Job#: 3024059
Job Description:
Senior System Security / Cybersecurity Engineer
Clearance Required: Active Secret (required prior to start) Work Schedule: 9/80 Location: Onsite Experience Level: Senior (8+ years) Education: Bachelor's degree in STEM preferred
Overview
We are seeking a Senior System Security / Cybersecurity Engineer with experience supporting secure system development, risk management, embedded protection strategies, and the technical documentation required to meet DoD security requirements. This role focuses on integrating System Security Engineering (SSE) practices across complex hardware and software systems and requires a strong understanding of security architectures, analysis methodologies, and technical leadership.
This senior-level position supports secure design, implementation, verification, and sustainment throughout the entire engineering lifecycle.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) • Minimum 8+ years of prior engineering experience • Active Secret clearance required at start • Demonstrated experience in System Security Engineering (SSE) and/or Cybersecurity Engineering • Experience working with the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) • Experience in one or more of the following: • System security architecture • Embedded security • Anti-Tamper (AT) engineering • Secure embedded computing • Reverse engineering or vulnerability assessment • Experience creating system-security documentation, such as: • System security requirements • Security architecture/design artifacts • Security plans, program protection artifacts, or policy documents
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in engineering leadership or technical management • Hands-on experience with security toolsets, such as: • Anti-virus and endpoint protection • Vulnerability assessment tools • Host-based or network-based intrusion detection (HIDS/NIDS) • Multi-factor authentication (MFA) • Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools (Splunk strongly preferred) • Scripting experience (e.g., Linux Bash, Python) • Experience implementing security controls across: • Operating systems (Linux, UNIX, Windows) • Embedded software • LAN/WAN environments • DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certifications, such as: • Security+ • CISSP • CEH • Experience in: • Security feature development and vulnerability analysis • Operating system hardening • Secure configuration and account-management best practices • Knowledge of DoD and Federal IA processes, including: • Certification and Accreditation (C&A) • IA controls and documentation • RMF package development • Familiarity with Program Protection Plans (PPP) and related directives • Experience contributing to U.S. Government contract proposals as an IA/SSE subject-matter expert • Strong ingenuity, creativity, and ability to design innovative security solutions
Work Environment
• Onsite in a secure engineering environment • Collaboration with system engineering, cybersecurity, software, hardware, and program leadership teams • Requires proactive communication, cross-disciplinary coordination, and continuous engagement in secure system development
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview
Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Employee Type
Contract Location: Woburn, MA, US Job Type: Date Posted: February 27, 2026 Pay Range: $50 - $85 per hour
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