Cybersecurity Engineer

Mclaurin Aerospace • Houston, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!
We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Cybersecurity Engineer to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX.
If selected you will:
Provide engineering analysis and technical consultation for the development, design, testing, and evaluation of spacecraft systems, software, hardware, and cybersecurity.
Provide technical guidance, oversight, and resolution of issues related to Multiple-System Domains (Software and Networks) for NASA projects and programs.
Perform cybersecurity impact assessments.
Communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
Coordinate with external organizations to perform cybersecurity remediation.
Operate successfully in a fast - paced cyber systems environment supporting rapid evaluation for Cybersecurity related Risks.
Demonstrate strong customer focus, effective communication skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic, schedule - driven environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

Requirements

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2- 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Eligibility for U.S. GovernmentTop Secret security clearance.
• Experience in Avionics Electrical or Software Systems design and development.
• Experience performing cybersecurity impact assessments and remediation.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity controls and requirements such as NIST SP 800 - 53: Recommended Security Controls for Federal Information Systems
• Experience with network design, network management tools, IT security, and network troubleshooting techniques.
• Familiarity with commercial products used in computer networking technology.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and coordination skills, with a strong customer service mindset.
• US Citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation is required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of NASA NPR 2810.1A: Security of Information Technology
• CompTIA Security+ - Baseline DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II
• Thorough understanding of computer networking technologies, including IEEE 802.3 (Ethernet) standards.
• Experience with hardware and software integration.
• Experience in cybersecurity planning, auditing, and vulnerability scanning.
• Experience with avionics cybersecurity system maintenance (e.g., disabling services, implementing countermeasures, intrusion detection, firewall configuration).
• Experience with spacecraft avionics, networks and flight software analysis.
• Experience applying computer network technology in space systems.
• Familiarity with ARINC 664 Part 7 Aircraft Data Network
• Familiarity with SAE AS6802 Time - Triggered Ethernet Standard

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering analysis and technical consultation for the development, design, testing, and evaluation of spacecraft systems, software, hardware, and cybersecurity.
• Provide technical guidance, oversight, and resolution of issues related to Multiple-System Domains (Software and Networks) for NASA projects and programs.
• Perform cybersecurity impact assessments.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Coordinate with external organizations to perform cybersecurity remediation.
• Operate successfully in a fast - paced cyber systems environment supporting rapid evaluation for Cybersecurity related Risks.
• Demonstrate strong customer focus, effective communication skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic, schedule - driven environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Positive work-life balance
• 100% Employer paid insurance including: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Generous PTO
• 401k after 12 months of service with employer match
• Education assistance
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level