Security Engineer (Multiple Levels)

Program Overview

This role supports the implementation, integration, and ongoing operation of National Airspace System (NAS) and FAA information systems. The position provides certified and licensed security support to ensure systems meet FAA, federal, and NIST security requirements throughout the system development life cycle.

Position Summary

The Information Systems Security Engineer/Analyst provides security engineering, analysis, and compliance support for FAA systems and applications. This role focuses on security planning, risk management, certification and authorization (C&A), system security documentation, and the implementation and assessment of security controls. The position works closely with engineering, program, and operations teams to ensure secure system design, development, testing, and operational readiness.

Key Responsibilities

Security Engineering & Analysis

• Provide information systems security analysis, design support, and implementation assistance
• Conduct system engineering studies and security assessments
• Identify security risks, vulnerabilities, and threats, and recommend mitigation strategies
• Perform preliminary vulnerability testing early in the system development life cycle
• Analyze security impacts of system changes and modifications

Compliance, Certification & Authorization

• Support Certification and Authorization (C&A) activities and documentation
• Implement and sustain FAA Information Systems Security Program (ISSP) controls
• Develop and maintain System Security Plans (SSP), Security Impact Analyses, and POA&M documentation
• Ensure compliance with FAA directives, federal regulations, and NIST standards (including NIST 800-53)
• Support processing of Security Certification and Authorization Process (SCAP) requirements

Security Controls & Domains

Provide subject matter expertise across security domains, including:

• Access control systems
• Network and telecommunications security
• Application and systems development security
• Cryptography
• Security architectures and models
• Operations security

Testing, Audits & Documentation

• Support security testing, validation, and acceptance activities
• Review and develop security-related documentation for audits and assessments
• Assist with test procedures, standards, and evaluation documentation
• Provide technical security support during factory acceptance tests and system testing

Continuity & Risk Management

• Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning and exercises
• Participate in disaster recovery planning and execution of test events
• Ensure the operational security posture of systems, programs, and designated assets
• Serve as a security advisor to program management and technical teams

Basic Qualifications

• Experience in information systems security, cybersecurity, or security engineering
• Knowledge of federal and FAA security requirements and standards
• Familiarity with NIST security frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-53)
• Experience developing and maintaining security documentation (SSP, POA&M, risk assessments)
• Ability to analyze system vulnerabilities and recommend security controls
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineering, operations, and program teams

Senior-level 

• Minimum of 15 years’ experience with bachelor’s degree in any engineering field.  

• Master's degree in related field may be substituted for bachelor’s degree and 3 years’ experience.  

• PhD in related field may be substituted for bachelor’s degree and 7 years’ experience. 

• Compensation Ranges:$114,390 - $240,350

Mid-level 

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience with bachelor’s degree in any engineering field.  

• Master's degree in related field may be substituted for bachelor’s degree and 3 years’ experience.  

• PhD in related field may be substituted for bachelor’s degree and 7 years’ experience. 

• Compensation Ranges: $94,590 - $164,125

Junior-level 

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience with bachelor’s degree in any engineering field.  

• Master's degree in related field may be substituted for bachelor’s degree and 3 years’ experience.  

• PhD in related field may be substituted for bachelor’s degree and 7 years’ experience. 

• Compensation Ranges: $71,010  - $135,625

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting FAA, NAS, or other federal systems
• Knowledge of system development life cycle (SDLC) security integration
• Experience supporting audits, security assessments, and test activities
• Relevant security certifications (as required by program or contract)

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awardsfor our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.

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At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.