Senior Zero Trust Systems Engineer

Markon is seeking a Senior Zero Trust Systems Engineer to lead systems engineering and cybersecurity initiatives that strengthen the security and resiliency of large-scale Department of Defense systems. This role applies systems engineering principles and Zero Trust architecture concepts to assess complex enterprise environments, identify vulnerabilities, and enhance Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO).

What You Will Do

Lead systems engineering activities, perform cybersecurity assessments, conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments, and develop technical recommendations to improve Zero Trust implementations and strengthen enterprise security.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role requires a strong knowledge of systems engineering lifecycle processes, requirements development, systems integration, risk management, and secure architecture principles. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience designing, implementing, or assessing Zero Trust architectures and cybersecurity principles.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI W/ Poly clearance
• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline
• 15+ years of systems engineering experience
• Minimum 6 years of experience leading systems engineering teams
• Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, or assessing Zero Trust architectures and cybersecurity principles
• Experience performing cybersecurity assessments of large-scale Department of Defense or Intelligence Community systems
• Experience conducting enterprise vulnerability assessments using systems engineering methodologies
• Experience performing Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) of security requirements and system capabilities
• Strong knowledge of systems engineering lifecycle processes, requirements development, systems integration, risk management, and secure architecture principles

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• EAP
• Training and Tuition Assistance
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays