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The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.\nJob Description Summary:\nThe High Availability Architecture Group within the Systems Engineering directorate is seeking a Senior System Security Engineer to guide and facilitate concept development, mission-system analysis, and requirement definition & compliance for critical, yet novel & disruptive cyber resilient technologies. This handpicked candidate must possess a unified System Security, Cybersecurity, and Cryptography expertise that can expand Draper’s insight to address national security threats which remain prevalent throughout critical enterprises, infrastructure, systems, and operations. A successful candidate will be equipped to propose modern solutions embedded with security awareness, that adhere to NIST, NSA, and DoD standards, to proactively mitigate unacceptable loss and unrecoverable downtime throughout their lifecycle. The multidisciplinary proficiencies supporting this initiative are System Security Concepts & Design Principles, Resilient Architecture, Anomaly & Contingency Management, and Cryptography & Key Management.Job Description:\nDuties/Responsibilities\nDevelop, execute and track the performance of security measures to protect information and network infrastructure and computer systems.\nDesign computer security strategy and engineer comprehensive cybersecurity architecture.\nIdentify, define and document system security requirements and recommend solutions to management.\nConfigure, troubleshoot and maintain security infrastructure software and hardware.\nInstall software that monitors systems and networks for security breaches and intrusions.\nMonitor systems for irregular behavior and set up preventive measures.\nPlan, develop, implement and update company’s information security strategy.\nEducate and train staff on information system security best practices.\nHelp define a security approach for a particular defined problem and independently execute plan.\nContribute high quality content for technical reports and presentations with minimal guidance.\nAdapt appropriately to changes in program requirements.\nProactively identify needs and concerns associated with plan execution and communicate them to project leadership. Skills/Abilities\nCuriosity-driven approach to solving complex, industry and customer-driven problems as part of a multi-disciplinary team.\nCollaborate and communicate effectively and openly with multi-disciplinary program team members. program leadership, and non-technical personnel\nTeam player able to work in a fast-paced environment.\nAbility to balance multiple competing tasks and demands. Education Requires a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field. Master's degree preferred. Experience\nBachelor's degree requires 3-5 years' experience of working on System Security Engineer or other relevant position.\nMaster's degree requires 0-2 years' experience of working on System Security Engineer or other relevant position.\nAdditional Job Description:\nPreferred Qualifications:\nProficiency applying System Theoretic Process Analysis for Security (STPA-Sec) to industry challenge problems\nProficiency with Model-based System Engineering toolkits, such as Cameo/MagicDraw, DOORs/DoorsNG, Jama Connect for the purposes of attack surface modeling and rapid impact & gap analysis for validation\nAn astute understanding of the applications of cryptography for complex weapon and space systems, cryptographic key management, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and the NSA’s Key Management Infrastructure\nExperience documenting compliance towards parent specifications and standards (i.e.: NIST SP 800.160, NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0, DoD Cyber Tabletop Guide, NIST SP 800-57, NIST 800.53 & Risk Management Framework (RMF), MITRE Attack Framework, and DoD Instruction 3150.02)\nProficiency in requirement derivation, definition, and analysis for System Security, Network Security, and Data Security needs\nExperience integrating vulnerability remediation, risk mitigation, and incident response within the Systems Engineering process.\nExperience drafting innovative R&D proposals to commercial government sponsors\nApplicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security Government security clearance.\nConnect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration.\nJob Location - City:\nCambridgeJob Location - State:\nMassachusettsJob Location - Postal Code:\n02139-3563The US base salary range for this full-time position is\n$62,500.00 - $205,750.00Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role.Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.\nOur work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.\nDraper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. 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