Systems Engineer

Intrepid Solutions, a CIS company, is looking for a Systems Engineer to support a new contract that is anticipated to begin in September, 2025. This contract is providing research, analysis, and modernization support services to a DoD customer. This role will be incorporated into the systems engineering, compliance and information assurance, support areas. We expect that the Systems Engineer would be able to handle the below responsibilities and exceed the minimum qualifications listed.

• Conduct Systems Engineering for Architecture and Platform Integration:

  • Perform requirements analysis, architecture definition, interoperability assessments, and mission equipment integration in support of Cross-Functional Team (CFT) system development efforts.

• Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Methodologies:

  • Utilize SysML, UAF, and other MBSE tools to represent system interfaces, subsystem interactions, design constraints, and traceability across system views to support robust architecture modeling.

• Ensure Information Assurance and Security Compliance Integration:

  • Incorporate cybersecurity requirements and standards into systems architecture, ensuring all designs align with DoD Information Assurance (IA) policies, risk management frameworks (RMF), and compliance mandates.

• Support Development of Interoperable and Modular System Architectures:

  • Develop architecture models that promote open standards, agnostic design, and upgradeability to support long-term system scalability and sustainability.

• Collaborate in Agile Environments Using Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe):

  • Engage as a key technical advisor to Product Owners and Agile Scrum Teams, reviewing backlogs, sprint plans, and release strategies to align cybersecurity, compliance, and engineering objectives.

• Perform Data Integration and Systems Analysis for Continuous Improvement:

  • Analyze technical documentation, operational data, and system models to identify integration gaps, improve product outcomes, and ensure traceability between engineering outputs and stakeholder requirements.

• Support Security Engineering Reviews and Technical Risk Assessments:

  • Participate in system and architecture reviews, assessing design choices for compliance with DoD cybersecurity guidelines and evaluating risks related to integration, scalability, and mission assurance.

OPERATING HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS:

• This position anticipates onsite work at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD with standard work hours, Monday-Friday. 

TRAVEL:

• Up 30% travel expected.

CLEARANCE:

• Active Top Secret clearance required at the time of application for initial consideration. *This position is not open to clearance sponsorship, upgrade, or reactivation.*

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree, desired.

CERTIFICATION(S):

• DoD 8140 Certification (e.g. CompTIA Security+, CASP+, Network+).

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years of progressive experience related to the responsibilities listed above.

WHAT WE OFFER:

At CIS Secure and its associated companies, Intrepid Solutions and Services and Darkblade Systems, we believe in promoting fair and transparent pay practices. We are committed to disclosing the compensation range for transparency and to set clear expectations for all applicants for this posting. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base salary for the advertised job, promotion, or transfer opportunity. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. The actual salary offered may vary based on various factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, education, geographic location, as well as internal equity, and alignment to market data.

Job Type: Full-time (onsite)

Pay Range: $110, $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) 
• Dental insurance
• Medical insurance
• Health Savings Account option
• Flexible Spending
• Vision insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Ancillary offerings (Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance)
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday pay

CIS Secure is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.