Are you looking for an opportunity to utilize your technical skills to solve complex, real-world problems? If so, this position is for you!

Our team is in need of a detail-oriented System Security Engineer to contribute to sponsor missions. In this role, you will work with a dedicated team of professionals to provide full systems engineering support across the system development lifecycle including concept definition, requirements, architecture, design, development, integration, and testing.

In this role, you will utilize systems engineering expertise to:

• Develop system requirements
• Conduct analysis of alternatives
• Model use cases and system functions
• Utilize test results to recommend system improvements

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Have 3+ years of experience with systems engineering applications including concept development, requirement generation, functional analysis, and analysis of alternatives.
• Have experience in system modeling using UML/SysML and associated modeling software such as Cameo, Rhapsody, or SPARX EA.
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong critical thinking skills.
• Are willing to travel to and from sponsor and test sites up to 20% of the time.
• Hold an active Secret security clearance and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Possess a MS or PhD: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Have experience with US Navy Combat Systems, weapons, sensors, or other related operational military technology.
• Have utilized MBSE in support of system development.
• Have worked with modeling frameworks such as the Department of Defense Architecture Framework or Unified Architecture Framework.
• Hold an active Top Secret Security Clearance.

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone's voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.