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Cyber Systems Security Engineering Senior Level

Lockheed MartinHuntsville, ALPosted Oct 13, 2026 · open 13 days

Last confirmed open Oct 26, 2026

Full-timeSeniorSecret$110K - $205K

Before you apply

Secret clearance
An active clearance is required to start.
DoD 8570/8140
Certifications the posting names.

Standard Job Description

Responsible for applying an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to plan, design, develop, validate and verify Cyber solutions across the lifecycle. Conduct cyber risk assessment activities including threat modeling, vulnerability analysis and analysis of mitigation solutions. Coordinates and addresses Supply Chain risk management concerns. Develop, evaluate and analyze design constrains, trade-offs and detailed system and security design as they pertain to the Cyber domain. Coordinate with Cyber and system architects and developers to provide oversight in the development of solutions. Conduct cybersecurity test and evaluation of hardware and/or software designs to verify and validate compliance with defined specifications and requirements. Employs cyber security processes, methods, techniques and tools and assure their consistent application. Implements appropriate Assessment and Authorization activities as required by customers. *USE OF THIS CLASSIFICATION REQUIRES AUTHORIZATION FROM THE BUSINESS AREA CYBER DIRECTOR OR DELEGATE*

Basic Qualifications

•Significant experience with C++ in multi-team programming environment
•Experience with Git or similar version control system
•Scripting experience with PowerShell, Bash, Python or similar
•Secret Clearance
•Possess or earn DoD 8570 IAT Level II, or higher, certification (e.g., Security+, GSEC, etc.) within 90 days of hire (training provided)

Desired Skills

•Strong cross-team, cross-discipline, collaborative approach, focusing on win-win solutions
•Strong internal and external customer focus where “d customer success”
•Experience with DevOps/DevSecOps, software factory / automated build pipelines, and Agile
•Software development experience with DoD embedded systems
•Possesses Software Engineering Knowledge to include Object Oriented Design and Development and C++
•Desire to mentor and be mentored
•Vulnerability Analysis
•Knowledge of Open Source Intelligence and similar methodologies
•Technical writing and presentation skills
•Networking fundamentals
•Familiar with Risk Management Framework (RMF)
•Penetration Testing / Red Team experience

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $110300.00 - $204900.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

  • Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
  • For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

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Job Details
Location
Huntsville, AL
Salary
Full-Time Salary Range: $110300.00 - $204900.00
Type
Full-time
Level
Senior
Posted
Oct 13, 2026
Required Skills
C++GitVersion ControlPowerShellBashPythonScriptingCyber Risk AssessmentThreat ModelingVulnerability AnalysisSupply Chain Risk ManagementCybersecurity Test and EvaluationAssessment and Authorization
Preferred Skills
DevOpsDevSecOpsAutomated Build PipelinesAgileEmbedded SystemsObject Oriented DesignOpen Source IntelligenceTechnical WritingNetworking FundamentalsRisk Management FrameworkPenetration TestingRed Team
Benefits
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10)
  • 401(k) match
  • Paid time off
  • Holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • EAP
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Education Assistance
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability

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