Job Description

Job Description

BAE Systems is seeking a Criticality, Trust and Assurance Engineering Lead to support our work as a prime contractor on a high-profile U.S. Navy weapon system. The candidate for the Criticality, Trust and Assurance Lead should be a self-starter with a keen eye for detail as it relates to technical execution. The candidate should have demonstrated competency in the evaluation of Systems Engineering Technical Readiness Review (SETRR) for Research Development Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) programs. To be successful, the candidate must understand the importance of implementing Systems Security Engineering (SSE) early in the design phase of the engineering lifecycle. Early risk identification and mitigation is a key tenant in the proper integration of SSE into a Weapons System. 

This position is responsible for assisting government and prime contractors in the identification process for Critical Program Information (CPI). The CPI identification process plays a vital role in the prioritization methodology for how SSE’s depth in defense against adversary’s techniques and tactics is systematically applied on key technologies and components. This position will also assist the government and prime contractors in the execution of Criticality Analysis (CA) for independent mission threads to accomplish defense in depth for Mission Critical Functions (MCFs) and Critical Components (CCs), as well. Being aware of the Anti-Tamper (AT) community’s best practices and relevant publications such as the AT Technical Instruction Guide (TIG) and AT Framework is of the utmost importance. There will be 10 to 20% travel required to support this position

Required Skills and Education

• Experience in developing organizational policies and procedures to support the U.S. Navy command-wide
• Providing an analytical approach to solving complex security problems that can be documented and use in other Use-Cases
• Familiarity with Critical Program Information Identification and Criticality Analysis (DoD Instruction 5200.39, Critical Program Information (CPI)
• Familiarity with DoD Instruction 5200.44, Protection of Mission Critical) Functions to Achieve Trusted Systems and Networks (TSN),
• Exceptional verbal, written and presentation communication skills.
• Familiarity with the content contained in Program Protection Plans
• Travel to government site at Washington Navy Yard weekly, as needed
• Skills in analysis, critical thinking, and technical problem solving

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Preferred Skills and Education

• INCOSE Certified System Engineering Professional (CSEP) certification
• Experience with business capture and proposal strategy/authoring
• Facilitating and leading growth of a business area
• Experience within the U.S. Navy's Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) Office and the Strategic Weapon Systems
• Actively hold a TS/SCI clearance.
• Desired experience in digital engineering and model-based systems engineering principles and tools.
• Models Based Systems Engineering certificate.
• Master’s degree in technical management, engineering, cybersecurity, or other technical discipline.

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 10 years work experience or equivalent experience