Senior Systems Security Engineer

Odyssey Systems has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Systems Security Engineer supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC/HN) under the HNJ Division at Hanscom AFB. The HN Directorate's mission is "Connecting Warfighters With Affordable, Secure & War-Winning Cyber, C3I & Network Systems", delivering enterprise and tactical-level C3I connectivity, infrastructure, and cyber capabilities across Joint, Coalition, Air Force, and Allied environments.

This role provides System Security Engineering support for program protection, cybersecurity, risk mitigation, and compliance efforts across HN portfolios.

In this Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) role, you will provide expert-level support to Department of Defense (DoD) programs by assisting government leadership with decision-making, planning, and execution throughout the acquisition lifecycle. You will apply your technical and/or professional expertise to ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations, contribute to mission success, and help deliver critical capabilities to the warfighter.

Duties include, but not limited to:

The Senior Systems Security Engineer will support review, analysis, and implementation of the following in compliance with Air Force SEAM processes and applicable DoD standards:

Program Protection Plans (PPP)

• Anti-Tamper (AT) Plans

• Cybersecurity Plans

• Testing and/or Operation Authorization documentation

• System Security Authorization Agreements

• System Security Plans

• System Threat Assessments

Additional responsibilities include:

• Identifying and analyzing risks and vulnerabilities, including OPSEC and INFOSEC considerations.

• Advising on cybersecurity strategies based on system requirements and operating environments.

• Proposing risk mitigation approaches to protect information from unauthorized access.

• Supporting compliance with DoD cybersecurity and risk management frameworks, including RMF and related guidance.

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications

Clearance: Must have and maintain a Top Secret Clearance with SCI and SAP Eligibility

Education: Bachelor's degree in a professional engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program with 12 years of directly related experience (5 years in DoD) OR,

• • 15 years of directly related experience with at least 8 years in a DoD setting

• Experience identifying risks and issues, including OPSEC and INFOSEC

• Proficiency advising on cybersecurity strategies and risk mitigations for complex systems

• Strong analytical and documentation review skills in program security environments

Preferred Qualifications

Clearance: TS/SCI

Education: Master's degree with at least 10 years of directly related experience (5 years in DoD)

• Familiarity with DoD acquisition, cybersecurity frameworks, and Air Force security processes

• Knowledge of emerging threats, countermeasure development, and system certification requirements

Technical Skills

• System Security Engineering methodologies

• Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance

• OPSEC and INFOSEC best practices

• Cybersecurity strategy development

• System threat analysis and mitigation planning

• DoD cybersecurity and acquisition policy knowledge

Interpersonal Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication

• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and government stakeholders

• Problem-solving and analytical thinking

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Additional Information

Location:Hanscom AFB, MA

Travel: Occasional travel may be required

Onsite

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Odyssey Systems is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military's operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities