Senior Security Engineer (Integration Focus) Location: Dahlgren, VA
Work Type: Onsite
Remote Work: No
Gridiron IT is seeking a Senior Security Engineer (Integration Focus - AT) in support of the U.S. Navy s PEO IWS-X initiative, to design, implement, and test security systems that protect Critical Program Information (CPI).
The role emphasizes hardware/software security, reverse engineering, and program protection across the system development lifecycle.
Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and test security measures to protect CPI.
- Plan and execute verification and validation (V&V) activities and test events.
- Develop AT Plans, PPPs, Security Classification Guides, and related technical documentation.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure security measures are integrated across the SDLC.
- Assess program risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Bachelor s degree in cybersecurity, computer science, liberal arts, or related field; master s degree preferred.
- A certification such as CISSP, CEH, or Security+ required.
- Must have the applicable 8570 / 8140 requirements including certification for IAT Level III.
- Must be able to commute to the Dahlgren, VA area on a daily basis.
- 7+ years of experience in security engineering, with integration expertise in Anti-Tamper (AT).
- Experience with hardware/software security and reverse engineering.
Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a logical approach to integration challenges.
- Expertise in security testing and documentation.
- Familiarity with SDLC, defense systems, and export control regulations.
- Excellent communication and technical writing skills.
- Background in systems engineering or software development is highly desirable
- Active US Government clearance at Secret level or higher
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time
- Ability to commute to the designated onsite work location as required
Clearance
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Secret REQUIRED FOR THIS ROLE
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $120,000 - $180,000/YR (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)
Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron s benefits programs.
Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.
Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.
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