NAVSEA 09P Senior IT Systems Engineer

We are seeking a

• Senior IT Systems Engineer
• to support the
• Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA 09P)
• in delivering systems engineering and program management services for the Navy’s modernization initiatives. The selected candidate will provide technical expertise in
• systems integration, cybersecurity, and lifecycle engineering
• , supporting modernization of Navy platforms, infrastructure, and information systems.

A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible.

Position Title : Senior IT Systems Engineer

Location : 1333 Isaac Hull Ave. SE, Washington Navy Yard, DC 20376

Clearance Level : Confidential

Key Responsibilities :

Provide

end-to-end systems engineering support

to the Navy Modernization (NM) Program and associated IT systems.

Lead the

design, development, and integration

of software, hardware, and data systems that support Navy configuration management and modernization objectives.

Create and maintain

System Security Engineering Plans (SEPs)

System Security Plans

, and related technical documentation per

DoD and NIST

standards.

Coordinate and conduct

Systems Security Engineering (SSE)

activities, integrating cybersecurity requirements throughout system design and sustainment.

Apply

Agile

and

DevSecOps

practices to streamline development, testing, and delivery of secure IT solutions.

Manage and track

system milestones, risks, and deliverables

in alignment with

EVM

standards.

Participate in

technical reviews, configuration audits, and decision boards

, ensuring compliance with modernization policy and governance frameworks.

Provide

technical troubleshooting, system validation, and process optimization

for IT systems supporting the Navy Data Environment (NDE).

Lead and mentor engineering staff in applying best practices in

systems integration, data management, and cybersecurity

Collaborate with

program managers, fleet users, and IT stakeholders

to ensure modernization efforts meet mission, schedule, and security objectives.

Contribute to updates of modernization manuals, process documentation, and training materials, including the

Navy Modernization Process Management and Operation Manual (NMP-MOM)

Support

knowledge management, user training

, and technical communication efforts related to system upgrades and new feature deployments.

Conduct system performance assessments, develop improvement recommendations, and prepare executive-level reports on modernization system health and performance.

Qualifications :

Required :

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering.

Active or eligible for

Confidential Security Clearance

Cybersecurity certification (e.g., Security+, CEH, or equivalent).

15+ years of Systems Engineering experience.

Demonstrated experience in

SSE

SEP development

, and

DoD acquisition processes

Strong understanding of

Agile / DevOps / DevSecOps

environments.

Experience managing technical milestones and deliverables under

EVM

Applied knowledge of

NIST SP 800-37

Preferred :

Master’s degree in Systems Engineering or Cybersecurity.

CISSP

or

PMI-ACP

certifications.

15+ years of

DoD / Navy Systems Engineering

experience.

Familiarity with

DoD 5000-series

and

Navy modernization

processes.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $90,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits :

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Education :

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience :

Systems engineering : 10 years (Required)

SSE, SEP development, and DoD acquisition processes : 3 years (Required)

Agile / DevOps / DevSecOps : 3 years (Required)

NIST SP 800-37 : 3 years (Required)

Earned value management : 3 years (Required)

Security clearance :

Confidential (Required)

Work Location : In person