Cybersecurity Engineer

at  Parry Labs

WHO ARE WE?

At Parry Labs we believe the modern combat advantage relies on the speed and scale of open systems. We’re redefining the edge of the increasingly ever-changing battlespace by delivering game changing capabilities to our warfighters through digital engineering, software, and hardware solutions that are essential to our core of being a Digital Systems Integrator.
Born digital and agile, Parry Labs is building a winning team to be the premier provider for Next Generation Mission Systems Integration across air, land, sea, space and cyber.
Are you ready to be an instrumental part of experts in the industry? Join us in the innovation of integration at Parry and apply to help develop the technologies of tomorrow while reaching new heights in your career today.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Cyber Security Engineer to join our Parry Labs team. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and strategic thinking to ensure the effective execution of cybersecurity initiatives while actively contributing to hands-on technical tasks. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading information systems security engineering efforts on the development, implementation, and maintenance of security controls for one or more systems, networks and embedded systems. They will have a drive to be creative, efficient, and thorough in pursuit of cyber security excellence and customer satisfaction.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, or a related engineering field.
• 7+ years of experience in information systems security engineering.
• 1+ years in a functional management role, with a focus on hands-on technical tasks and team leadership.
• Strong understanding of security standards and guidelines such as NIST, RMF, and ISO.
• Experience with assessing the security posture of two or more of the following. Linux, Embedded Linux, VxWorks, Lynx, or Windows Operating Systems configurations and deployments.
• Experience with security technology such as firewalls, endpoint security, application whitelisting, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and encryption.
• Experience securing software containers and orchestration stacks running either Docker Kubernetes, or RedHat OpenShift through all phases of the software development lifecycle.
• Hold a DoDM 8140.03 compliant certification such as Security +, CISSP or CEH.
• U.S. Citizenship required. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance (if not already acquired)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
• Previous experience as a systems engineer or software engineer in the DoD or Aerospace field highly desired.
• Deep understanding of Zero-Trust principles or experience implementing Zero-Trust architectures.
• Previous software engineering or software integration experience. Java, C, C++, Python
• Anti-Tamper experience with DoD weapon systems.
• Experience with penetration testing frameworks such as Metasploit, Burpsuite, Libfuzzer.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification, Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) certification, or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).
• DoD Top Secret Security Clearance.

• Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify and prioritize security vulnerabilities.
• Develop, plan, and implement security controls to mitigate identified risks.
• Lead security testing and evaluation of unique systems and dynamic, purpose-built networks.
• Be a primary cyber security technical POC to DoD or prime customers of one or more software or system product lines.
• Lead, mentor, and collaborate with a team of cybersecurity engineers. Providing technical guidance and support to other members of the security team.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the team.
• Be a driving force of positive cyber security culture in systems, software, and integration disciplines.
• Write, review, and test security relevant system specifications and requirements.
• Stay current with new security technologies and industry best practices.
• Other duties as assigned.