System Security (Cyber) Engineer, Senior

Responsibilities:Have knowledge of the Systems Security Engineering disciplines to include Anti-Tamper, Trusted Systems & Networks, Cybersecurity, Hardware/Software/Firmware Assurance, Supply Chain Risk Management, Acquisition Security, Cyber Resiliency, and Information Protection.Have knowledge of the SSE sub-disciplines to include Critical Program Information (CPI) Identification, Critical Component Identification, Threat and Vulnerability Analysis, Test & Evaluation, and Risk Identification and Management.Support the Systems Engineer with program engineering milestone reviews, test planning, and certification and accreditation packages.Apply an understanding of DoD, AF, and common engineering/scientific principles, processes, and procedures to improve performance and sustainability of existing and future AF and joint service weapon systems.Apply understanding of MIL-HDBK-516C Airworthiness Certification Criteria, to aircraft systems and subsystems.Understand and execute Air Force Policy Directive (AFPD) 62-6, USAF Airworthiness, associated AFIs and Airworthiness Bulletins through standardized processes and issuance of flight authorizations.Assist in translating user requirements into weapons system requirements, which will be used to design, develop, fabricate, test and evaluate weapons systems, subsystems and equipment for eventual fielding and deployment.Assist in translating production and operational requirements into design, fabrication and testing objectives. The Contractor shall also provide analysis and recommendations to systems suitability for installation, functionality and reliability of systems and readiness of existing manufacturing processes.Review/develop/update applicable systems security engineering program documentation.Apply an understanding of DoD, AF, and common engineering/scientific principles, processes, and procedures to improve the performance and sustainability of existing and future AF and joint service weapon systems.Support the System Integrity Programs including Mechanical Systems Integrity Program (MECSIP), assist in maintaining and updating the Critical Safety Item (CSI) list, and monitor airworthiness certification for mission partner aircraft.Support and assist in conducting the system safety engineering program, including mishap risk assessments; evaluating contractor safety proposals and safety analyses; evaluating safety concerns of using and support commands; and assisting with resolution of high priority safety issues.Assist in performing material solution analyses leading up to design reviews and assist in producing or supporting the development of draft documentation and presentation materials as requested or necessitated by programmatic limits based on cost, schedule, and performance.Provide support to produce or review products that include the following: technical evaluations/plans; engineering studies, reports, and analyses; and acquisition strategies/plans.Assist in the development and evaluation of IMP, IMS, and Systems Engineering Detail Schedule (SEDS) engineering cost estimates.Assist the USG in the performance of disciplined engineering activities to assure OSS&E for all products.Follow the Life Cycle Systems Engineering (LCSE) and OSS&E related AFIs and all lower-level supplements and related documents including applicable OIs.Assist with establishing, implementing, and adhering to LCSE processes to ensure OSS&E compliance is achieved and maintained.Aid the Air Force in reviewing and updating the OSS&E baseline document and shall support the Air Force in the identification of OSS&E elements, progress reporting of OSS&E metrics, and interaction with other organizations to ensure continued OSS&E compliance.Assist in providing rapid response engineering service and support as augmentation to organic resources through in-depth problem identification, impact assessment, and development of corrective actions for critical supportability problems.Assist in conducting the system safety engineering program, including mishap risk assessments; evaluating contractor safety proposals and safety analyses; evaluating safety concerns of using and support commands; and assisting with resolution of high priority safety issues.Assist in developing and collecting technical data and inputs for staff summary packages and executive briefings to support coordination and signature of all associated documents for milestone approvals.Assist in analyzing equipment and software deficiencies; make recommendations for equipment and software deficiency corrections; and assist in developing, integrating, and testing equipment and software deficiency solutions.A ssist in milestone preparation as well as engineering evaluation of OEM and subcontractor recommendations for operational and support issues such as: evaluations of Advance Change Study Notices, ECPs, Contractor Change Proposals, FAA bulletins, and related documents.At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our Family of Professionals! Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here (https://www.colsa.com/culture_benefits/) .Required SkillsRequired ExperienceRequired Qualifications:One of the following:Master's Degree in an ABET accredited engineering discipline, and twelve (12) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, ?ve (5) of which must be in the DoD.+ Bachelor's Degree in an ABET accredited engineering discipline, and fifteen (15) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five (5) of which must be in the DoD.Active Secret clearance required to start. Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance is required; U.S. Citizenship required.Demonstrate pro?ciency in the use of Microsoft O?ce Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams), & Adobe Acrobat.Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.