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Systems Engineer - Information Assurance (IA)

Viasat logoViasat$120,500–$190,000/yrUnited StatesFull-timePosted 4w ago
  • US citizenship
  • Secret clearance

About the job

## About us At Viasat, the work you do helps people stay connected in ways that matter, from everyday moments to critical missions across air, land, sea, and space. We’re a place for people who are curious, bold, and motivated by meaningful work. Here, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact, explore new possibilities, and grow your career in ways that align with your interests and goals.

When you're ready to take on something new, you'll find leaders who support your development and help you turn your ambition into action. ## What you'll do We are looking for an Information Assurance (IA) Systems Security Engineer who is eager to contribute to a small, fast-paced team! You will have a systems architecture background to support security design and certification on U.S.

Government High Assurance communications programs. Provide technical support and oversight as part of a program team's system engineering effort for IA design and development, including security architecture analysis, security requirements definition and allocation and identification of potential security vulnerabilities.

Requires generation of security-related documentation per Department of Defense (DOD) standards and leading system security architecture design in a team environment. Background in High Assurance (NSA) Communications Security (COMSEC) and Transmission Security (TRANSEC) design, certification requirements and techniques are required. High Assurance Computer Security (COMPUSEC) requirements background a plus.

Support for new security related business development, including proposals, white papers, and presentations, as well as interfacing with Government customers, is required. ## The day-to-day - Derive, develop and document system, software and hardware requirements from customer specifications - Own system requirements and system design activities on next generation network encryption devices - Prepare system level material and present at internal and customer reviews - Work with Agile scrum teams to identify develop and prioritize spiral based product features - Knowledge of model based system engineering practices (CAMEO) desired - Collaborate with large geographically diverse multi-disciplinary teams to create next generation products - Generate and collaborate on required design documents, development requirements, specifications and verification protocols - Support qualification of new design by supporting an reviewing system test activities ## What you'll need - Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Engineering Discipline - 5+ years communication systems design experience - Deep understanding of system engineering processes from requirements to test with experience in managing process activities - Strong understanding of networking protocols highly desired - Must be able to prioritize, be detail oriented, and have history of managing time well to accomplish multiple tasks in parallel - Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to work with a temporally and geographically diverse team - Ability to document and report on technical solutions/findings - Good working knowledge of MS Office products for documentation creation and modification - Desire to be part of a multidisciplinary team to evaluate and troubleshoot production related issues - Ability to work independently, take initiative, take ownership of tasks and results - US citizenship and current SECRET security clearance is required - Ability to travel up to 10% - Must be able to work out of our offices in Carlsbad, CA, Tempe, AZ, Linthicum Heights, MD or Marlborough, MA. ## What will help you on the job - System security design experience with focus on NSA related efforts, including cryptographic engine embedment - Strong system, software, or test background including design and implementation - Familiarity with design and certification to the latest NSA security requirements and specifications, as well as working knowledge of NSA High Assurance Device (Formerly Type 1) certification and documentation requirements - Familiarity with NIST and FIPS 140-2 Design and Certification - Familiarity with Quantum Resistant Algorithms and SERD 2.0 requirements - Familiarity with Protection Profiles and component evaluation using the Common Criteria process. - Strong system security design experience, including generation of certification documentation, cryptographic embedment, and willingness to lead design for security aspects of cryptographic embedment efforts - Familiar with using requirements traceability tools (e.g.

Cameo, DOORS, etc.) - Design for TEMPEST, QUADRANT, and key generator - Experience with DoD RMF Security Control selection, implementation, and assessment - Familiarity with COMSEC & TRANSEC design techniques #LI-VSAT ## Salary range $120,500.00 - $190,000.00 / annually.

For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $149,500.00- $224,500.00/ annually At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

Learn more about Viasat’s comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at https://careers.viasat.com/benefits. ## EEO Statement Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic.

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From Viasat's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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