Glocomms is partnered with an employee-owned defense and aerospace technology partner that delivers secure and user-centered solutions. This team is focused on ensuring that both technology and human factors are seamlessly integrated into secure systems that protect our nation's most critical assets.
The successful Human Systems Intergration/Systems Security Engineer will play a crucial role in ensuring that security solutions are designed with both technological and human factors in mind. This role involves working closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop systems that not only meet stringent security requirements but are also optimized for human use and interaction. An active DoD Secret Clearance is required for this position.
Key Responsibilities:
- HSI-Centric Security Design: Lead the integration of HSI principles into the design and development of secure systems, ensuring that security controls are both effective and user-friendly.
- Human Factors Analysis: Conduct human factors analysis to understand how users interact with systems, identifying potential security vulnerabilities that arise from human interactions.
- System Security Engineering: Design and implement security measures across various systems, including secure configurations, encryption, and access controls, while considering HSI impacts.
- Risk Management: Perform risk assessments that incorporate both cybersecurity threats and human factors risks, recommending mitigation strategies that address both aspects.
- Usability Testing: Collaborate with usability testing teams to evaluate the user experience of security systems, ensuring that security measures do not impede usability and operational effectiveness.
- Training & Awareness: Develop and deliver training programs that educate users on security best practices while considering human cognitive and physical capabilities.
- Incident Response: Support incident response efforts by analyzing how human interaction may have contributed to security breaches and implementing HSI-informed improvements.
- Compliance & Standards: Ensure all systems comply with relevant DoD security standards (e.g., NIST SP 800-53, RMF) and HSI best practices, integrating these into the security development lifecycle.
- Collaboration: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including software engineers, network engineers, HSI specialists, and project managers, to integrate security with human systems integration from project inception through deployment.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with emerging trends in both cybersecurity and human systems integration, applying this knowledge to enhance system security and usability.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in systems security engineering with a strong focus on human systems integration. Experience in defense or government systems is preferred.
- Certifications: CISSP, CISM, or relevant HSI certifications are highly desirable.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in HSI principles and methodologies, particularly as they relate to secure system design.
- Strong knowledge of security frameworks and standards such as NIST SP 800-53, RMF, and DISA STIGs.
- Experience with secure system architecture, system hardening, and security control implementation.
- Familiarity with human factors analysis tools and usability testing methodologies.
- Experience with scripting and automation tools (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for security automation.
- Clearance: Must possess an active DoD Secret Clearance. Top Secret clearance is a plus.
- Soft Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on user-centered design.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining complex security and HSI concepts to diverse audiences.
- Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams, balancing security needs with human usability.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings plan with employer matching.
- Paid time off and flexible work arrangements.
- Professional development opportunities, including certifications and training in HSI and cybersecurity.
