Systems Security Engineer 6

Skills Management Title IT/Software Development Status Full Time, Employee Business Component IT/Software Development Requisition Number 08-1007396 YOU MAY NOT ALWAYS SEE US, but we're in the sky, on the ground, at sea and out in space; with your help our technologies will benefit the world. That's why we're here. Systems Security Engineer 6 Position Description The candidate will work in Sunnyvale, CA as a member of a systems engineering organization as a Security Systems Engineer supporting the development of network architectures, network management systems, network security, and information assurance solutions. A Systems Engineering background is required. CCDP, CCNP or CISSP certifications are desired or are able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and experience. The candidate will lead a development and test team which designs and integrates COTS products that include intrusion detection system, firewalls, network routers, switches, add/drop multiplexers, HPOV, UNIX (HPUX, Solaris), Linux, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Microsoft SQL and Oracle. The position involves continuous interface with systems and other engineers at geographically diverse locations for the design and integration of large scale, complex communication systems. Because of Boeings commitment to network centric operations, it would be highly desirable for the candidate to have prior experience in the development of real-time embedded software i.e. skills in C++, C, VxWorks and FPGAs. Applies an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to plan, design, develop and verify basic lifecycle balanced system of systems and system solutions. Evaluates customer/operational needs to define system performance requirements, integrate technical parameters and assure compatibility of all physical, functional and program interfaces. Performs analyses to optimize total system of systems and/or system architecture. Performs analyses for safety, reliability, maintainability, testability, human systems integration, survivability, vulnerability, susceptibility, system security, regulatory, certification, product assurance and other specialties quality factors into a preferred configuration to ensure mission success. Supports the planning, organization, implementation and monitoring of requirements management processes, tools, risk, issues, opportunity management and technology readiness assessment processes. Works under general supervision. Competencies General/Leadership [ + ] Collaboration Functions as an enterprise role model in working effectively and cooperatively with other fellow senior team leaders, executives, senior managers and internal employees; establishes and maintains good working relationships by actively involving fellow team leaders and senior managers and helping them feel valued, appreciated, and included in discussions. Places higher priority on team and organization goals than on own goals. Provides assistance and/or thought leadership to fellow senior team leaders, team leaders, senior managers and internal employees when doing so would benefit the organization. [ + ] Continuous Improvement Consistently and proactively reviews advanced and highly complex processes to identify gaps between requirements and current outputs within own work group and throughout the organization. Consistently and proactively identifies potential conditions that contribute to gaps or key variances; explores highly complex relationships between conditions and effects; distinguishes causes from symptoms and identifies primary causes. Widely seen as an enterprise wide level expert and regularly mentors others in generating ideas for solutions; analyzes the effect or impact of each solution; selects appropriate solutions. Consistently and proactively tests solutions; gathers feedback from fellow senior team leaders, senior managers, internal employees and external customers on effectiveness; reviews impact on baseline measures; modifies solutions as appropriate to ensure effectiveness. [ + ] Customer Focus Provides enterprise level modeling for making customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; develops and sustains productive, high-level customer relationships as they relate to complex and large scale projects; actively seeks information to understand customers' circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs; presents project level information to senior level customers to build their understanding of issues and capabilities; considers how complex project level decisions/actions/plans will affect customers; responds quickly to meet significant customer needs and resolve complex problems; provides enterprise level thought leadership on monitoring and evaluating customer concerns, issues, and satisfaction and to anticipate customer needs; sets up customer feedback systems to gauge customer satisfaction and makes adjustments to service as indicated by feedback. [ + ] Systems Thinking Provides industry recognized expertise in evaluating job tasks and processes related to program/project objective(s); identifies non-value-added components and barriers. Expertly formulates complex change strategies; adeptly involves others to evaluate options for change and encourage buy-in. In a consulting role to executive leadership, makes appropriate changes to job/role structures and processes by assigning accountability, communicating effectively, focusing on new skill development, and integrating with related systems or processes. Guides others to use accurate measurement systems to monitor the implementation.Technical [ + ] Certification & Qualification Highly advanced, expert knowledge of verification, validation, certification and qualification processes and procedures, including knowledge of governing regulations and compliance requirements. Ability to assess and document test or analysis data to show compliance. [ + ] Engineering Processes Highly advanced, expert knowledge of responsibilities and tasks performed by various Engineering departments/disciplines (e.g., design, test, software, technology, avionics). Highly advanced, expert knowledge of the interaction between departments/ disciplines and how their products/processes affect one another and impact non-engineering processes (e.g., Operations, Logistics, Business). [ + ] Engr Knowledge & Comprehension Highly advanced knowledge of various engineering disciplines such as electrical, mechanical, and systems. The ability to communicate with technical personnel from multiple skill areas and functions to evaluate technical information and issues impacting design, production, and support of products, services, or other deliverables. [ + ] System Security Processes Highly advanced, expert knowledge of system security domains (e.g., information assurance, anti-tamper, intrusion detection, software protection, software assurance, communications security, encryption and key management, network security, reverse engineering, countermeasures, certification and accreditation, special security endorsement) and industry and government guidance and regulations [e.g., Common Criteria, DoD Information Technology Security Certification and Accreditation Process (DITSCAP), National Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (NIACAP), Director Central Intelligence Directive DCID 6/3] which engineers apply to produce secure systems. [ + ] Tech Risk Mgmt & Perf Measure Advanced, expert working knowledge of the methodology and processes associated with risk management, conducting trade studies including cost as an independent variable (CAIV) trades. Ability to: mentor and coach team to apply risk management and performance measures, identify and quantity potential risks areas within specific (depth) and across multiple engineering disciplines (breadth), understand design constraints (technical, cost & schedule), identify and trade alternatives (i.e., trade studies), select/recommend the best plan for mitigating complex risks, implement/execute plans for mitigating risk and establish appropriate performance tracking metrics to track risk burndown over time. Ability to effectively utilize risk management tools (iso-risk charts/plots, waterfall, etc) to support program/project execution. Education and/or Experience Typically 20 years' experience in an engineering classification or either a Master's degree with 18 years' experience or a PhD degree with a minimum of 15 years' experience in an engineering classification. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Other Job related information This position requires expertise in network management systems for mobil ad-hoc wireless and wired networks, networking protocols and network security concepts. Familiarity with NSA and DOD network security standards is highly desirable. Familiarity with SOA technologies such as Web Services, and Application Server such as JBOSS is desired. Experience in some of the following areas is desired: JAVA/J2EE, EJB, C++ and data storage tools such as MySQL and Oracle. Experience in developing network management products to manage Router, Switches, Hubs and /or Security Gateways is desirable. Recent experience in the application of Multiple Level of Security (MLS) and firewalls will be of benefit. Familiarity with GIG network architectures and protocols, and JTRS, FAB-T, FCS, TSAT or TMOS is a plus. *** Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, credit checks, and/or other requirements. These additional items are required for the Company to comply with various laws and regulatory rules.*** Every job requisition has specific and unique requirements listed under 'Description', 'Competencies', and 'Education'. Applicants will increase their opportunities for consideration by demonstrating compatibility with these requirements in their resumes. The job specifications - including competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics), job-relevant work experience, education, and other requirements described in this requisition - will be the basis for applicant screening, including resume reviews, structured interviews and any other assessments used to support the hiring decision. All candidates considered for this position may be required to participate in a structured interview. The structured interview is a standardized method of evaluating candidates' job-related competencies to support an objective selection and promotion process. Contact Info: Boeing, U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. Boeing is an equal opportunity employer supporting diversity in the workplace. Copyright © 2006 Boeing. All Rights Reserved.