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Senior Cyber Resiliency Systems Security Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
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4141 Colonel Glenn Highway (Show on map)
Feb 24, 2026
MTSI is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Systems Security Engineer (SSE) to provide leadership and expertise to the AFLCMC Cyber Resiliency Office for Weapons Systems (CROWS), Cyber Resiliency Support Team (CRST) and the Aircraft Cyber Technical Working Group (ACTWG) to champion the integration of advanced security practices. The SSE will develop, and institute standardized modeling and architecture for cybersecurity tools and practices across the US Air Force. The SSE will co-chair a modeling and architecture working group that is integral to the CROWS mission in standardizing cyber resiliency in platforms, weapons systems and applications.The SSE will be responsible for collaboration and coordination of these practices and standards and ensure they are implemented and maintained in USAF weapons systems throughout their lifecycle. This position requires an active TS/SCI clearance. This position is 100% on-site with limited ability to telework. How you will contribute to our National Security and Defense mission: Ensuring new and existing weapons systems and subsystems are able to survive in highly contested environments and cannot be degraded in operational performance by adversary cyber threats and attacks. You'll be a great fit for this role if: Self-motivated with a work ethic that the mission comes first Have good communications skills Detail oriented Passionate about supporting our warfighters Responsibilities: Your essential job functions will include but may not be limited to: Serve as Co-Chair for the Weapons Systems Architecture and Modeling Working Group (WSAM) Establish the standardization of modeling and architecture across the Department of the Air Force Foster a robust collaborative environment, working closely with Aircraft Cyber Technical Working Group members and pivotal industry partners to develop, implement, and align enterprise-wide SSE standards, best practices, and training programs. Execute a comprehensive Independent Technical Risk Assessments (ITRAs) to identify and address system vulnerabilities. Deliver detailed, actionable recommendations to mitigate identified risks Provide continuous refinement of ITRA methodologies and procedures to ensure the highest degree of assessment fidelity. Qualifications Required: Active TS/SCI clearance. Master's degree and 10 years of experience or a bachelor's degree and 18 years of experience. Experience as a Cybersecurity Engineer working with US Air Force and other DoD Platform Information Technology. Even better if you have these desired skills:* Experience developing and delivering clear written products and high-impact briefings for senior technical and non-technical government leaders. Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills; ability to work independently in a dynamic, high-tempo mission environment. Ability to formulate and apply mathematical modeling and other optimizing methods to develop and interpret information that assists management with decision making, policy formulation, or other managerial functions. Experience supporting data collection and analysis Experience supporting classified and/or special access programs. Clearance Requirements: Must possess an active DoD Top Secret (TS) security clearance (with SCI and SAP eligibility) #LI-CH1 #CROWS Interesting Work: Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security. Values: Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry. 100% Employee Owned: We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year. Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for: Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year Flexible schedules 6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December) Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan Track Record of Success: We have grown every year since our founding in 1993. Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide. For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com MTSI embraces nine core values including our first core value of Employees come first. Consistent with our Core Values, we are committed to Equal Opportunity, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. MTSI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with physical and/or mental disabilities.