Requisition Number: 21065
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $129,933.00 - $220,000.00
Security Clearance: TS/SCI
Level of Experience: Senior
This opportunity resides with Cyber & Electronic Warfare, a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace. Our deep expertise in network architecture, software and hardware development, cybersecurity and the electromagnetic environment uniquely enables us to support sensitive missions for federal agency partners.
Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
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Job Description
HII Mission Technologies is currently seeking an experienced Chief Cyber Engineer for a new, single award ID/IQ type task order contract providing Integrated Multi-Domain Command and Control (IMDC2) capabilities to multiple mission partners with integration of existing technologies resulting in improved processing, cybersecurity, hardware and software, exploitation, communications, and command and control (C2) capabilities. The Chief Cyber Engineer will lead the development, assessment, evaluation, and integration of emerging technologies. This is a flexible contract that is intended to provide support predominantly in the Northern Virginia area. The Chief Cyber Engineer shall lead the analysis and transition planning capabilities to meet the Cybersecurity challenges and potential leap-ahead capabilities for military operations requiring enhanced command, control, and situational awareness, and autonomous operations. The Chief Cyber Engineer will be part of a full-service Program Management Office leading technical and operational personnel. This is a 5-year program that will exceed $1B.
Here at HII we believe that we contribute to our national security by executing with distinction on the most complex projects imaginable, every single day.
What you will do
- Be part of a program management organization (PMO) leading support services that provide rapid prototype formulation, development, execution, test and evaluation, transition, and training for critical technologies and capabilities in support of the Cyber related objectives listed above.
- Support the development of solutions and leverage available technologies and processes to achieve quick-turn analysis, data assessments, and prototypes of technologies.
- Support a broad range of Cyber requirements/activities: Integrated Cyber Effects; DCO; OCO; …
- Assess emerging technologies for their potential to meet Mission Partner requirements and evolving threats.
- Support development and integration activities that leverage advanced capabilities, methodologies, technologies, and expertise from public, private, and academic sectors.
- Collaborate with internal and teammate technologist and engineers.
- Provide input to program plans and assist with the monitoring of programs.
- Review reports and briefings prepared by technical staff.
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with customers, subcontractors, and other outside agencies.
- Travel as required to support the above tasks (~10% travel).
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering and 12+ years of prior relevant experience or Masters in Science/Engineering/Electrical or Computer-science field of study with 10+ years of prior relevant experience
- A minimum of five years of experience within DoD cyber programs.
- A minimum of 10 years of experience leading the design, development, and execution of cyberspace programs, to include defense cyber operations, cyber situational awareness, and cyber C2.
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Security Auditor (CISA) or equivalent certification with supporting references to verify equivalency.
- Clearance: Must possess and maintain a Top Secret (TS) clearance with access to SCI based on a Single Source Background Investigation (SSBI).
- Work shall occur predominantly in Northern Virginia and there will be occasional travel required to CONUS and potentially OCONUS locations. (~10% travel).
Preferred: Bonus Points For...
- Five years of joint, interagency cyberspace experience spanning architecture development, integration, operations, and sustainment.
- Experience in any of the following: Communications across multi-domains; Enhanced interoperability of C2 systems; Emerging technology (e.g., AI/ML, Digital Engineering, M&S, software definable networks (SDN), radios); JADC2 environment; Special systems tactical communications, Software Defined Radios (SDR), Base defense operations centers, Mobile intelligence components, Intelligence and data management systems; Platforms (e.g., UAS, Radars, classified sensors, sensors); and wargaming
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Expert knowledge of engineering principles, methods, and techniques.
- Expert knowledge of the related tools, equipment, hardware, and software.
- Ability to lead and manage multiple complex technical issues and coordinate diverse technical resources.
- Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills and the ability to interface with all levels of customers, employees, teammates, and management.
- Passionate about supporting the customer and working in a cross functional team
HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.
The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.
Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
Today’s challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It’s why we’re focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.
