements and techniques are required. High Assurance Computer Security (COMPUSEC) requirements background a plus. Support for new security related business development, including proposals, white papers, and presentations, as well as interfacing with Government customers, is required.
The day-to-day
What you'll need
What will help you on the job
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Salary range
$108,500.00 - $171,500.00 / annually.For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $135,000.00- $202,000.00/ annually
At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat's comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at
EEO Statement
Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.
One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We're looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.
What you'll do
This is a role for a Information Assurance (IA) Systems Security Engineer who is eager to contribute to a small, fast-paced team in Secure Networks Systems - Viasat Government. You will have a systems architecture background to support security design and certification on U.S. Government High Assurance communications programs. Provide technical support and oversight as part of a program team's system engineering effort for IA design and development, including security architecture analysis, security requirements definition and allocation and identification of potential security vulnerabilities. Requires generation of security-related documentation per Department of Defense (DOD) standards and leading system security architecture design in a team environment. Background in High Assurance (NSA) Communications Security (COMSEC) and Transmission Security (TRANSEC) design, certification requirements and techniques are required. High Assurance Computer Security (COMPUSEC) requirements background a plus. Support for new security related business development, including proposals, white papers, and presentations, as well as interfacing with Government customers, is required.
The day-to-day
- Design, documentation, implementation, prototyping, and testing of next generation encryption devices on cutting edge high speed or ultra-low power digital circuit boards for Layer 3 In-line Network Encryptors.
- Developing, decomposing, linking and mapping system requirements to Hardware, Software, and Programmable Logic (FPGA) disciplines.
- Authoring and reviewing Documentation required for NSA Certification, e.g. (Security Evaluation Documents, requirements documentation, Key and Certificate Management Plan (KCMP)
What you'll need
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Discipline
- 8+ years communication systems design experience
- Strong system, software, or test background including design and implementation
- Deep understanding of system engineering processes from requirements to test with experience in managing process activities
- Strong understanding of networking protocols highly desired
- Must be able to prioritize, be detail oriented, and have history of managing time well to accomplish multiple tasks in parallel
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to work with a temporally and geographically diverse team
- Ability to document and report on technical solutions/findings
- Good working knowledge of MS Office products for documentation creation and modification
- Desire to be part of a multidisciplinary team to evaluate and troubleshoot production related issues
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, take ownership of tasks and results
- ship and active SECRET security clearance is required
- Ability to travel up to 10%
What will help you on the job
- Master's Degree in Engineering Discipline
- 12+ years communication systems design experience
- Experience working on National Security Systems certified by NSA
- Strong understanding of Risk Management Framework, Information Assurance, and Anti-Tamper techniques.
- Fast and agile learner. Able to pick up new topics quickly and retain that knowledge.
- Adept with Excel and Visio
- ship and current TOP SECRET security clearance
#LI-GS1
Salary range
$108,500.00 - $171,500.00 / annually.For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $135,000.00- $202,000.00/ annually
At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat's comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at
EEO Statement
Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.
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