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Sierra Nevada Corporation

Global aerospace and defense contractor

Systems Security Engineer 1

Security Engineering & Architecture +1Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeLone Tree, CO, USA$86.1k - $118.4k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Systems Security, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or a related engineering discipline; relevant experience may substitute for the education requirement, with at least four years of related experience required in the absence of a degree.
  • Zero to two years of experience in IT security or a related field.
  • Basic knowledge of cybersecurity principles and practices.
  • Familiarity with security frameworks and standards such as National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and ISO 27001.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Ability to work primarily at a computer for extended periods.
  • Capability to participate in an on-call rotation for incident response.
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in designing and implementing secure IT systems and networks.
  • Perform security monitoring and tuning to identify and mitigate potential threats.
  • Participate in incident response, digital forensics, and loss prevention activities.
  • Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments to identify security weaknesses.
  • Develop and implement security controls and protocols.
  • Research and recommend new security tools and technologies.
  • Document security breaches and assess the damage they cause.
  • Assist with developing security policies and procedures.
  • Occasional travel may be required.

Desired Qualifications

  • 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.

About the Company

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Global aerospace and defense contractor

Sierra Nevada Corporation is a private, global aerospace and national security company serving the U.S. government and other customers with complex engineering projects. Its products include the Dream Chaser spaceplane, a reusable, runway-landing spacecraft developed after SpaceDev’s 2008 acquisition to carry cargo and later crew to low-Earth orbit under NASA contracts. The company differentiates itself through a long-term, acquisition-driven growth strategy, steady execution, and private ownership by the Ozmen family, with the Sierra Space spin-off in 2021 focusing on spaceflight and commercial ventures. Its goal is to solve tough engineering challenges for customers and become a leading partner in defense and space exploration.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Sparks, NV
Founded
1963

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