Linux Based Simulation Computer System Administrator

Cs Draper Labs - Cambridge, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Cambridge, MA

1,001-5,000 employees

About the position

The System Security Engineer 2 at Draper is responsible for supporting the engineering, integration, and deployment of secure platforms that are resilient against cyber threats. This role involves a systems engineering perspective to develop secure system architectures and evaluate the effectiveness of systems developed by Draper and its customers. The position requires collaboration within multidisciplinary teams to ensure the security and integrity of systems from component to weapons system level.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute and track the performance of security measures to protect information and network infrastructure and computer systems.
• Design computer security strategy and engineer comprehensive cybersecurity architecture.
• Identify, define and document system security requirements and recommend solutions to management.
• Configure, troubleshoot and maintain security infrastructure software and hardware.
• Install software that monitors systems and networks for security breaches and intrusions.
• Monitor systems for irregular behavior and set up preventive measures.
• Plan, develop, implement and update company's information security strategy.
• Educate and train staff on information system security best practices.
• Help define a security approach for a particular defined problem and independently execute plan.
• Contribute high quality content for technical reports and presentations with minimal guidance.
• Adapt appropriately to changes in program requirements.
• Proactively identify needs and concerns associated with plan execution and communicate them to project leadership.

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field.
• Bachelor's degree requires 3-5 years' experience of working on System Security Engineer or other relevant position.
• Master's degree requires 0-2 years' experience of working on System Security Engineer or other relevant position.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree preferred.
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator or similar certification.
• Experience with military and defense related computer systems.
• Knowledge of DoD STIG Processes.
• Computer Science coursework in computer graphics & gaming engines.
• Knowledge and interest in Aerospace systems.

Benefits

• Workplace flexibility
• Employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga
• Health and finance workshops
• Off-site social events
• Discounts to local museums and cultural activities