Cyber Physical Systems Engineering Manager

Integer Technologies - Columbia, SC

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Columbia, SC

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Cyber Physical Systems Engineering Manager at Integer Technologies will lead and manage cyber research programs focused on enhancing the cyber resilience of maritime platforms. This role involves serving as the Principal Investigator for multi-year projects, developing cybersecurity measures, and mentoring a team of engineers. The position requires a strong technical background in cybersecurity, systems engineering, and the ability to translate complex research into actionable insights for autonomous systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Principal Investigator (PI) for cyber research programs, focusing on offensive cybersecurity methods for cyber physical systems on maritime platforms.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of engineers and cyber research development group.
• Provide technical subject-matter expertise for projects related to secure software, cyber physical systems, and cybersecurity.
• Act as the primary technical interface with academic research partners and government customers.
• Lead the development of sophisticated cybersecurity measures, including AI/ML security tools.
• Design and deploy an attack emulation cyber-physical resilience stress testing platform.
• Construct new vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, red-teaming, and reverse engineering tools for maritime autonomous systems.
• Translate research findings into white papers and proposals for new cyber-related research projects.
• Perform market analysis to identify unfilled market needs and develop a roadmap for niche products and services.
• Manage, track, and review deliverables to federal customers, ensuring program deadlines are met.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret Clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering) and 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Understanding of digital engineering, system modeling, and simulation tools for mission-level assessments of system resiliency.
• Knowledge of the Navy's mission and capability gaps related to cybersecurity and resiliency research.
• Experience with cyber-physical systems such as IoT, Intelligent Sensors, Autonomous Systems, or Industrial Control Systems.
• Proficiency in software development with languages like Python in a production environment.
• Strong background in computer and network architecture and operating systems.
• Familiarity with modern software engineering practices such as version control.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Masters or Ph.D. in a relevant field (e.g., computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering).
• Experience with unmanned and autonomous systems research involving maritime autonomous systems.
• Experience with vulnerability assessment, exploit development, and reverse engineering for cyber-physical systems with AI/ML-based controllers.

Benefits

• Base salaries exceeding local and national industry averages.
• Year-end performance-based bonuses.
• 401(k) with company matching that vests immediately.
• Full coverage of medical, prescription, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Paid bereavement and parental leave.
• Hybrid work schedule with optional work from home on Mondays and Fridays.