Principal Cybersecurity Engineer Job at Leonardo DRS in Bridgeton

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Principal Cybersecurity Engineer

Location:

Bridgeton, MO, US, 63044

Job ID: 112707

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 5-year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.

Job Summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking a full-time Principal Cybersecurity Engineer for our Bridgeton, MO facility. The selected candidate will focus on security assessment and risk management of IT systems embedded within tactical vehicles. This senior technical role is critical in ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive data and systems operating in challenging environments. The ideal candidate will be a recognized subject matter expert in the Risk Management Framework (RMF), with a proven track record of applying it to complex systems. This role requires advanced technical expertise, analytical skills, and the ability to mentor and serve as a technical authority within the team.

Job Responsibilities

• Risk Management Framework (RMF) Implementation: Provide guidance for the RMF process for IT systems within tactical vehicles, from system categorization (SP 800-60) through security control selection (SP 800-53), implementation, assessment, authorization, and monitoring.
• Security Assessments: Lead security assessments of tactical vehicle IT systems, including vulnerability scanning, penetration testing (where authorized), architecture reviews, and configuration analysis.
• Documentation: Develop and review RMF documentation such as SSPs, SARs, Risk Assessments, POA&Ms, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Security Control Implementation and Validation: Advise engineering teams on security controls, including configuration, hardening guidelines, and system design influence.
• Vulnerability Management: Oversee vulnerability identification, analysis, prioritization, and remediation strategies.
• Compliance: Ensure security activities and documentation comply with DoD instructions, NIST publications, CMMC, and other regulations.
• Collaboration: Work with engineers, system admins, program managers, and government reps to integrate security throughout the system lifecycle.
• Mentorship: Mentor junior engineers, fostering growth and expanding team capabilities.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current on cybersecurity threats and technologies; recommend process improvements.
• Travel: May require travel up to 25%, including test facilities and occasional 1-2 week trips.
• Additional Responsibilities: Support organizational culture, attend meetings, and lead less-experienced engineers.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Relevant cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CASP+, CISM, CISA, CRISC, Security+, (ISC)2 certifications, CCNA, Network+)
• At least 8 years in cybersecurity engineering with focus on RMF and security assessments
• Strong knowledge of NIST SP 800-37, 53, 60, 160, and related publications
• Experience with security assessment tools like Nessus or ACAS
• Experience with security assessment tools, static/dynamic analysis, network analysis
• Proficiency in Linux and Windows
• Scripting experience (Python, PowerShell, Bash, Perl)
• Experience with network hardware security hardening and troubleshooting
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

U.S. Citizenship required. An active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain one is necessary.

The pay scale for this position in Illinois is $127,389 - $197,771 annually. Salary may vary based on experience, education, certifications, and scope of the role. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, including health coverage, 401(k), wellness programs, flexible schedules, and more.

Leonardo DRS is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. #LSY

Our Vision: To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values: Integrity, Agility, Excellence, Customer Focus, Community & Respect, Innovation

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