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Systems Engineer II

Linthicum, MD 21090

Posted: 03/05/2025 Industry: DEV Job Number: 834 Pay Rate: $168k - $178k/yr Remote Work Available?: Onsite

Job Description


Links Technology is currently seeking a motivated and skilled Systems Engineer II to join our client's team in Linthicum, MD. Our client is a cutting-edge organization focused on growing Cyber Security projects that significantly impact the DOD/Intel community. This is a full-time role offering the opportunity to work on highly classified and impactful national security operations, with a focus on Offensive Cyber Operations (OCO) and Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) activities.

Responsibilities of the Systems Engineer II:
  • Perform traditional System Engineering and Vulnerability research.
  • Support assessments of large-scale weapons systems and other national security operations.
  • Analyze needs, derive system-level requirements, and contribute to the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of computer networks and systems.
  • Perform System Engineering of secure command, control, communications, and intelligence (C3I) systems.
  • Engage in microelectronics engineering, integrated circuit design, and integrated circuit reverse engineering.
  • Collaborate with diverse organizations and teams to accomplish system engineering tasks.

Qualifications of the Systems Engineer II:
  • Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in relevant fields (Electrical/Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science, Math, or Information Systems). (Education and technical certifications, such as DAWIA Level 2 SPRD&E, can substitute for up to six (6) years of experience).
  • At least 2 years of experience as a Systems Engineer, including leading and collaborating with diverse teams.
  • Experience with System Engineering of secure C3I systems.
  • Experience analyzing needs, deriving system level requirements, and contributing to the design, development, and implementation and maintenance of computer networks and systems.  
  • Microelectronics Engineering, integrated circuit design and integrated circuit reverse engineering skills.  
  • Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph clearance required.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Desired Additional Skills:
  • Familiarity with NIST SP 800-160 systems security engineering considerations.
  • Familiarity with INCOSE defined lifecycle systems engineering processes.
  • Proven ability to learn new technologies independently.
  • Experience defining a system of systems architecture.
  • Experience with independent verification & validation of security requirements.
  • Familiarity with weapons system development, sustainment, and security operations.
  • Knowledge of reliability and/or safety engineering methods.
  • Experience incorporating systems resiliency and security engineering concepts into acquisition documents.  
  • Experience in technical evaluations of contractor proposals for systems resiliency, security, and cyber security considerations.
  • Familiarity with embedded systems and RF concepts.  
  • Familiarity with space-based systems and/or space support ground systems.
  • Familiarity with DoD tactical networking.  
  • Experience with Systems Theoretic Process Analysis (STPA).  
  • Knowledge of hardware, software, supply chain, systems vulnerabilities, anti-tamper and exploitation approaches.
  • Experience in vulnerability discovery, and analysis tools, fuzzing tools, and dynamic system analysis.  

Benefits of the Systems Engineer II:
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Matching 401k.
  • 10 Days PTO.
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge cybersecurity projects.
  • Significant impact on the DOD/Intel community.
  • Challenging and rewarding work environment.

Pay Range: $168,000 - $178,000

Meet Your Recruiter

Amber Boytis
Sr. Technical Recruiter

Senior Technical Recruiter and business professional with 13+ years of progressive experience and responsibility. A dedicated partner with candidates and hiring managers from the front line to the C-suite. Demonstrated results in identifying quality candidates in a variety of industries across all job families with strong expertise in IT and Engineering.

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