Senior Specialist, Information Security Systems Engineering

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah, US; onsite role

Company

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

What you will do

• Provide security architecture and requirements oversight for high-assurance defense systems.
• Interpret NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and related guidance into implementable engineering requirements.
• Support STIG and configuration-baseline implementation and validation.
• Execute RMF activities, including categorization, control selection, implementation, assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring.
• Develop, maintain, and review RMF documentation, including SSPs, SARs, POA&Ms, and security plans.
• Review software, networking, and hardware designs; coordinate with engineers, Authorizing Officials, assessors, and program leadership on authorization, compliance, risks, and remediation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, cybersecurity, computer science, information systems, or a related discipline with at least 6 years of relevant experience; or a related graduate degree with 4 years of relevant experience; or 10 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Active Secret security clearance required.
• Security-clearance eligibility is limited to U.S. citizens.
• Experience with security engineering requirements analysis, design, and testing.
• Experience applying NIST SP 800-53 controls, STIGs, and RMF processes, preferably in DoD environments.
• Experience with high-assurance or classified systems, security authorization or ATO processes, and technical documentation.
• Understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, network architecture, and boundary defense.
• Ability to work across software, networking, FPGA, and hardware engineering teams.

Nice to have

• Exposure to cryptographic systems, FIPS 140-3, NSA certification processes, embedded or communications systems, DevSecOps, TEMPEST, Anti-Tamper, or related system-security disciplines.
• Experience supporting government customers in a SETA/A&AS role or working in cross-functional engineering teams.
• Additional certifications such as CISM, CISSP-ISSEP, CISA, CEH, or GIAC.
• DoD 8140/8570-compliant certification such as Security+, CISSP, SSCP, or GSEC, or ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive, engaging workplace focused on professional growth, community commitment, and work-life success.
• 9/80 schedule: 80 hours over 9 of every 14 days, with every other Friday off.
• Travel of up to 10% as needed.
• Pre-employment background checks and substance-abuse testing may apply where permitted by law.