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Sierra Nevada Corporation

Systems Security Engineer – III

Sierra Nevada Corporation

. Design and implement secure automation solutions across development, test, and production environments .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing secure automation solutions, leading CI/CD pipeline development, and enhancing infrastructure security. Proficient in cloud technologies and security practices, with a strong focus on DevSecOps methodologies.

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DevSecOps EngineeringCybersecurity PrinciplesNIST and ISO 27001Azure and AWS TechnologiesDocker and Kubernetes

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Hard Skills
Secure Automation SolutionsCI/CD Pipeline DevelopmentVulnerability ManagementSecure Coding PracticesAutomated Security Testing ToolsAutomation ScriptsConfiguration Management ToolsIncident ResponseSecurity Risk AssessmentCloud Security
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsTechnical LeadershipMentorshipStrategic Guidance
Certifications & Qualifications
ISSEPCAPCISMSecurity+CISACASP+CISSPMCSELinux
Industry Keywords
Aerospace IndustryDefense IndustryIT SecurityInformation TechnologyNetwork Engineering

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityDockerKubernetesLinux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Design and implement secure automation solutions across development, test, and production environments
  • Lead development and enhancement of secure CI/CD pipelines for reliable software delivery
  • Improve infrastructure security, monitoring, and vulnerability management capabilities
  • Identify, assess, and remediate security risks across systems, applications, and cloud environments
  • Partner with engineering, operations, and security teams to embed security throughout the development lifecycle
  • Support incident response through investigation, analysis, and containment
  • Research emerging threats and technologies to strengthen security capabilities and practices
  • Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and strategic guidance on security and scalability initiatives
  • Drive security across development and operational environments and advance DevSecOps practices

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in Systems Security, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or related Engineering discipline
  • 5+ years of experience in IT security or a related field
  • Relevant experience may substitute for the required educational qualifications; without a degree, 9 years of related experience is required
  • A higher-level relevant degree may substitute for experience
  • Advanced understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices
  • Experience with NIST and ISO 27001
  • Proven experience as a DevSecOps Engineer or similar role across development, operations, and security
  • Knowledge of Azure and AWS cloud technologies and architectures
  • Experience with secure coding practices and automated security testing tools
  • Proficiency with Docker and Kubernetes
  • Experience with automation scripts and configuration management tools
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Current Secret U.S. Security Clearance required
  • Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance required
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Preferred certifications: ISSEP, CAP, CISM, Security+, CISA, CASP+, CISSP, MCSE, or Linux
  • Experience in the aerospace or defense industry preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
  • Life insurance
  • 3 weeks paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement