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Responsibilities include:\nConducting technical evaluations of information systems design, containerized applications, and cloud architecture, ensuring security and operational requirements are mapped directly into the System/Enterprise Architecture.\nPerforming vulnerability assessments and architectural risk analysis using automated software and container scanning tools, tracing security controls back to system models.\nReviewing requests for software installation and conduct technical risk assessments on software implementation, validating changes against the established enterprise baseline.\nCoordinating and tracking security action requests and report status to senior managers, utilizing Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to visualize impacts on the overall system lifecycle.\nAnalyzing, modifying when necessary, and maintaining the client's certification to field security approvals by translating complex compliance requirements into architectural models using frameworks such as DODAF, UAF, or TOGAF.\nConducting and analyzing auditing requirements continuously, ensuring the physical implementation of the DevSecOps pipeline aligns with the digital twin and authoritative system designs.\nDeveloping and maintaining system models and architectural diagrams utilizing industry-standard tools such as Cameo Enterprise Architecture and Sparx Systems Enterprise Architect.\nRequired Qualifications:\n7+ years of experience in IT security, systems engineering, or enterprise architecture within a DevSecOps environment\nBackground in secure software development with a strong understanding of how automated CI/CD pipelines integrate into a broader enterprise system architecture\nExperience and enjoyment in working directly with customers to map out technical missions and improve cyber security posture through rigorous engineering design\nExperience authoring and maintaining systems security documentation, architectural viewpoints, and MBSE artifacts\nExperience in generating appropriate security documentation and architectural models to receive proper accreditation from customer security personnel, correcting design shortfalls as they are identified through customer-sponsored reviews\nStrong technical proficiency in MBSE methodologies and hands-on experience with modeling tools like Cameo and Sparx\nDeep understanding of architectural frameworks, specifically DODAF, UAF, or TOGAF, to model complex, secure information systems\nPossesses strong technical skills and analytic ability\nBachelor's Degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related technical field\nIAT Lvl 2 certification (e.g., Security+)\nUS Citizenship and active TS/SCI clearance\nDesired Qualifications:\nPrevious experience as an ISSE / ISSM or Lead Systems Architect in a DoD or federal environment\nINCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) or OMG Certified Systems Modeling Professional (OCSMP) certifications.\nThe estimated salary range for this position is $160,000.00 - $175.000.00, commensurate on experience and technical interview.\nThis position will be hybrid on-site based out of Herndon, VA or Colorado Springs, Colorado.\n\nWe are strictly looking for direct, full-time W2 employees. We do not engage with third-party staffing agencies, C2C, or 1099 independent contractors for this role.\n\nWe are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.\n\nIn compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.","company":"Darkwolfsolutions","rawCompany":"darkwolfsolutions","city":"Reston","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-19T15:22:21.057Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1299.05","title":"Information Security Engineers","slug":"information-security-engineers"},{"code":"15-1212.00","title":"Information Security Analysts","slug":"information-security-analysts"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"541690","title":"Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services","slug":"other-scientific-and-technical-consulting-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Cybersecurity Systems Engineer","description":"Dark Wolf is looking for a Cybersecurity Systems Engineer to join a collaborative, dynamic team in a fast-paced, innovative mission environment. This position will work hand-in-hand with the customer team as well as external satellite software development contractors. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of information security principles, as well as experience in software development, security engineering, risk management, and compliance. This position is located in either Herndon, VA or Colorado Springs, CO. 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