Jr. Systems Engineer - Secret Clearance!

Are you just getting your career started with 0-3 years of Systems Engineering experience, a Secret Security Clearance, and an eagerness to learn Cyber Security practices? Then you might be a great fit as our next Junior Systems Engineer in Newport, RI!
As a Jr. Systems Engineer, You Will

• Enjoy flexibility managing your work hours and personal needs with a single accrual leave plan.
• Work with a team of driven, supportive and highly skilled professionals.
• Receive a robust benefits package that includes Employee Stock Ownership Plan!

A week in the life of a Jr. Systems Engineer:

• Leverage attention to detail qualities to ensure proposed systems engineering changes are thoroughly vetted and properly tested prior to integration into operational environments.
• Participate in systems engineering technical review events and related working groups to analyze potential impacts of proposed changes.
• Review proposed Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) and Baseline Change Request (BCR) documentation against existing systems requirements and compile technical briefs detailing likely trade-offs to include potential security impacts to other Networked components.
• Provide technical support in working group meetings to assess cyber security impacts to engineering changes; prepare, maintain, and distribute action items and meeting minutes.
• Participate in systems engineering requirements development to integrate enhanced capabilities and reduce security risks.
• Travel to various government sites to provide systems administration expertise on-site (as needed).
• Design and develop solutions that serve to enhance the security posture of tactical networks such as systems level backup methods and authenticator management solutions.
• Provide systems engineering services during site visits to vendor facilities and fleet platforms, during the conduct of Test and Evaluation evolutions.
• Provide systems administration services during the planning and execution of RED TEAM evolutions to include analysis of penetration testing results to derive needed remediation or mitigation steps.

Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs and innovation we deliver excellence every day.
Company Awards

• Forbes National Best Midsize Companies
• Washington Post Best Workplaces
• Energage National Best Workplaces, National

Veteran Hiring Awards

• TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY COMPANY by MilitaryFriendly.com
• U.S. Department of Labor Hire Vets Medallion
• BEST FOR VETS by Military Times

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The Salary range for this position is $50k - $65k. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans (including ESOP and 401k), insurance programs, and education and training assistance.
Job Requirements

• Active Secret Clearance
• Bachelors degree in Engineering.
• 0-3 years experience required