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Lockheed Martin · 7 hours ago

Cyber Security Systems Engineer - Early Career

Lockheed Martin is a leader in Aerospace and Defense, dedicated to innovation and integrity. The Cyber Security Systems Engineer will support the Air Force Special Operations Command program by planning, designing, and implementing cyber solutions, as well as conducting risk assessments and ensuring compliance with security requirements.

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Responsibilities

Conducting cyber risk assessment activities, including vulnerability analysis, and analysis of mitigation solutions
Conducting cybersecurity test and evaluation of hardware and/or software designs to verify and validate compliance with defined specifications and requirements
Implementing appropriate Assessment and Authorization activities as required by customers
Evaluating Linux and Windows computing platform devices, network designs, and devices for cyber security vulnerabilities
Assessing and driving mitigation efforts of system security threats/risks throughout the program lifecycle
Validating system security requirements definition and supporting secure systems operations and maintenance
Implementation of security policies to meet Risk Management Framework (RMF) objectives including monthly operating system (OS) and software patches and quarterly reviews of Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIG)
Interacting significantly with other technicians, analysts, and engineers to implement security designs, resolve vulnerabilities, modify system or software components security settings, and mitigate risk

Qualification

Cyber risk assessmentSecurity policies implementationRisk Management Framework (RMF)Linux evaluationWindows evaluationScripting PythonScripting BashScripting PowerShellMcAfee ePolicy OrchestratorCisco administrationSplunkCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Software Engineering or Systems Engineering
Ability to analyze security reports and mitigate security vulnerabilities
Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance
Must be willing to travel up to 30%
Security+ or equivalent certification required within in 3 months of employment

Preferred

Security + or equivalent DoD 8570 certification
Experience using McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator
Experience with Cisco administration
Experience using Security Center/ACAS – Assured Compliance Assessment Solution
Experience using Splunk - Security Information and Event Management tools
Experience with Host Base Security System (HBSS) Deployment and management
Scripting experience (e.g. Python, Bash, PowerShell)
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP
Education Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid time off
Holidays

Company

Lockheed Martin

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Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$6.06B
Key Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M

Leadership Team

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Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
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Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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