SixGen, Inc.

Systems Engineer (TS/SCI w/ Poly)

Columbia, MD · Full-time

No sponsorship$201k-$240kDetected 5 days ago

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About the role

We combine innovation, deep expertise, and cutting-edge capabilities to uncover vulnerabilities, protect vital systems, and ensure operational superiority in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
This role requires end-to-end responsibility for applied research and cyber capability development efforts, ensuring successful execution from concept through implementation.
Salary for this position is: $201,000-240,000.

Evaluate, develop, and deliver technical input to the systems engineering process.
Develop technical documentation, system architecture, and system design documentation.
Coordinate with administrators, engineers, developers, testers, government stakeholders, and mission partners.
Establish effective working relationships with government agencies and mission partners.
Deliver briefings on complex topics to technical and executive audiences.
Support applied research and cyber capability development projects.
The selected candidate will support projects focused on developing and implementing next-generation IT tools, systems, and capabilities while providing technical leadership throughout the engineering lifecycle.
Support mission-focused engineering activities from concept through deployment.
We strive to attract and retain a diverse talent pool and create an environment where everyone is empowered to be their authentic selves at work.

Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required (U.S. Citizen Only)
Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or a related discipline (four years of relevant experience may be substituted for a degree).
15+ years of systems engineering experience.
Experience supporting system development, integration, and implementation activities.
Experience communicating with technical teams, government stakeholders, and senior leadership.
Active CISSP, CASP+ CE, or CSSLP certification (minimum DoD 8570 IASAE Level II certification).
Experience developing technical documentation, system architectures, and system designs.
Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.

Exposure to Cloud and AWS environments.
Knowledge of the DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF).
Experience designing and engineering systems from the ground up.
Experience with network architecture and systems engineering.
Compensation for this role will be based on experience, qualifications, technical expertise, and overall alignment with the position.
401K with a 4% employer contribution

At SIXGEN, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.
Compensation for this role will be based on experience, qualifications, technical expertise, and overall alignment with the position.
Salary for this position is: $201,000-240,000.

Employer-paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision) for you and your family
Employer-paid short/long term disability insurance and basic life/AD&D insurance
Professional development reimbursement options available (training, certification, education, etc)
Flexible PTO and holiday schedule
Additionally, SIXGEN offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:
Flexible and remote work policies for most positions

We are seeking a Systems Engineer with a diverse set of technical skills and the ability to adapt to unique mission requirements.
SIXGEN's mission is to deliver agile, mission-ready cybersecurity solutions that empower government and critical infrastructure organizations to stay ahead of advanced cyber threats.
At SIXGEN, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.

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