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Requisition Number: 30640 Required Travel: 0 - 10% Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: $98,280.00 - $150,000.00 Security Clearance: Secret Level of Experience: Senior This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS) , a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems. HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners. Leadership at HII – Mission Technologies HII’s Leadership Capability Framework defines the standard of excellence expected of all leaders across Mission Technologies. Leaders are accountable for modeling these capabilities and building them within their teams: • Know & Grow Your People – Develop talent, empower teams, and build an inclusive environment. • Build Relationships – Strengthen trust, collaboration, and cross-functional partnerships. • Take Ownership – Drive accountability, execution excellence, and results. • Customer First – Anticipate mission needs and deliver value to our partners. • Shape the Future – Inspire innovation and align work with strategic priorities. • Act with Urgency – Make informed decisions and move with purpose. These capabilities define how leaders inspire teams, deliver results, and shape the future of Mission Job Description HII Mission Technologies seeks a cybersecurity engineering professional supporting AFLCMC Fighters/Bombers at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, through the DTIC Information Analysis Center Multiple Award Contract (IAC MAC). The position delivers technical analysis, engineering products, and acquisition support across weapon-system modernization and sustainment for the B-52. Integrate System Security Engineering (SSE), Risk Management Framework (RMF), Assessment and Authorization (A&A), and Department of the Air Force acquisition requirements across aircraft, avionics, weapon systems, embedded Operational Technology (OT), and connected mission technologies. This individual will shape cybersecurity requirements, evaluate aircraft and subsystem architectures, and develop practical mitigations that support mission capability and resilient system integration. Work a hybrid schedule with at least three days on-site per week. #LI-JA1 Essential Job Responsibilities • Work with government program managers, engineers, manufacturers, and test organizations to translate security findings into engineering changes and acquisition decisions. • Deliver technical analyses and evidence supporting design reviews, authorization, modernization, fielding, and sustainment. Independently execute assigned cybersecurity engineering tasks, evaluate technical evidence, and carry problems through resolution. • Exercise sound judgment within established program direction, research unfamiliar issues, and escalate significant risks with practical alternatives. • Build credibility through accurate products, reliable delivery, collaboration, and continuous learning. • Execute assigned RMF activities, including categorization, control selection and tailoring, implementation review, evidence development, risk analysis, and assessment support. • Develop and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Control Traceability Matrices (SCTMs), assessment and risk reports, POA&Ms, and continuous monitoring artifacts supporting IATT and ATO. • Review architectures, network diagrams, interfaces, data flows, requirements, and engineering changes to identify control gaps, vulnerabilities, dependencies, and mission impacts. • Evaluate STIG applicability, vulnerability findings, and security test evidence; recommend feasible mitigations and track remediation through verified closure. • Translate mission, operational, airworthiness, and acquisition needs into traceable cybersecurity requirements and supporting technical documentation. • Perform assigned SSE and authorization support functions, including ISSO or ISSM responsibilities when designated by program requirements. • Participate in integrated product teams, engineering reviews, risk boards, and configuration reviews; coordinate actions with engineers and test organizations. • Prepare concise risk assessments, technical recommendations, and leadership briefings that explain evidence, alternatives, mission consequences, and cost/schedule considerations. Minimum Qualifications • 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience. • Active Secret security clearance required, with ability to obtain TS/SCI; ability to work a hybrid schedule with at least three days on-site per week. • CompTIA Security+ or an equivalent certification meeting the program's IAM Level I requirement. • Demonstrated independent RMF/A&A execution, technical-document review, and clear communication of cybersecurity risks in a government or comparable complex engineering environment. • Relevant degree fields: cybersecurity, computer science, information technology, engineering, or related disciplines. Meet applicable DoD 8140 work-role qualification requirements. • Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 controls, avionics or comparable embedded mission systems, networking, segmentation, encryption, authentication, interfaces, security testing, and cybersecurity risk management. Strong analytical judgment, accountability, and written and verbal communication. Preferred Requirements • C ISSP, CISM, CCISO, GSLC, or CompTIA SecurityX. • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. • Aircraft or weapon-system acquisition experience; familiarity with program protection and multidisciplinary engineering reviews; familiarity with eMASS or comparable authorization tools. • CCNA, CCNP, AWS specialty or advanced certification, or Microsoft Azure professional certification. The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills. Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Do You Need Assistance? If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.

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Requisition Number: 30640
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt
Security Clearance: Secret
Level of Experience: Senior
This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS) , a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.
Leadership at HII – Mission Technologies
HII’s Leadership Capability Framework defines the standard of excellence expected of all leaders across Mission Technologies. Leaders are accountable for modeling these capabilities and building them within their teams:
Know & Grow Your People – Develop talent, empower teams, and build an inclusive environment.
Build Relationships – Strengthen trust, collaboration, and cross-functional partnerships.
Take Ownership – Drive accountability, execution excellence, and results.
Customer First – Anticipate mission needs and deliver value to our partners.
Shape the Future – Inspire innovation and align work with strategic priorities.
Act with Urgency – Make informed decisions and move with purpose.
These capabilities define how leaders inspire teams, deliver results, and shape the future of Mission
Work a hybrid schedule with at least three days on-site per week.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Work with government program managers, engineers, manufacturers, and test organizations to translate security findings into engineering changes and acquisition decisions.

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C ISSP, CISM, CCISO, GSLC, or CompTIA SecurityX.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Aircraft or weapon-system acquisition experience; familiarity with program protection and multidisciplinary engineering reviews; familiarity with eMASS or comparable authorization tools.
CCNA, CCNP, AWS specialty or advanced certification, or Microsoft Azure professional certification.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
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