Technical Security Specialist

Job Description
BAE Systems, a top-ten prime contractor to the U.S. Department of Defense, enables the U.S. Government to transform data into intelligence and provides engineering, integration and sustainment support for critical military platforms and systems. Intelligence & Security provides services and products to the Department of Defense, the government, federal law enforcement official, and troops deployed around the world.
At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie, and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. We offer flexible work environment to support the balance in your life and keep you performing at your best. Be a part of a company that is part of the community; driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.
We are looking for a highly experienced and skilled Technical Security Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the security and integrity of our systems, including compliance with customer requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently.
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including system diagrams, configuration documents, and troubleshooting guides.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of security measures, including migration to cloud-based infrastructure.
• Collaborate with other teams, such as development and security, to ensure seamless integration and operation systems.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies, and make recommendations for improvements to our security posture.
• Provide technical support and guidance to security personnel, including briefing systems and providing documentation.

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in an IT related field
• 11+ years of overall relevant professional experience
• 5+ years of experience in a security-related role, with a focus on technical security.
• Strong technical skills, including understanding of network fundamentals, ports, patching, architecture, and devices.
• Familiarity with customer security requirements and compliance regulations.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• ITIL Foundational certification or other relevant IT service management certifications.
• CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification, or other relevant security certifications.
• Experience with cloud-based infrastructure, including Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $146670 - $249330
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.