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Senior Platform Cybersecurity Engineer
Job Description
Location: Sterling Heights, MI
Contract - $83.00/hr
9/80 Work schedule every other Friday off
Take the lead on critical Cyber and C5ISR engineering initiatives that support next-generation ground combat platforms. We’re seeking an experienced Cyber Engineering Manager to guide architecture, compliance, and technical integration across complex vehicle systems. In this role, you will help shape secure, resilient solutions that directly support U.S. Defense programs.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide technical leadership for Cyber engineering activities and ensure integrated, compliant system designs.
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Develop and manage system requirements, including Space, Weight, Power & Cooling, and Reliability/Maintenance allocations (SWaP-CRaM).
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Drive Cyber and C5ISR best practices, tools, and training across engineering teams.
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Coordinate requirements, architectures, and system design changes, ensuring alignment across cross-functional groups.
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Lead and support trade studies and structured decision-making for Cyber and subsystem designs.
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Oversee verification plans and testing execution, including production and field shakedown activities.
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Participate in and lead troubleshooting, RCCA investigations, and issue resolution for development and production programs.
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Prepare and review design milestone artifacts, CDRLs, and technical documentation for accuracy and compliance.
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Evaluate emerging Cyber and C5ISR technologies for potential integration into combat vehicle platforms.
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Conduct peer reviews and collaborate with Integrated Product Teams on threat analysis, requirement decomposition, and compliance efforts.
(Candidates are evaluated on overall experience;not all items are required.)
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (Cyber certifications and management credentials considered).
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10+ years of relevant engineering experience.
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Experience with military or engineering development programs.
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Background in embedded systems engineering and Cyber engineering.
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Knowledge of Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment (TARA) and Cyber Tabletop Exercises (CTTX).
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Experience developing System Security Plans (SSPs), POA&Ms, and other compliance documents.
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Familiarity with federal Cyber regulations (e.G., NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53).
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Experience interpreting high-level requirements and flowing them down to subsystem and technology areas.
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Understanding of Cyber-physical security, embedded systems, electronics, and software principles.
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Experience with modeling tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler and SysML.
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Ability to lead technical teams in Cyber or system development environments.
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Familiarity with military vehicles or automotive systems is a plus.
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Ability to travel up to 15% (mostly domestic, some international).
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Must be able to work on and around military vehicles;ability to pass ASR test may be required.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project).
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U.S. Citizenship is required due to contractual restrictions.
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Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
Why Join CPI?
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Exciting, research-driven projects with real-world impact
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Opportunities for ongoing learning and career development
About CPI
Contract Professionals, Inc. (CPI), founded by an Air Force veteran, is an award-winning staffing firm connecting top talent with leading employers in defense, aerospace, and mobility industries.
NO SUBCONTRACT REQUIREMENT:
No third-party applicants will be considered. If you are a third party contracting company, please do not respond to this position.
Meet Your Recruiter
Joe Fisher
Technical Recruiter
I am a seasoned Technical Recruiter and retired U.S. Army Human Resources Specialist with two decades of experience building high-performing teams within government and defense; holding active Secret Clearance. Recognized for demonstrating a natural aptitude for directing the full recruiting cycle while providing the optimal candidate and stakeholder experience, as well as for building robust candidate pipelines and relationship networks to proactively meet hiring and staffing needs.
Currently, I am a Technical Recruiter with Contract Professionals Inc. I conduct full cycle recruiting, sourcing specialized engineering and IT positions for civilians and veterans, while piloting the successful placement of qualified candidates into approved government projects and programs. In addition, I liaise with senior leadership, business partners, and hiring teams to ensure the company’s recruitment support structure is driving the business forward with minimal expenditures.
Colleagues describe me as a loyal, progressive, driven, down-to-earth, strategic and innovative recruiting expert who can be relied on to offer superior human resources solutions for complex corporate challenges.