Systems Security Engineer I

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield.

We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness.

Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

V2X is seeking a Systems Security Engineer I to join our Engineering team in Indianapolis, IN supporting cybersecurity for advanced mission systems.

These systems include mission computers, avionics, sensors, and mission equipment for airborne and ground platforms.

As a Systems Security Engineer I, you will work with experienced security and systems engineers to protect mission critical systems through secure configurations, vulnerability management, and RMF compliance activities.

In this role you will support security documentation, baseline hardening, evidence collection, and basic assessment tasks while learning DoD RMF and NIST guidance.

You will collaborate within cross functional Integrated Product Teams where effective communication and teamwork are essential.

If you are excited to start your cybersecurity career, support DoD customers and international allies, and grow your skills in defense security engineering, we encourage you to apply and develop with us at V2X.

In this role you will:

• Assist with system categorization and initial control mapping to NIST SP 800 53
• Support development and maintenance of System Security Plans, POA&Ms, and security evidence repositories
• Execute baseline vulnerability scans and document findings for remediation tracking
• Apply standard configuration baselines and STIG checklists to assigned components
• Help assemble inputs for Security Assessment Plans and assessment activities
• Support basic control verification activities and collect test evidence during integration or lab events