Lead, Information Security Systems Engineering (Cybersecurity)

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah, United States. Onsite defense engineering role with up to 10% travel. A minimum DoD Secret Clearance is required; security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

Company

hirify.global develops end-to-end defense technology solutions across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains for national security missions.

What you will do

• Translate NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and related security controls into actionable system requirements.
• Review software, networking, FPGA, and hardware designs for security compliance.
• Support STIG implementation, configuration baselines, and manual and automated security validation.
• Execute RMF activities including categorization, control selection, assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring.
• Develop and maintain SSPs, SARs, POA&Ms, security plans, and other authorization evidence.
• Coordinate with engineers, Authorizing Officials, external assessors, and program leadership on risks, compliance, and remediation.

Requirements

• DoD Secret Clearance required.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, cybersecurity, computer science, information systems, or a related field with at least 9 years of relevant experience; alternatively, a related graduate degree with 7 years of experience or 13 years of experience without a degree.
• One DoD 8140/8570-compliant certification, such as Security+, CISSP, SSCP, or GSEC, or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire.
• Experience with security requirements analysis, systems engineering, RMF, NIST SP 800-53, STIGs, or ATO processes.
• Understanding of networking, TCP/IP, boundary defense, embedded or communications systems, and cross-functional engineering practices.

Nice to have

• Experience with cryptographic systems, FIPS 140-3, NSA certification processes, or high-assurance classified systems.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps, TEMPEST, Anti-Tamper, or related system security disciplines.
• Active TS/SCI clearance or ability to obtain it.
• SETA/A&AS experience supporting government customers and additional certifications such as CISM, CISSP-ISSEP, CISA, CEH, or GIAC.

Culture & Benefits

• 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off.
• Inclusive and collaborative environment focused on professional growth, mission delivery, and technical excellence.
• Equal opportunity and drug-free workplace with applicable background checks and pre-employment testing.